Cloud-Delivered Security Services vs. DNSSense

Palo Alto Networks Cloud-Delivered Security Services represent an all-encompassing, cloud-native security framework that protects modern networks by integrating best-in-class defenses across all users, devices, applications, and data, no matter their location. At the heart of these services is Precision AI™, which works inline analyzing real-time network traffic to detect and stop threats ranging from phishing and ransomware to advanced command-and-control attacks and zero-day vulnerabilities. The platform includes Advanced Threat Prevention, an industry-leading intrusion prevention system, alongside Advanced WildFire, the largest malware analysis engine capable of stopping even highly evasive malware on first encounter. Its Advanced URL Filtering technology proactively prevents phishing attacks, while Advanced DNS Security offers unparalleled threat coverage—over twice that of competitors—and actively defends against DNS hijacking attacks as they happen. Comprehensive IoT/OT Security implements a zero trust model to safeguard all connected devices within an organization’s infrastructure. NG-CASB provides visibility and governance for SaaS applications, ensuring organizations can control usage and data risks effectively. AI Access Security enables secure, compliant use of generative AI apps with fine-grained access controls and visibility across more than 600 applications. Leveraging the power of Palo Alto Networks’ Unit 42 Threat Research team and the collective intelligence from a vast global customer base, this cloud-delivered solution provides real-time, scalable protection that adapts to today’s rapidly evolving cyber threat landscape. It reduces the risk of “patient zero” infections by stopping threats 180 times faster than other platforms. The service is built to empower organizations to maintain robust security postures while supporting modern cloud and hybrid network environments with agility and precision.

DNSEye is a tool that identifies harmful network traffic and assesses whether this traffic can be mitigated by your existing security systems. Since DNS is integral to all protocols such as HTTP, HTTPS, and IoT, it provides comprehensive insights into your entire network, no matter the protocol in use. However, data loss prevention (DLP) solutions often fall short in recognizing data exfiltration attempts that utilize DNS tunneling techniques. To effectively address this issue, a thorough analysis of DNS logs is essential. Alarmingly, approximately 80% of domains associated with malware do not possess an IP address, which makes DNS logs the only avenue for identifying malware requests lacking an IP. The logs generated by DNS servers can be extensive and complex, making interpretation challenging. DNSEye simplifies this by enabling the collection, enhancement, and AI-driven classification of DNS logs. Its sophisticated integration with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems optimizes efficiency for Security Operations Center (SOC) teams by transmitting only the pertinent data they require. Furthermore, DNSEye is capable of aggregating logs from a wide range of DNS servers, encompassing various brands and models, without necessitating any modifications to your existing network infrastructure. This seamless integration enhances your overall network security posture while minimizing disruption.