What is the primary purpose of Umbrella’s Secure Web Gateway?

The primary purpose of Umbrella’s Secure Web Gateway (SWG) is to provide a comprehensive

security solution that logs and inspects web traffic. This allows for full visibility into the web activities

within an organization, enabling URL and application controls, and offering advanced threat

protection against malware. SWG acts as a checkpoint between users and the internet, filtering and

monitoring web traffic to ensure safe internet access while blocking potentially harmful content. It is

designed to enforce security policies, prevent data leakage, and protect against web-based threats by

inspecting URLs, detecting threats, and decrypting select encrypted traffic for inspection.

Reference:

•Cisco Umbrella’s explanation of Secure Web Gateway1.

•Blog post detailing the functionality and necessity of a Secure Web Gateway in a security stack2.

•Description of the Cisco Umbrella Secure Web Gateway’s full proxy capabilities3.

•Overview of Cisco Umbrella secure web gateway functionality4.

•Information on how Umbrella’s SWG logs and inspects web traffic5. =========================