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What is Sangfor Athena SWG?

Sangfor Athena SWG is an advanced secure web gateway solution designed to meet the security challenges posed by the rise of cloud applications, hybrid workplaces, and mobile device usage. It provides organizations with deep visibility into encrypted internet traffic, detecting proxy avoidance and unauthorized bypass attempts that compromise traditional security perimeters. The platform offers comprehensive capabilities including gateway and client SSL/TLS decryption, intelligent traffic management, and fine-grained application control to enforce corporate internet policies and improve bandwidth utilization. Athena SWG integrates tightly with Sangfor Athena EPP for enhanced proxy avoidance protection, leveraging continuous updates from dedicated security research teams to identify and block emerging evasion techniques. Its centralized, network-wide management console simplifies policy enforcement, bandwidth allocation, and traffic monitoring across multiple sites, supporting secure device onboarding and 3G link backup for reliable connectivity. Athena SWG’s AI-driven threat intelligence enhances web filtering, detecting known and unknown web threats to protect users without degrading performance. The solution is scalable to support thousands of concurrent users with various hardware models tailored to organizational needs. Detailed reporting and user behavior analytics empower IT administrators to balance security and productivity while ensuring regulatory compliance. Trusted by customers in industries including government, healthcare, and education, Athena SWG strengthens network security and optimizes internet access. It offers a future-proof, scalable approach to securing user internet access behavior in an evolving digital landscape.

What is Forcepoint Secure Web Gateway?

Proactively bolster your web security by integrating advanced, real-time threat defense mechanisms that feature thorough content inspection and in-line security scans to mitigate risks and protect against malware. Ensuring streamlined security for a global workforce is simplified through a centralized endpoint that includes Web Security, DLP, CASB, and NGFW, providing flexible connectivity and traffic redirection capabilities. You have the freedom to tailor your security solutions based on your unique requirements—whether they are deployed on-premises, in a hybrid setup, or entirely within the cloud—allowing for a gradual transition to cloud services at your own pace. By leveraging behavioral analytics and in-line features, you can safeguard your policies and data on a global scale. It's crucial to establish uniform policies combined with robust access controls for all locations, cloud applications, and users, regardless of their connection to the company's network. This all-encompassing strategy not only protects users from a range of malicious threats, including zero-day exploits, but also incorporates real-time threat intelligence and remote browser isolation to further bolster security measures. Additionally, thorough content inspection is conducted on both encrypted and unencrypted traffic to identify and defend against emerging threats throughout the complete kill chain, thereby strengthening your defenses against potential cyber threats. Ultimately, embracing such a multifaceted approach empowers organizations to stay ahead of evolving cyber risks while ensuring comprehensive protection for their digital landscape.

Media

Media

Integrations Supported

Active Directory
Adobe Acrobat
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Ericom Connect
Facebook
Forcepoint ONE
Gmail
Google Cloud Platform
LINE
Okta
Ping Identity
Seclore EDRM
Splunk Cloud Platform
VMware ESXi
WeChat
Workplace from Meta
X (Twitter)
YouTube

Integrations Supported

Active Directory
Adobe Acrobat
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Ericom Connect
Facebook
Forcepoint ONE
Gmail
Google Cloud Platform
LINE
Okta
Ping Identity
Seclore EDRM
Splunk Cloud Platform
VMware ESXi
WeChat
Workplace from Meta
X (Twitter)
YouTube

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/secure-web-gateway-swg

Company Facts

Organization Name

Forcepoint

Date Founded

1994

Company Location

United States

Company Website

www.forcepoint.com/product/secure-web-gateway

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