KUALA LUMPUR, December 12 – Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ: PANW) has unveiled Strata™ Cloud Manager, the industry’s inaugural AI-powered Zero Trust management and operations solution. Featuring over 4,400 machine learning models, this innovation underscores Palo Alto Networks’ commitment to merging AI and Zero Trust principles for optimum customer protection. The global cybersecurity leader has also introduced advanced security capabilities and five new Next-Generation Firewalls to cater to diverse modern enterprise needs.
Strata Cloud Manager represents a paradigm shift in network security management. It addresses the challenges of security gaps and inconsistent policies by providing predictive analytics, real-time compliance checks, and seamless oversight of configuration and security policies. Anand Oswal, SVP and GM of Network Security at Palo Alto Networks, emphasized the new capabilities’ potential to simplify network security estate management and enhance operational efficiency. Sebastian Schubert, Technology Lead at Tui Hotels & Resorts, praised the platform’s streamlined configuration deployment and management.
In addition to Strata Cloud Manager, Palo Alto Networks introduced advanced security capabilities in its cloud-delivered services, boasting over 60,000 customers. The features include Advanced WildFire® for early detection and mitigation, industry-first detection capabilities to counter emerging threats, and AI-powered Advanced Threat Prevention specifically designed to combat command-and-control attacks. The announcement also includes five new Next-Generation Firewalls, catering to various use cases, from high-traffic networks to 5G-connected branch offices and ruggedized solutions for harsh operational technology (OT) environments.
