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What is Sangfor Athena NGFW?

Sangfor Athena NGFW is a powerful next-generation firewall solution that combines AI-driven malware inspection, real-time threat intelligence, and integrated network and web application security to protect enterprise network perimeters comprehensively. Leveraging Sangfor’s Engine Zero AI engine and cloud-delivered intelligence, the firewall blocks over 99% of both known and unknown malware threats instantly. Athena NGFW is the world’s first firewall to integrate NGFW and NGWAF capabilities in a single appliance, along with a built-in SOC Lite module for efficient threat assessment and incident response. It forms a core part of a holistic security ecosystem, seamlessly connecting with endpoint protection, secure web gateways, network detection and response, and secure access service edge (SASE) solutions. Recognized by leading cybersecurity authorities, Athena NGFW has earned AAA ratings in independent tests and was named a "Visionary" in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant for Network Firewalls. Its advanced threat intelligence is powered by Sangfor Neural-X, which collaborates with platforms like CVE, VirusTotal, and CNVD to stay ahead of emerging vulnerabilities. The firewall supports high throughput and scalable deployment models to fit enterprise requirements. Organizations across sectors including healthcare, government, banking, and manufacturing rely on Athena NGFW for superior network protection and operational stability. Sangfor combines robust security technology with cost efficiency, ensuring organizations get maximum value without compromising performance. Extensive customer support and training further enhance adoption and success of the security infrastructure.

What is Check Point IPS?

Intrusion Prevention Systems are essential for detecting and preventing attempts to exploit system or application vulnerabilities, thereby helping to protect your organization from new and evolving threats. The integration of Check Point's IPS within our Next Generation Firewall allows for automatic updates, which secures both established and newly identified vulnerabilities. This advanced technology boasts a wide range of both signature-based and behavioral defenses that proactively enhance your security framework. With our sophisticated acceleration technologies, you can safely enable IPS, and a low false positive rate ensures that your team can concentrate on important tasks without needless distractions. Activating IPS on any Check Point security gateway can significantly reduce your total ownership costs. Moreover, our scalable threat prevention features allow enterprises to grow and maintain robust defenses on-site. We also guarantee that users can connect to corporate networks and resources securely and effortlessly, whether they are on the move or working remotely. This all-encompassing strategy not only strengthens your security measures but also improves overall productivity and operational effectiveness, creating a more resilient organizational environment. By fostering a secure yet flexible operational framework, businesses can better adapt to the modern demands of cybersecurity.

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Integrations Supported

Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud
AWLview WMS
Accellion
Armis Centrix
AudioCodes Software-Defined Voice Network
Check Point CloudGuard
Cisco Cloudlock
ExtremeCloud IQ
Fujitsu Biometrics-as-a-Service
HPE Pointnext
L7 Defense
ManagedMethods
Microsoft Azure
Netformx DesignXpert
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
SAP Cloud Platform
SolarWinds Access Rights Manager
Swimlane
Unity Boost

Integrations Supported

Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud
AWLview WMS
Accellion
Armis Centrix
AudioCodes Software-Defined Voice Network
Check Point CloudGuard
Cisco Cloudlock
ExtremeCloud IQ
Fujitsu Biometrics-as-a-Service
HPE Pointnext
L7 Defense
ManagedMethods
Microsoft Azure
Netformx DesignXpert
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
SAP Cloud Platform
SolarWinds Access Rights Manager
Swimlane
Unity Boost

API Availability

Has API

API Availability

Has API

Pricing Information

Pricing not provided.
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Pricing Information

Pricing not provided.
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Company Facts

Organization Name

Sangfor Technologies

Date Founded

2000

Company Location

China

Company Website

www.sangfor.com/cybersecurity/sangfor-athena-foundation/next-generation-firewall-ngfw

Company Facts

Organization Name

Check Point Software

Date Founded

1993

Company Location

United States

Company Website

www.checkpoint.com/quantum/intrusion-prevention-system-ips/

Categories and Features

Firewall

Alerts / Notifications
Application Visibility / Control
Automated Testing
Intrusion Prevention
LDAP Integration
Physical / Virtual Environment
Sandbox / Threat Simulation
Threat Identification

Web Application Firewalls (WAF)

Access Control / Permissions
Alerts / Notifications
Automate and Orchestrate Security
Automated Attack Detection
DDoS Protection
Dashboard
IP Reputation Checking
Managed Rules
OWASP Protection
Reporting / Analytics
Secure App Delivery
Server Cloaking
Virtual Patching
Zero-Day Attack Prevention

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