WatchGuard APT Blocker

The WatchGuard APT Blocker is a cutting-edge, subscription-based security service designed to enhance the protection of your WatchGuard security appliances. It goes beyond traditional signature-based antivirus solutions by offering a robust defense against advanced malware and zero-day attacks. With its innovative cloud-based sandbox technology, the APT Blocker ensures that your networks remain secure from the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats. Here’s a closer look at its unique features and benefits:

• Comprehensive File Analysis: WatchGuard APT Blocker analyzes a variety of file types, including Windows executable files, Microsoft Office documents, PDFs, and Android APK files. This extensive analysis helps identify potential threats that signature-based solutions might miss.
• Cloud-Based Sandbox Technology: Suspicious files are submitted to a next-generation cloud-based sandbox where they are run in a controlled environment. This allows for in-depth analysis of the files’ behaviors and characteristics, effectively detecting malware that could compromise your network.
• Advanced Evasive Behavior Detection: By utilizing sophisticated code emulation techniques, APT Blocker looks for multiple types of evasive behavior that may indicate the presence of malware. This proactive approach helps prevent advanced attacks before they can cause harm.
• Full System Emulation: The APT Blocker simulates the physical hardware of a system, including CPU and memory, providing the deepest possible visibility into malware behavior. This level of emulation not only helps identify threats more accurately but also makes it difficult for advanced malware to detect that it is being analyzed.
• Real-Time Threat Visibility: Integrated with WatchGuard Dimension, the APT Blocker provides real-time visibility into your network's security posture. Users can access easy-to-understand information about ongoing threats and their potential impact on the network, allowing for quicker response times.

Technical Details of the Product

• Subscription-Based Security Service
• Supported File Types: Windows executables, Microsoft Office files, PDF documents, Android APK files
• Cloud-Based Sandbox with Code Emulation
• Full System Emulation Technology
• Integration with WatchGuard Dimension for real-time threat visibility

How to Install

Installing the WatchGuard APT Blocker is a straightforward process:

1. Log in to your WatchGuard Firebox management console.
2. Navigate to the Subscriptions section.
3. Select APT Blocker from the list of available subscriptions.
4. Follow the prompts to complete the subscription purchase and activation.
5. Once activated, configure the APT Blocker settings as per your network requirements.
6. Monitor and manage your security settings through the WatchGuard Dimension interface for optimal performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the WatchGuard APT Blocker?
  The APT Blocker is a subscription-based service that enhances the security of WatchGuard appliances by detecting advanced malware and zero-day threats through cloud-based sandboxing technology.
• How does the APT Blocker work?
  It analyzes suspicious files in a secure cloud environment using code emulation and full system emulation techniques to determine their threat potential.
• What types of files does the APT Blocker analyze?
  The APT Blocker supports a wide range of file types, including Windows executables, Microsoft Office files, PDFs, and Android APK files.
• Do I need additional hardware to use the APT Blocker?
  No, the APT Blocker is designed to work with your existing WatchGuard security appliances without the need for additional hardware.
• How can I monitor threats detected by the APT Blocker?
  You can monitor threats in real time through the WatchGuard Dimension interface, which provides clear insights and details about potential threats impacting your network.