Implementing Palo Alto Networks Prisma Access

Deploy Prisma Access for mobile users, remote networks, and service connections harnessing advanced features Key Features Find out how to activate, deploy, and configure Prisma Access Configure mobile user and remote network security processing nodes Understand user identification and the Cloud Identity Engine Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book DescriptionUnderstand how Palo Alto Networks’ firewall as a service (FWaaS) platform Prisma Access offers secure access to internal and external resources to mobile users and branch offices. Written by Palo Alto Networks expert Tom Piens, a renowned mentor instrumental in fostering a dynamic learning environment within the Palo Alto Networks LIVE community, this guide is your roadmap to harnessing the full potential of this platform and its features. The first set of chapters will introduce you to the concept of cloud-delivered security and the key components of Prisma Access. As you progress, you’ll gain insights into how Prisma Access fits into the larger security landscape and its benefits for organizations seeking a secure and scalable solution for their remote networks and mobile workforce. From setting up secure connections and implementing advanced firewall policies to harnessing threat prevention capabilities and securing cloud applications and data, each chapter equips you with essential knowledge and practical skills. By the end of this book, you will be armed with the necessary guidance and insights to implement and manage a secure cloud network using Prisma Access successfully.What you will learn Configure and deploy the service infrastructure and understand its importance Investigate the use cases of secure web gateway and how to deploy them Gain an understanding of how BGP works inside and outside Prisma Access Design and implement data center connections via service connections Get to grips with BGP configuration, secure web gateway (explicit proxy), and APIs Explore multi tenancy and advanced configuration and how to monitor Prisma Access Leverage user identification and integration with Active Directory and AAD via the Cloud Identity Engine Who this book is for This book is for network engineers, security engineers, security administrators, security operations specialists, security analysts, and anyone looking to integrate Prisma Access into their security landscape. Whether you're a newcomer to the field or a seasoned expert, this guide offers valuable insights for implementing and managing a secure cloud network effectively. Basic knowledge of Palo Alto will be helpful, but it’s not a prerequisite.

Explore everything you need to know to set up secure remote access, harden your firewall deployment, and protect against phishing Key FeaturesLearn the ins and outs of log forwarding and troubleshooting issuesSet up GlobalProtect satellite connections, configure site-to-site VPNs, and troubleshoot LSVPN issuesGain an in-depth understanding of user credential detection to prevent data leaks Book Description This book builds on the content found in Mastering Palo Alto Networks, focusing on the different methods of establishing remote connectivity, automating log actions, and protecting against phishing attacks through user credential detection. Complete with step-by-step instructions, practical examples, and troubleshooting tips, you will gain a solid understanding of how to configure and deploy Palo Alto Networks remote access products. As you advance, you will learn how to design, deploy, and troubleshoot large-scale end-to-end user VPNs. Later, you will explore new features and discover how to incorporate them into your environment. By the end of this Palo Alto Networks book, you will have mastered the skills needed to design and configure SASE-compliant remote connectivity and prevent credential theft with credential detection. What you will learnUnderstand how log forwarding is configured on the firewallFocus on effectively enabling remote accessExplore alternative ways for connecting users and remote networksProtect against phishing with credential detectionUnderstand how to troubleshoot complex issues confidentlyStrengthen the security posture of your firewallsWho this book is for This book is for anyone who wants to learn more about remote access for users and remote locations by using GlobalProtect and Prisma access and by deploying Large Scale VPN. Basic knowledge of Palo Alto Networks, network protocols, and network design will be helpful, which is why reading Mastering Palo Alto Networks is recommended first to help you make the most of this book.

Set up next-generation firewalls from Palo Alto Networks and get to grips with configuring and troubleshooting using the PAN-OS platform Key FeaturesUnderstand how to optimally use PAN-OS featuresBuild firewall solutions to safeguard local, cloud, and mobile networksProtect your infrastructure and users by implementing robust threat prevention solutionsBook Description To safeguard against security threats, it is crucial to ensure that your organization is effectively secured across networks, mobile devices, and the cloud. Palo Alto Networks' integrated platform makes it easy to manage network and cloud security along with endpoint protection and a wide range of security services. With this book, you'll understand Palo Alto Networks and learn how to implement essential techniques, right from deploying firewalls through to advanced troubleshooting. The book starts by showing you how to set up and configure the Palo Alto Networks firewall, helping you to understand the technology and appreciate the simple, yet powerful, PAN-OS platform. Once you've explored the web interface and command-line structure, you'll be able to predict expected behavior and troubleshoot anomalies with confidence. You'll learn why and how to create strong security policies and discover how the firewall protects against encrypted threats. In addition to this, you'll get to grips with identifying users and controlling access to your network with user IDs and even prioritize traffic using quality of service (QoS). The book will show you how to enable special modes on the firewall for shared environments and extend security capabilities to smaller locations. By the end of this network security book, you'll be well-versed with advanced troubleshooting techniques and best practices recommended by an experienced security engineer and Palo Alto Networks expert. What you will learnPerform administrative tasks using the web interface and command-line interface (CLI)Explore the core technologies that will help you boost your network securityDiscover best practices and considerations for configuring security policiesRun and interpret troubleshooting and debugging commandsManage firewalls through Panorama to reduce administrative workloadsProtect your network from malicious traffic via threat preventionWho this book is for This book is for network engineers, network security analysts, and security professionals who want to understand and deploy Palo Alto Networks in their infrastructure. Anyone looking for in-depth knowledge of Palo Alto Network technologies, including those who currently use Palo Alto Network products, will find this book useful. Intermediate-level network administration knowledge is necessary to get started with this cybersecurity book.

Venture through the core of cyber warfare and unveil the anatomy of cyberattacks on critical infrastructure Key Features Gain an overview of the fundamental principles of cybersecurity in critical infrastructure Explore real-world case studies that provide a more exciting learning experience, increasing retention Bridge the knowledge gap associated with IT/OT convergence through practical examples Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book DescriptionDiscover the core of cybersecurity through gripping real-world accounts of the most common assaults on critical infrastructure – the body of vital systems, networks, and assets so essential that their continued operation is required to ensure the security of a nation, its economy, and the public’s health and safety – with this guide to understanding cybersecurity principles. From an introduction to critical infrastructure and cybersecurity concepts to the most common types of attacks, this book takes you through the life cycle of a vulnerability and how to assess and manage it. You’ll study real-world cybersecurity breaches, each incident providing insights into the principles and practical lessons for cyber defenders striving to prevent future breaches. From DDoS to APTs, the book examines how each threat activates, operates, and succeeds. Additionally, you’ll analyze the risks posed by computational paradigms, such as the advancement of AI and quantum computing, to legacy infrastructure. By the end of this book, you’ll be able to identify key cybersecurity principles that can help mitigate evolving attacks to critical infrastructure.What you will learn Understand critical infrastructure and its importance to a nation Analyze the vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure systems Acquire knowledge of the most common types of cyberattacks on critical infrastructure Implement techniques and strategies for protecting critical infrastructure from cyber threats Develop technical insights into significant cyber attacks from the past decade Discover emerging trends and technologies that could impact critical infrastructure security Explore expert predictions about cyber threats and how they may evolve in the coming years Who this book is for This book is for SOC analysts, security analysts, operational technology (OT) engineers, and operators seeking to improve the cybersecurity posture of their networks. Knowledge of IT and OT systems, along with basic networking and system administration skills, will significantly enhance comprehension. An awareness of current cybersecurity trends, emerging technologies, and the legal framework surrounding critical infrastructure is beneficial.

Deploy and manage industry-leading PAN-OS 10.x solutions to secure your users and infrastructure Key Features Understand how to optimally use PAN-OS features Build firewall solutions to safeguard local, cloud, and mobile networks Protect your infrastructure and users by implementing robust threat prevention solutions Book DescriptionPalo Alto Networks’ integrated platform makes it easy to manage network and cloud security along with endpoint protection and a wide range of security services. This book is an end-to-end guide to configure firewalls and deploy them in your network infrastructure. You will see how to quickly set up, configure and understand the technology, and troubleshoot any issues that may occur. This book will serve as your go-to reference for everything from setting up to troubleshooting complex issues. You will learn your way around the web interface and command-line structure, understand how the technology works so you can confidently predict the expected behavior, and successfully troubleshoot any anomalies you may encounter. Finally, you will see how to deploy firewalls in a cloud environment, and special or unique considerations when setting them to protect resources. By the end of this book, for your configuration setup you will instinctively know how to approach challenges, find the resources you need, and solve most issues efficiently.What you will learn Explore your way around the web interface and command line Discover the core technologies and see how to maximize your potential in your network Identify best practices and important considerations when configuring a security policy Connect to a freshly booted appliance or VM via a web interface or command-line interface Get your firewall up and running with a rudimentary but rigid configuration Gain insight into encrypted sessions by setting up SSL decryption Troubleshoot common issues, and deep-dive into flow analytics Configure the GlobalProtect VPN for remote workers as well as site-to-site VPN Who this book is for The book is for network and security professionals, and administrators who want to bring in the power of Palo Alto Networks and firewalls to secure their networks. Engineers should have a good grasp of networking and routing protocols, basic knowledge of stateful or next-generation firewalls is helpful but not required.

PCCET is a knowledge-based certification on the fundamentals of cybersecurity that will stand as the entry point in accessing the entire Palo Alto Networks credentialing portfolio. This certification will assess knowledge of firewalls, cloud, and automation functionalities of Strata, Prisma, and Cortex. The PCCET is replacing the former fundamental certification, the PCCSA. This new and upgraded certification now tests fundamental skills on all three technologies, making it the perfect certification for any industry newcomer looking to get into the field of cybersecurity. The PCCET is the first and only fundamental-level certification in the cybersecurity industry that tests knowledge of firewalls as well as cloud and automation. The inclusion of all three speedboats means certifying as a PCCET is the industry's best way to get ahead and amplify cybersecurity skills during job searches and career transitions. Exam Name: Cybersecurity Entry-level Technician Exam Number: PCCET Exam Price: $110 USD Duration: 90 minutes Number of Questions: 75 Passing Score: Variable (70-80 / 100 Approx.) Recommended Training: Introduction to Cybersecurity Fundamentals of Network Security Fundamentals of Cloud Security Fundamentals of SOC (Security Operations Center) The PCCET certification validates the knowledge required for entry-level network security positions, whose technical requirements change as quickly as the technology upon which it is based. PCCET-certified individuals have detailed knowledge about the latest trends in networksbased cyberattacks and about cutting-edge technologies available to prevent the cyberattacks.

Explore the depths of AWS security and learn how to design, implement, and maintain a secure cloud environment using state-of-the-art AWS technology Key Features Dive into AWS security concepts and technologies that can be applied for diverse use cases Design and deploy secure AWS environments based on modern architectural principles Elevate your AWS security expertise with advanced techniques for automation and continuous improvement Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book DescriptionIf you’re trying to navigate the complex world of AWS security and fortify your organizational cloud environment, then this book is for you. Written by an accomplished cybersecurity and AWS cloud consultant, Mastering AWS Security will help you understand and master the complexities of AWS security. This book offers an in-depth and practical exploration of AWS security concepts, features, and services, focusing on how they apply to modern cloud-based application environments. As you progress, you’ll gain a thorough introduction to the art of security automation and DevSecOps. You’ll learn how to automate security tasks, integrate security into your development process, and maintain a high level of security as your applications evolve and scale. Emphasizing continuous monitoring and improvement, this book will teach you how to set up monitoring systems, interpret security data, and make informed decisions to enhance your security over time. Through real-world case studies, you’ll learn how to tackle the challenges and find solutions for securing AWS environments. By the end of this book, you’ll confidently secure your AWS environments, and stay up to date with the latest security trends and updates in the AWS ecosystem.What you will learn Discover AWS IAM, access control models, and the principle of least privilege Get to grips with VPC network security strategies and tools to protect and isolate your critical assets Leverage and orchestrate AWS security services tailored to your environment Implement encryption and data protection best practices in key AWS services Explore best practices to secure microservices and serverless architectures on AWS Implement security strategies for multi-tenant architectures Master the art of security automation and DevSecOps tooling Who this book is for This comprehensive guide is for cloud architects, engineers, DevOps professionals, and AWS enthusiasts. Cybersecurity professionals who want to learn AWS security to protect their applications, data, and infrastructure from threats, ensure compliance with regulations, and build trust with customers, will also find this book useful.

Simulate real-world attacks using tactics, techniques, and procedures that adversaries use during cloud breaches Key FeaturesUnderstand the different Azure attack techniques and methodologies used by hackersFind out how you can ensure end-to-end cybersecurity in the Azure ecosystemDiscover various tools and techniques to perform successful penetration tests on your Azure infrastructureBook Description “If you're looking for this book, you need it.” — 5* Amazon Review Curious about how safe Azure really is? Put your knowledge to work with this practical guide to penetration testing. This book offers a no-faff, hands-on approach to exploring Azure penetration testing methodologies, which will get up and running in no time with the help of real-world examples, scripts, and ready-to-use source code. As you learn about the Microsoft Azure platform and understand how hackers can attack resources hosted in the Azure cloud, you'll find out how to protect your environment by identifying vulnerabilities, along with extending your pentesting tools and capabilities. First, you'll be taken through the prerequisites for pentesting Azure and shown how to set up a pentesting lab. You'll then simulate attacks on Azure assets such as web applications and virtual machines from anonymous and authenticated perspectives. In the later chapters, you'll learn about the opportunities for privilege escalation in Azure tenants and ways in which an attacker can create persistent access to an environment. By the end of this book, you'll be able to leverage your ethical hacking skills to identify and implement different tools and techniques to perform successful penetration tests on your own Azure infrastructure. What you will learnIdentify how administrators misconfigure Azure services, leaving them open to exploitationUnderstand how to detect cloud infrastructure, service, and application misconfigurationsExplore processes and techniques for exploiting common Azure security issuesUse on-premises networks to pivot and escalate access within AzureDiagnose gaps and weaknesses in Azure security implementationsUnderstand how attackers can escalate privileges in Azure ADWho this book is for This book is for new and experienced infosec enthusiasts who want to learn how to simulate real-world Azure attacks using tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) that adversaries use in cloud breaches. Any technology professional working with the Azure platform (including Azure administrators, developers, and DevOps engineers) interested in learning how attackers exploit vulnerabilities in Azure hosted infrastructure, applications, and services will find this book useful.