Firewall pfSense
Comprehensive Security Solution for Businesses
pfSense
Comprehensive Security Solution for Businesses
pfSense is one of the most comprehensive and advanced open-source tools for network management and security. Its main goal is to provide powerful firewall and router functions, with additional security options that can compete with commercial solutions.
pfSense is an ideal choice for companies that need reliable protection for their IT infrastructure, while wanting to avoid the costs associated with commercial product licenses. It is open-source software, which means it can be customized to fit an organization's unique needs.
Key features and applications of pfSense:
Firewall and Routing
pfSense provides advanced firewall rule management to precisely control the flow of network traffic. You can define detailed rules based on IP addresses, protocols, ports and other criteria.
Traffic Management Based on IP Addresses
One of the unique features offered by pfSense is the ability to block traffic from specific countries or regions based on IP addresses. Users can configure security policies based on geographic location to effectively exclude threats from selected regions.
VPN (Virtual Private Network)
pfSense supports a variety of VPN protocols, such as OpenVPN, IPsec and PPTP, which enables secure remote connections. This allows companies to provide their employees with access to network resources from anywhere, while maintaining full data confidentiality.
IPS/IDS - Intrusion Detection and Prevention System (Snort).
pfSense can be integrated with Snort, a tool that allows detection and prevention of network attacks. Snort analyzes network traffic in real time, detecting suspicious activity and blocking potential threats before they can do damage.
Protection from DDoS Attacks:
pfSense offers advanced protection mechanisms against Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks that can overload a network and cripple its operations. The system is able to filter traffic in real time to prevent such attacks.
Enhanced Monitoring and Reporting
pfSense provides tools for monitoring and analyzing network traffic, making it easier for administrators to detect anomalies and respond to threats. It is possible to generate detailed reports on network traffic, firewall activity, as well as IPS/IDS-related alerts.
VLAN support
pfSense supports virtual local area networks (VLANs), which allows network traffic to be segregated into different segments, improving security and manageability.
Key pfSense values :
Security management based on IP addresses
Ability to block selected countries.
Advanced VPN features
Secure remote access to the corporate network.
Integration with IPS/IDS (Snort).
Effective detection and prevention of attacks.
Protection against DDoS
Real-time network traffic filtering.
Enhanced monitoring tools
Network traffic analysis and reporting capabilities.
VLAN support
Motion isolation for greater safety.
UTM - Computer network security
UTM - Computer network security
OPEN NETGATE is a service offered by OpenIT to implement security at the interface between the local network and the Internet installed on a device in the customer's infrastructure or on an additional dedicated device.
Integrated Security:
Enhanced firewall with geolocation - limit attempts to connect to the network based on based on the country of origin of the source
IPS/IDS - a system for detecting and preventing threats from the network
Daily updates to security rules
VPN - virtual private networks
Monitoring network traffic
UTM deployment
starting at PLN 1,990 net
Price of the device (optional)
PLN 1,500 net
Ongoing service* (optional)
149 PLN net/month
Summary
pfSense is a powerful tool that allows companies to have full control over the security of their network, while offering flexibility that is rarely found in commercial solutions.
With an open architecture and broad community support, pfSense is constantly evolving to offer the latest security technologies.
Why choose OpenIT?
Cost reduction
- No need to hire and train your own IT staff
- Reduce costs associated with maintaining IT infrastructure (hardware, software, licenses)
Focus on business
- Handing over IT management to an external company allows you to focus on key areas of your business
- Increase operational efficiency by offloading internal resources
Access to experts
- We have a team of experienced specialists in various fields
- Ability to benefit from the knowledge and skills of experts without having to hire them on a permanent basis
Technology update
- Constant access to the latest technology and IT tools
- Regular updates and upgrades at no additional cost
Scalability of services
- Flexible adaptation of the scope of services to the current needs of the company
- Quick response to changes in the company's structure and requirements