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    RSVP now to secure your spot and stay ahead in Prisma SD-WAN management!       Join us for an exclusive, hands-on workshop workshop on Prisma SD-WAN Branch Site Operations and Troubleshooting designed for Palo Alto Networks practitioners to enhance their Prisma SD-WAN knowledge. Hosted by Faisal Mohammed, this session will focus on branch site operations, troubleshooting, and best practices for maintaining an optimal network.     Event Details: Date: February 4th and 5th at 9:00 AM Singapore (GMT+8) time Location: Virtual Event     Agenda Highlights: Day 1 (Overview & Setup) Prisma SD-WAN Overview Branch Components: SCM Portal, Devices, VPN, Routing, Policies Day 2 (Troubleshooting Tools) Device Toolkit, Dashboard, Activity Monitor Incident Alerts, Flow Browser, RMA   Who Should Attend? Network practitioners and administrators managing Prisma SD-WAN environments.     About the Guest Speaker: Faisal Mohammed is a Staff Technical Support Engineer with Palo Alto Networks and has been working with them for 4 years now. Faisal is based out of Singapore with product specializations in Prisma SD-WAN and Prisma SASE.     Don’t Miss Out! Register now to secure your spot! If you can't attend, this event will be recorded and posted on LIVEcommunity's YouTube channel after the event is completed.   This event's page will have videos of the different topics embedded right here and a link to any presentations from the event for you to download. Be sure to also visit the Fuel Workshop Past Events page to catch up on any other missed Workshops!     RSVP now! ... View more

  Palo Alto Networks Achieves FedRAMP's Highest Authorization Across All Three Industry-Leading Cybersecurity Platforms     The comprehensive platform approach receives unrivaled government validation through authorization of 20+ solutions across network, cloud and security operations   SANTA CLARA, Calif., Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Palo Alto Networks ®  (NASDAQ: PANW), the global cybersecurity leader, today announced it has received Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) High Authorization across its industry-leading network, cloud and security operations (SOC) platforms. Palo Alto Networks now has the most comprehensive suite of AI-powered cybersecurity solutions authorized for use in federal networks at the High impact level.   Palo Alto Networks platformization approach empowers organizations by seamlessly integrating diverse security solutions into unified platforms across network, cloud and security operations. By harnessing the power of automation and AI, this holistic approach offers customers both operational efficiencies and protection against cyberthreats. Leveraging advanced technologies to more impactfully analyze vast amounts of data, the platform solutions generate actionable insights for proactive threat detection and mitigation, leading to enhanced security outcomes.   "Today's disconnected infrastructure makes security complex and difficult to manage. This authorization is validation of Palo Alto Networks platform approach and the ability to ingest and correlate data from an integrated approach and provide comprehensive security across platforms of products," said Eric Trexler, senior vice president, US Public Sector, Palo Alto Networks. "We have long championed the efforts of FedRAMP to ensure products are tested and vetted to meet the highest of standards in protecting our government. We will continue to work with FedRAMP to further expand on the products and features offered in the HIGH authorization."   Taking into account the government's most sensitive, unclassified data in cloud computing environments, FedRAMP High Authorization enables federal agencies to deploy the following Palo Alto Networks solutions and platforms with confidence:   Network Security Platform: The following network security platform solutions are now authorized: Prisma® Access (SSE), Prisma SASE, MSP for Prisma SASE, Prisma SD-WAN, Strata Cloud Manager, SaaS Security (CASB), Inline DLP, WildFire, among others. Agencies can now protect their networks, no matter where their users and applications are located, all within a single, natively integrated best-of-breed network security platform. With the benefits of Palo Alto Networks consistent network security architecture, government agencies are able to streamline operations across the network and drive lower costs. Code to Cloud™ Platform: Prisma Cloud is the only FedRAMP High authorized cloud-native application protection platform (CNAPP) that secures applications throughout their entire lifecycle — from code to cloud regardless of which cloud environment they run in. Prisma Cloud, powered by Precision AI™, helps prevent cloud-first attacks and rapidly prioritizes and remediates risks to keep cloud security teams and developers ahead of attacks faster, at a much lower cost. Palo Alto Networks continues to support on-prem run-time environments. AI-Driven SOC Platform: Agencies can now adopt best-of-breed SecOps capabilities across newly authorized Cortex ®  solutions: Cortex XDR ® , Cortex Xpanse ® , Cortex XSOAR ®  and Cortex XSIAM ® .  XSIAM natively integrates these capabilities into the industry's only FedRAMP authorized AI-driven SOC platform to transform security operations and deliver significantly better, faster and more efficient outcomes.   As the demand for cloud computing accelerates, the cyberthreat landscape becomes increasingly complex. Powered by Palo Alto Networks Precision AI, the newly authorized platform solutions help ensure federal agencies are equipped to meet rigorous security standards, modernizing the government's approach to protecting critical missions. To learn more about each of Palo Alto Networks cybersecurity solutions now authorized at Government Cloud Security (GCS) High, visit the FedRAMP Marketplace.   Follow Palo Alto Networks on X, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.   About Palo Alto Networks Palo Alto Networks is the global cybersecurity leader, committed to making each day safer than the one before with industry-leading, AI-powered solutions in network security, cloud security and security operations. Powered by Precision AI, our technologies deliver precise threat detection and swift response, minimizing false positives and enhancing security effectiveness. Our platformization approach integrates diverse security solutions into a unified, scalable platform, streamlining management and providing operational efficiencies with comprehensive protection. From defending network perimeters to safeguarding cloud environments and ensuring rapid incident response, Palo Alto Networks empowers businesses to achieve Zero Trust security and confidently embrace digital transformation in an ever-evolving threat landscape. This unwavering commitment to security and innovation makes us the cybersecurity partner of choice.   At Palo Alto Networks, we're committed to bringing together the very best people in service of our mission, so we're also proud to be the cybersecurity workplace of choice, recognized among Newsweek's Most Loved Workplaces (2021–2024), with a score of 100 on the Disability Equality Index (2024, 2023, 2022), and HRC Best Places for LGBTQ+ Equality (2022). For more information, visit www.paloaltonetworks.com.   Palo Alto Networks, Prisma, Cortex, Cortex XSIAM, Cortex XDR, Cortex Xpanse, Cortex XSOAR, Precision AI and the Palo Alto Networks logo are trademarks of Palo Alto Networks, Inc. in the United States and in jurisdictions throughout the world. All other trademarks, trade names, or service marks used or mentioned herein belong to their respective owners.         ... View more

November 2024 Rewind: LIVEcommunity Highlights     Welcome to our November 2024 Rewind, where we review some of LIVEcommunity’s biggest headlines from the past month!   In November, we featured a ton of articles and blogs on: our recent page launches, a recap of the Bay Area Ignite event, the release of new PANCastTM and Threat Vector podcast episodes, how to watch the November Fuel Spark Event, the latest Product-centric blogs and a lot more! Read on to see the community's November 2024 highlights.     Other Interesting Highlights   Introducing Web Proxy: Now Live on LIVEcommunity! In today’s digital landscape, businesses face an ever-evolving array of cyber threats. To combat these challenges, organizations are increasingly turning to integrated security solutions. One standout feature is the Web Proxy functionality in PAN-OS, which merges firewall and proxy capabilities into a single, powerful platform. We’re excited to announce the launch of our new Web Proxy page on LIVEcommunity!   Introducing Strata Copilot: Now Live on LIVEcommunity! We’re excited to announce the launch of the Strata Copilot page on LIVEcommunity, powered by Precision AI—a cutting-edge AI Assistant designed to help security teams quickly identify, understand, and address potential threats before they escalate. By leveraging the power of natural language processing, Strata Copilot simplifies the way you interact with your security data, making threat management faster and more intuitive.   How AI is Transforming Cybersecurity: Highlights from Bay Area Ignite On November 14, 2024, Palo Alto Network hosted an exciting and insightful Ignite on Tour event at our headquarters in the Bay Area, where we explored the transformative role of AI in cybersecurity. With nearly 400 Customers, Partners, and sponsors in attendance, the event highlighted how AI is reshaping the landscape of cyberthreats and revolutionizing the way we protect our digital ecosystems.     Product Insights   New Advanced URL Filtering category: Remote-Access You may need to take action. Right now, the Remote-Access category is set to "ALERT only" in the default profile. If you're using multiple URL Filtering Security profiles, you'll need to update the default action to "ALERT" for each of them. Want to know how to do this? Read more to find out!   IoT/OT Security Device Attribute Polling FAQ Identifying risks and vulnerabilities, and defining and deploying the appropriate security policies requires organizations to have an understanding of what assets are deployed in their environments. Find out more in our blog…   Advanced Threat Prevention Achieves 2024 IRAP Cloud Security Assessment Compliance We are excited to announce that Advanced Threat Prevention (ATP) has successfully completed the 2024 IRAP (Information Security Registered Assessors Program) Cloud Security Assessment. This marks a significant milestone for our team and reinforces our commitment to delivering the best security solutions to our customers. Read more in our blog…      New PANCast Episodes Available!   PANCast™ is a Palo Alto Networks podcast that provides actionable insights from cybersecurity experts to customers, helping them ensure each day is more secure than the one before it. Visit our PANCast™ homepage to learn more and watch our previous podcasts in this series.   PANCast™ Episode: LIVEcommunity Support Resources PANCast™ Episode 48: Prisma SD-WAN Branch Gateway Catch Up on the Threat Vector Podcast Now! Threat Vector is your compass in the world of cyberthreats. We unravel cyber threat intelligence secrets through engaging discussions, expert interviews, and insightful analysis. Hear our unique threat intelligence, cutting-edge techniques, and real-world case studies. We'll equip you with the knowledge and insight to proactively prepare and stay ahead in the ever-evolving threat landscape.   Threat Vector | War Room Best Practices Threat Vector | Cyber Espionage and Financial Crime: North Korea’s Double Threat Threat Vector | Bridging AI and Cybersecurity Gaps with Mileva Security Labs’ Harriet Farlow Threat Vector | Encore Episode Insights on Protecting OT from Growing Cyber Threats     Discover Valuable Insights on LIVEcommunity’s YouTube Channel   Check out the latest videos on LIVEcommunity's YouTube channel to stay updated on our latest insights and tips. Don’t miss out— watch our expert content to enhance your knowledge and engagement!   Deploying VM-series firewalls using solution templates and simplified onboarding Fuel Workshop - Watch Now: Managing Your Palo Alto Networks Assets and User Accounts Watch Now: November 2024 Fuel Spark Event on Ruggedized NGFWs and Unit 42     Stay in the Loop   Be sure to subscribe to our Community Updates to stay up-to-date on LIVEcommunity news, updates, and more!   ... View more

    We are excited to announce the launch of Advanced SD-WAN for NGFW, a page dedicated to the advanced capabilities of PAN-OS and its integrated SD-WAN solution. PAN-OS now includes a natively integrated Advanced SD-WAN subscription that enhances intelligent and dynamic path selection while maintaining the industry-leading security already built into the PAN-OS software.   Key features include centralized configuration management, automatic VPN topology creation, and routing automation. Application-based traffic steering ensures optimal performance. Additionally, ADEM support for SD-WAN offers monitoring, advanced application performance visibility, and real-time per-hop troubleshooting.   This SD-WAN solution supports various topologies, including Hub & Spoke, Full Mesh, Branch Lite with Prisma Access, SASE, and Hybrid SASE designs. Join us on this page to explore more about how PAN-OS is revolutionizing SD-WAN with seamless security and performance.   Visit the Advanced SD-WAN for NGFW today to discover more!   Where Can You Find the Advanced SD-WAN for NGFW Page? You can find the Strata Copilot page under Products > Network Security > Advanced SD-WAN for NGFW   . ... View more

Zero Touch Provisioning: Simplify Branch Onboarding Implement Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP) on Palo Alto Networks appliances --PA-220 and PA-220R PA-440, PA-450, and PA-460 PA-820 and PA-850 PA-3220, PA-3250, and PA-3260 PA-5450 Series -- and simplify branch onboarding. ZTP streamlines initial deployment processes by allowing network administrators to ship devices directly to their branches without the need for specialized IT staff to provision the device. This allows businesses to save on time and resources.   Click here to watch our short video. ... View more

Welcome to the Advanced SD-WAN for NGFW discussion area! Here, you can engage in conversations about Advanced SD-WAN for NGFW, explore new insights, and stay updated on ongoing discussions. Check back regularly for the latest updates and community insights on Advanced SD-WAN for NGFW. ... View more

  Delve into Fuel User Group, the sister community to LIVEcommunity, tailored for Palo Alto Networks users. Free membership in Fuel brings a myriad of benefits tailored to your interests and needs, particularly if you're immersed in cybersecurity or IT operations within the domain of Palo Alto Networks offerings   What’s really cool about Fuel User Group is that they consistently host Spark User Summits! Spark User Summits are live, virtual events that have been very popular for cybersecurity practitioners. These user summits are held regularly around the globe, bringing together members of the local Fuel User Group community to learn and collaborate on solving critical security issues.   The latest Spark User Summit took place on July 25, 2024, and focused on Web Proxy and SD-WAN. We had a fantastic turnout and want to ensure you have access to the recording and presentation in case you missed them.         Are You a Member Yet?   Becoming a member of the Fuel User Group is a beneficial investment for individuals and organizations utilizing Palo Alto Networks products and services. As a reminder, Membership is free and offers access to a wealth of resources, including knowledge, training, virtual test labs, networking opportunities, and tools, which can significantly improve proficiency and effectiveness in cybersecurity and IT operations.   Additional Information   Have topics that you’d like to hear about in the future? Submit your ideas here!    Curious to learn more about Fuel? Explore the Fuel website for details on their different chapters, events, and more!   Feel free to share your questions, comments and ideas in the section below or email fuel@fuelusergroup.org with questions and comments! ... View more

PAN-OS SD-WAN Simplifies Global Branch Deployments with Prisma Access Hub Support   This blog written by Rich Campagna on Dec 09, 2021.     If there’s one requirement that I hear often from customers, it’s that products must provide exceptional end user experience while being simple to operate. That’s the ultimate goal; giving customers great output with the least amount of effort required. Now, as I apply that same mindset to software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN), the goal for my team was to figure out how we can improve the efficiency of enterprise-grade networks.   Digging into current SD-WAN solutions, I discovered that there are a handful of fundamental issues. One in particular is the complexity of building a global backbone. Organizations with higher bandwidth demands require a ‘thick branch’ approach to allow secure application access directly from the branch or through scalable cloud infrastructure -- relying on homegrown global infrastructure to provide connectivity to private applications housed in their data center. However, building out this global infrastructure leads to complex deployments and third-party integrations with expensive public or private cloud providers and co-locations, which increases cost and delays branch onboarding.   As a result, organizations need an integrated SD-WAN and security solution that provides a global backbone that seamlessly connects to data center hubs. This will allow customers to simplify branch deployments by leveraging these global hubs to deliver better bandwidth availability while improving end-user experience.   Here at Palo Alto Networks, we’ve built an SD-WAN solution on our next-generation firewall that provides:   Integrated, Best-in-Class Security: Delivers consistent, integrated security across branch, data center and cloud by leveraging the industry’s leading ML-powered NGFW to protect applications, users and devices against all threats. Optimized Performance: Optimizes your performance by gaining the flexibility to leverage Prisma Access hubs, data center hubs and direct access from branches for application access. Intelligently route traffic based on application performance with zero restrictions on bandwidth availability. Simplicity: Centrally manage security and networking policies for data centers, hubs and branches to reduce operational complexity and cost while improving collaboration between NOC and SOC teams.   PAN-OS SD-WAN with next-gen firewall at the branch leveraging Prisma Access’ global backbone With all of this in mind, I’m very excited to announce that, today, we are launching the new Prisma Access hub support for our PAN-OS SD-WAN subscription on the next-generation firewall. With this new update, organizations can easily onboard branch offices to a global network by leveraging Prisma Access hubs to provide connectivity to their data centers. This allows them to secure and route traffic based on Layer 7 application intelligence, delivering improved end user experience. Additionally, leveraging your firewall appliances with Prisma Access hubs, you can selectively offload security enforcement to the cloud, augmenting the capacity of your branch firewall appliance while managing everything centrally from Panorama. This will allow your organization to eliminate complexity and decrease costs.   Centralized management of security and SD-WAN with Panorama   Learn more about PAN-OS SD-WAN on the next-generation firewall here.   ... View more

Announcing Palo Alto Networks Cloud NGFW Integration with AWS PrivateLink - resource VPC endpoint   AWS and Palo Alto Networks are excited to announce the integration of Palo Alto Networks Cloud NGFW with AWS PrivateLink – resource VPC endpoint. With this integration, Cloud NGFW can securely access multiple private resources in your accounts, simplifying your operations and enhancing your security management across hybrid cloud environments.   Cloud NGFW for AWS is a cloud-native Next-Generation Firewall managed by Palo Alto Networks. It provides advanced threat protection, scalability, and seamless integration within AWS environments. Its built-in scalability, resilience, and life-cycle management offload operational responsibility from customers to Palo Alto Networks, providing a zero-maintenance experience. Moreover, Cloud NGFW offers a guaranteed SLA of 99.99% availability, ensuring your cloud applications remain secure and highly available. Cloud NGFW natively integrates with AWS workflows and streamlines policy management and security operations using Palo Alto Networks Panorama and Strata Cloud Manager.   This new capability offered in AWS PrivateLink and VPC Lattice allows private, scalable access to critical resources across AWS accounts and organizations while maintaining strict security boundaries. Before this, connecting to resources like databases and analytics clusters required either public exposure of these resources or complex configurations with workarounds, often limiting access. With the new capability, you can selectively provide access to these resources to other AWS accounts and AWS organizations to ensure streamlined network connectivity to these resources.     How does Palo Alto Networks Cloud NGFW leverage AWS PrivateLink - resource VPC endpoint?   A Cloud NGFW resource provides NGFW capabilities for your VPC traffic. Under the hood, Cloud NGFW resource is a gateway load balancer-based VPC endpoint service. To use a Cloud NGFW resource, you create a dedicated subnet in your VPC for each desired AWS availability zone. You then create NGFW endpoints (also known as Gateway Load Balancer endpoints) on your subnets and update the VPC route tables to send traffic through these endpoints.   Your hybrid cloud network generally encompasses your VPCs on AWS connected to the on-premises environment via VPN or AWS Direct connect. Until now, Cloud NGFW could not directly access private resources in your hybrid cloud environment. These include your AWS PaaS resources such as S3 buckets, on-premises DNS servers, Syslog servers, and the Palo Alto Networks User-ID agents. With this integration, customers like you can create a Resource Gateway and specify the private resources that Cloud NGFW can access. Once configured, Cloud NGFW can securely access these resources in your environment using a resource VPC endpoint (powered by AWS PrivateLink).   Figure 1: Cloud NGFW access private resources in AWS and On-premises environment. The new capability utilizes the AWS Resource Access Manager (RAM), AWS PrivateLink, VPC Lattice and the VPC connectivity to your on-premises networks and enables Cloud NGFW to securely access essential resources in your hybrid cloud network.     Benefits of the AWS PrivateLink - Resource VPC Endpoint Integration   Cloud NGFW integration with resource VPC endpoint offers the following benefits:   Simplified Connectivity - Cloud NGFW can access specific resources in your hybrid cloud environments with minimal effort, eliminating complex networking requirements and public exposure. Secure Access at Scale - Cloud NGFW access to your private resources scales automatically based on your traffic needs using AWS native constructs such as AWS PrivateLink and VPC Lattice. Streamlined Operations - Improves operational efficiency by enabling resource sharing with precise controls and simplifying the configuration of the sharing process through AWS-native tools like Resource Access Manager (RAM).   "AWS is committed to empowering customers with secure, scalable solutions that simplify cloud operations," Yousef Ourabi, Director of Application Networking at AWS. "Through our partnership with Palo Alto Networks, the integration of AWS PrivateLink – resource endpoints with Cloud NGFW provides customers with private, seamless access to critical resources across VPCs and accounts. This solution enhances security and reduces complexity, helping organizations innovate and grow confidently in the cloud."    "The integration of AWS PrivateLink resource endpoints with Palo Alto Networks Cloud NGFW marks a significant step forward in simplifying cloud security operations," said Rich Campagna, SVP of Product Management at Palo Alto Networks. "This collaboration empowers our customers to enable Cloud NGFW access with seamless, secure connectivity to their resources while leveraging industry-leading threat prevention and traffic control. Together with AWS, we are committed to delivering innovative solutions that enable organizations to scale securely and focus on driving their business forward."   The integrated solution will be available next year. This collaboration underscores both organizations' commitment to providing cloud-native, customer-centric solutions that empower businesses with best-in-class security and connectivity tools that are easy to deploy and manage.   Ready to take your cloud security to the next level? Consider attending AWS ReInvent Session AIM271-S | Securing applications with AWS and Palo Alto Networks. In this event, you will hear how our customers address the challenges faced in cloud environments with Palo Alto Networks firewalls. To learn more about Cloud NGFW, visit the documentation and FAQ pages. To get hands-on experience with this, please subscribe via the AWS Marketplace page. As always, your feedback drives our feature roadmap and product development. Please contact us through your Palo Alto Networks support team if you have additional feedback or Cloud NGFW feature requests.     ... View more

  In case you missed it: On Thursday, November 21, 2024, Palo Alto Networks Dax Choksi and Unit 42's Sean Johnstone joined Fuel for a virtual Spark session on Ruggedized NGFWs and Unit 42. Watch the videos below to learn about the world of threats and attack vectors.     November, 2024 Spark User Summit: Unit 42 - Threat Overview (Part 1) In the first part of the Unit 42 presentation, Sean Johnstone gives an overview of the current threat landscape. Discussing the different organizations out there that are attempting to get into our networks, he tells us what Unit 42 has been encountering across the first half of 2024.       November, 2024 Spark User Summit: Unit 42 - How AI Is Being Used (Part 2) In part two of the Unit 42 presentation, Sean Johnstone dives into how the world of threat actors are leveraging AI against us. He discusses how they leverage AI, what malicious services are out there, and the importance of staying on top of protecting yourselves in this dangerous world of today.     November, 2024 Spark User Summit: Ruggedized NGFWs In this video, Dax Choksi introduces us to the world of the ruggedized firewall. Data needs to be protected everywhere, so the ruggedized NGFW is ideal for protecting companies out in the intense environments of the construction and exterior locations. Extreme heat, dust, and other environmental factors are elements that can affect electronics very easily, and the ruggedized NGFW helps protect companies in those kinds of worlds.     Join the Next Spark event — Become a Fuel Member Today!   Becoming a member of the Fuel User Group is a great way for individuals and organizations using Palo Alto Networks products and services to get access to a wealth of resources — knowledge, training, virtual test labs, networking opportunities, and tools which can significantly improve proficiency and effectiveness in cybersecurity and IT operations. As a reminder, membership is free!   Additional Information Have topics that you’d like to hear about in the future during a Spark session? Submit your ideas here Curious to learn more about Fuel? Explore the Fuel website for details on their different chapters, events, and more Feel free to share your questions, comments and ideas in the section below or email fuel@fuelusergroup.org with questions and comments Watch all past Spark events via LIVEcommunity's YouTube playlist: Fuel Spark Events On-Demand ... View more

  Recap of the Bay Area Ignite Event: Revolutionizing Cybersecurity with AI   On November 14, 2024, Palo Alto Network hosted an exciting and insightful Ignite on Tour event at our headquarters in the Bay Area, where we explored the transformative role of AI in cybersecurity. With nearly 400 Customers, Partners, and sponsors in attendance, the event highlighted how AI is reshaping the landscape of cyberthreats and revolutionizing the way we protect our digital ecosystems.   A Deep Dive into AI-Driven Security Solutions   Throughout the day, industry leaders, cybersecurity experts, and AI visionaries shared their insights into the future of AI-powered security. From AI-driven threat detection to intelligent, automated defenses, we showcased how Precision AI™ is embedded across security portfolios to deliver secure-by-design solutions. Attendees learned how AI not only enhances the speed and effectiveness of threat detection but also simplifies security operations by intelligently responding to emerging risks.   Interactive Experiences at the LIVEcommunity & Fuel Booth   One of the standout moments of the Ignite on Tour event was our LIVEcommunity & Fuel booth, which became a hub of excitement and innovation throughout the day. With 110 attendees stopping by—representing over a quarter of the total event guests—our booth quickly became one of the most visited spots at the event.   A special thank you to everyone who visited and participated in our booth activities—your questions, insights, and enthusiasm contributed to making the event truly memorable. The energy and engagement we saw throughout the day reaffirmed how AI is not just an emerging trend but a game-changer for the cybersecurity industry. We look forward to continuing these conversations and building stronger connections in the months ahead!   Sr. Manager Global Communities, Cheryl Rasmussen and Sr. Product Manager Iryna Charkashyna at the booth!   Survey Insights: Key Takeaways from the Audience   We also gathered valuable feedback through our post-event survey, which saw a strong response rate—over 40 surveys completed (about 10% of all attendees). Key findings from a recent survey on LIVEcommunity usage:   88% of users rely on LIVEcommunity to find product-related documentation. 71% of users use LIVEcommunity to find solutions to their specific challenges. 63% of respondents highlighted the need for additional community-driven resources, such as user guides and tips & tricks.   These insights show that community-driven resources and access to documentation are key drivers for user engagement on LIVEcommunity.   Looking Ahead: The Future of AI in Cybersecurity   The Bay Area Ignite event was an inspiring and informative gathering, and we’re excited to continue the conversation about how AI is shaping the future of cybersecurity. Thank you again to everyone who participated, and a special thanks to those who stopped by the booths, engaged with the demos, and shared their insights with us. ... View more

  In this quick, under 2-minute video, we’ll give you a brief overview of Strata Copilot’s GA Deep Dive Demo. Watch to see how this powerful tool can simplify troubleshooting and improve your security posture with just a few clicks! ... View more

  We’re excited to announce the launch of the Strata Copilot page on LIVEcommunity, powered by Precision AI—a cutting-edge AI Assistant designed to help security teams quickly identify, understand, and address potential threats before they escalate. By leveraging the power of natural language processing, Strata Copilot simplifies the way you interact with your security data, making threat management faster and more intuitive.   On this new page, you’ll find essential resources and insights to help you get the most out of Strata Copilot. Whether you're looking to streamline your security operations or enhance your team’s response time, Strata Copilot will empower you to tackle threats more effectively.   Visit the Strata Copilot page today to discover how Strata Copilot can transform your security operations and help keep your environment safe.   Where Can You Find the Strata Copilot Page? You can find the Strata Copilot page under Products > Network Security > Strata Cloud Manager > Strata Copilot.       ... View more

  In today’s digital landscape, businesses face an ever-evolving array of cyber threats. To combat these challenges, organizations are increasingly turning to integrated security solutions. One standout feature is the Web Proxy functionality in PAN-OS, which merges firewall and proxy capabilities into a single, powerful platform. We’re excited to announce the launch of our new Web Proxy page on LIVEcommunity!   The Web Proxy feature empowers organizations to enhance their security posture while simplifying management processes. By allowing for centralized policy frameworks, it ensures that users can seamlessly manage both firewall and proxy functionalities without the hassle of juggling multiple systems. This integration not only improves operational efficiency but also strengthens overall network security.   For users of the Next-Generation Firewall Web Proxy, we’ve created a dedicated product page. Here, you’ll find a wealth of information, including:   Informative Videos: Dive into tutorials and demonstrations that break down the Web Proxy features, making it easier to understand and implement. Community Discussions: Engage with fellow users to share experiences, ask questions, and gain insights from others who are navigating the same landscape. Tips and Tricks: Discover practical advice and best practices to maximize the effectiveness of your Web Proxy setup.   You can visit the Web Proxy page on LIVEcommunity anytime to explore related resources. Explore the resources available today and take your Web Proxy experience to the next level!    ... View more