WatchGuard APT Blocker

The WatchGuard APT Blocker is an advanced, subscription-based security service designed specifically for WatchGuard security appliances. It goes beyond traditional signature-based antivirus solutions by adding an essential layer of protection against sophisticated malware threats and zero-day attacks. This innovative service leverages a cloud-based sandbox environment to analyze and evaluate various file types, ensuring your network remains secure from potential threats.

• Advanced Threat Detection: The APT Blocker identifies and blocks advanced malware by sending executable files and other common formats to a cloud-based sandbox for thorough analysis.
• Comprehensive File Analysis: It supports a wide range of file types, including Windows executable files, Microsoft Office documents, Adobe PDFs, and Android APK files, ensuring that your network is protected from various potential threats.
• Real-Time Visibility: Coupled with WatchGuard Dimension, users can access real-time visibility into threats, providing easy-to-understand insights into potential vulnerabilities affecting their networks.
• Full System Emulation: Utilizing full system emulation, the APT Blocker simulates physical hardware such as CPU and memory, enabling in-depth visibility into malware behavior while making it challenging for advanced malware to evade detection.
• Next-Generation Sandbox: Suspicious files are automatically submitted to a cloud-based next-generation sandbox where they are scrutinized in a virtual environment, allowing for effective evaluation and risk assessment.

Technical Details of Product

• Product Type: Subscription-based security service
• Compatible With: WatchGuard security appliances
• Supported File Types: Windows executable files, Microsoft Office files, Adobe PDFs, Android APK files
• Analysis Method: Cloud-based sandboxing with full system emulation
• Visibility Tool: WatchGuard Dimension for real-time threat insights

How to Install

1. Purchase the APT Blocker subscription through the WatchGuard online store or an authorized reseller.
2. Access your WatchGuard security appliance management interface.
3. Navigating to the Subscription Services section, locate the option for APT Blocker.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to activate the subscription and configure settings as desired.
5. Ensure that you have integrated WatchGuard Dimension to monitor real-time threats effectively.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the primary function of WatchGuard APT Blocker?
  The APT Blocker provides an additional layer of security by detecting and blocking advanced malware and zero-day attacks through comprehensive file analysis in a cloud-based sandbox.
• Can APT Blocker analyze all file types?
  While it supports a wide array of file types, it primarily focuses on Windows executable files, Microsoft Office documents, Adobe PDFs, and Android APK files.
• Is the APT Blocker effective against all types of malware?
  Yes, the APT Blocker is designed to detect various forms of malware, including advanced persistent threats that traditional antivirus solutions might miss.
• How does full system emulation enhance security?
  Full system emulation simulates the hardware environment, allowing for deeper visibility into malware behavior, making it more challenging for threats to go undetected.
• Do I need WatchGuard Dimension for APT Blocker to work?
  While APT Blocker can function independently, integrating with WatchGuard Dimension enhances your ability to monitor and visualize real-time threats impacting your network.