WatchGuard APT Blocker

The WatchGuard APT Blocker is your ultimate defense against advanced malware and zero-day attacks. This subscription-based security service is designed for WatchGuard security appliances and takes your cybersecurity to the next level. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, the APT Blocker goes beyond traditional signature-based antivirus solutions, offering real-time protection and proactive threat detection.

• Advanced Malware Detection: The APT Blocker utilizes a cloud-based sandbox environment to analyze a variety of file types, including Windows executable files, Microsoft Office documents, PDF files, and Android APK files, ensuring comprehensive security coverage.
• Cloud-Based Sandbox Technology: By employing a next-generation sandbox, the APT Blocker can identify and evaluate suspicious files in a controlled virtual environment. This process includes running files with code emulation to detect malware characteristics and evasive behaviors.
• Comprehensive File Analysis: WatchGuard APT Blocker analyzes numerous file types, enabling it to examine all Windows executable files, Adobe PDFs, Microsoft Office files, and Android Application Installers (.apk) to safeguard your networks from diverse threats.
• Real-Time Threat Visibility: Integrating with WatchGuard Dimension, the APT Blocker provides users with real-time visibility into ongoing threats affecting their networks. It offers clear and concise information that helps organizations make informed security decisions.
• Full System Emulation: The APT Blocker simulates the physical hardware, including CPU and memory, to provide a deeper level of visibility into malware behavior. This high level of emulation makes it challenging for sophisticated malware to evade detection.

Technical Details of Product

• Product Type: Subscription-based security service
• Compatibility: Works with WatchGuard security appliances
• File Types Analyzed: Windows executables, Microsoft Office documents, PDFs, Android APKs
• Detection Method: Cloud-based sandboxing, code emulation, and full system emulation
• Reporting: Integrates with WatchGuard Dimension for real-time threat visibility

How to Install

Installing the WatchGuard APT Blocker is a straightforward process:

1. Ensure that your WatchGuard security appliance is updated to the latest firmware.
2. Log in to your WatchGuard management console.
3. Navigate to the subscription services section and select the APT Blocker option.
4. Follow the on-screen prompts to activate your subscription and configure the service settings.
5. Once configured, the APT Blocker will start monitoring and analyzing files to detect potential threats.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of files does the WatchGuard APT Blocker analyze?

The APT Blocker analyzes Windows executable files, Microsoft Office files, Adobe PDFs, and Android application installers (.apk).

How does the cloud-based sandbox work?

The cloud-based sandbox runs suspicious files in a virtual environment, allowing it to emulate the execution of the files to detect malware characteristics and evasive behavior.

Can I use APT Blocker with any WatchGuard appliance?

Yes, the APT Blocker is compatible with all WatchGuard security appliances that support the subscription service.

Will the APT Blocker impact system performance?

The APT Blocker is designed to operate efficiently without degrading system performance, ensuring that your security is robust without compromising overall network speed.

Is real-time visibility provided by the APT Blocker?

Yes, when integrated with WatchGuard Dimension, you receive real-time visibility into threats and vulnerabilities impacting your network, allowing for timely responses to security incidents.