Cons of an Ill-configured Firewall
Unattended Loopholes
Loopholes that let suspicious entrants penetrate your firewall
Unprotected Networks
Your network is exposed to vulnerabilities
Cyber Security Threats
You will constantly fall prey to ever-increasing cyber threats
Loss of Data
Risk of losing Valuable Data and Information
Who Are We
Why Should You Opt for a Firewall Audit?
A firewall audit ensures the effectiveness of the firewall in protecting the network from cyber threats and identifies vulnerabilities that need to be addressed to improve security. By identifying and addressing vulnerabilities, Infrassist can help protect against cyber attacks and provide peace of mind that sensitive data is secure. A firewall audit from Infrassist can help organizations improve their network security and ensure that their firewall is working effectively.
- Comprehensive risk assessment to determine security risks, incorrect configurations, risky rules, etc.
- An ever-changing threat landscape– Comprehensive 360° audit at regular intervals helps keep the firewall hardened
- Audits ensure there are no misconfigurations – keeping customers safe
Firewall Audit and Remediation to Build Strong Defense for Your Clients' Network Infrastructure
Define Objectives
The first step is to define the objectives of the firewall audit, including the scope of the audit, the specific goals of the audit, and the methodology that will be used.
Gather Information
The auditor will gather information about the firewall being audited, including its configuration, policies, and rules. This may involve reviewing documentation, interviewing IT staff, and analyzing network traffic.
Analyze Firewall Configuration
The auditor will analyze the firewall configuration to ensure that it is set up correctly, including checking that the firewall is up to date and that there are no unnecessary or unused rules.
Analyze Firewall Policies
The auditor will analyze the firewall policies to ensure that they are effective and in compliance with any applicable regulations or standards. This may involve reviewing logs to see if any unauthorized access attempts were made.
Analyze Firewall Rules
The auditor will analyze the firewall rules to ensure that they are properly configured and provide adequate protection for the network. This may involve identifying any rules that are redundant or ineffective.
Conduct Vulnerability Assessment
The auditor will perform a vulnerability assessment to identify any weaknesses in the firewall, including any vulnerabilities that could be exploited by an attacker.
Report Findings
The auditor will compile a report of their findings, including any issues that were identified during the audit and recommendations for addressing those issues.
Provide Recommendations
The auditor will provide recommendations for addressing any issues that were identified during the audit, including any necessary changes to the firewall configuration or policies.
Platforms
Why Go for a Firewall Audit?
Infrassist FWaaS offering is a comprehensive review of a customer’s firewall and layer 3 device configuration utilization and offline backup or read-only access, which provides the following benefits:
Customer satisfaction
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Customers worldwide
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AUDIT CHECKLIST
Firewall Audit Comprises:
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Current Configurations and Policies Reviewed
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Risk-analysis
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Categorizing Firewall Risks into High, Medium or Low
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Manually Hndcrafted Rules and Policies as Per the Industry Best Practices
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Meet Regulatory Compliances
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Hardened Security
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Firewall is Checked Against 100+ Checkpoints
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Use of Automated tools
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Manual Checks
Misconfigured Rules
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Outdated Firmware
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Weak Passwords
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Denial of Service (DoS) Vulnerabilities
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Vulnerability Assessment
Vulnerability assessment is an essential process for identifying and analyzing potential security weaknesses in a system, network, or application. It helps organizations to proactively identify vulnerabilities and prioritize their mitigation efforts to reduce the risk of a cyber attack. When it comes to firewall security, a vulnerability assessment can help to identify potential weaknesses that may allow an attacker to bypass or exploit the firewall. A vulnerability assessment can be performed on a firewall by scanning it with various tools that test for known vulnerabilities or by conducting penetration testing to simulate real-world attack scenarios.
Platforms
Our Experience Across Multiple RMM Platforms
Josh Paul
Tecnic Group- Australia
Great Communication and Perfection in Work
Tecnic Group has been working with Infrassist for over 12 months now. We have completed some major projects and tasks together, to me it was about communication and getting the work done correctly and efficiently, something they done so very well. We look forward to working together with Infrassist into the future.
Bren Sambunathan
Virtace Inc. - Canada
They help me stay on the right track
I rely on them profoundly as they keep me up to date and to make sure that I stay on the right track and ahead of the curve.
Frequently Asked Questions
Security keyword hardening requirements refer to the process of implementing strict security measures to strengthen the overall security of an IT system. These measures include implementing strong passwords, enabling firewalls, encrypting data, and updating software regularly. The purpose of security keyword hardening is to reduce the potential risks of cyber-attacks, such as data breaches and malware infections. It is important to regularly assess and update security keyword hardening requirements to ensure that the system is always up to date with the latest security threats and vulnerabilities.
Risk assessment on firewall rules is the process of evaluating the potential security risks associated with allowing or denying specific traffic through a firewall. It involves analyzing the potential impact of various threats and vulnerabilities, and determining the likelihood of those risks materializing. This analysis helps organizations identify potential security gaps and take steps to reduce their exposure to cyber threats. By assessing firewall rules, security professionals can ensure that the organization's network is adequately protected against external and internal threats. It is an essential step in designing and implementing a robust and effective firewall security strategy.
A firewall security audit is a process of evaluating and assessing the effectiveness of a firewall system in protecting an organization's network infrastructure from potential security threats. It involves a thorough examination of firewall rules, policies, configurations, and procedures to ensure that they are aligned with the organization's security objectives, regulatory compliance requirements, and best practices. The audit may include vulnerability scans, penetration testing, and analysis of network traffic to identify potential vulnerabilities and risks. The results of the audit provide recommendations for improving the firewall's security posture and reducing the risk of cyber-attacks.
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