{"id":81921,"date":"2024-07-25T18:05:37","date_gmt":"2024-07-25T10:05:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/version-2.com\/?p=81921"},"modified":"2024-07-18T18:08:37","modified_gmt":"2024-07-18T10:08:37","slug":"what-is-unified-threat-management-utm-everything-you-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/version-2.com\/zh\/2024\/07\/what-is-unified-threat-management-utm-everything-you-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Unified Threat Management (UTM)? Everything you need to know"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"81921\" class=\"elementor elementor-81921\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-35fe5dd post-content elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"35fe5dd\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;_id&quot;:&quot;cef08c3&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image_tablet&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image_mobile&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_speed&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;%&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:50,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_type&quot;:&quot;scroll&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_direction&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_fx_direction&quot;:null,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_z_index&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x&quot;:50,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y&quot;:50,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_animation_prop&quot;:&quot;transform&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_on&quot;:[&quot;desktop&quot;,&quot;tablet&quot;]}]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-409a2e9a\" data-id=\"409a2e9a\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5a8be8f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5a8be8f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/6qLQGGKOVTWIKwmCEVY1nv\/048b63b0ad3bfd88d5edaef4d467f320\/Unified-threat-management.png?w=1080&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp\" width=\"1080\" height=\"617\" \/><\/p><article class=\"RichText_root__1_CNu BlogPostContent_richText__rG0U1\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Network security is a complex challenge. Threats emerge from malware, viruses, software exploits, insider access, and unsecured email or collaboration tools. Diverse cybersecurity threats demand versatile solutions.<\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">One of the most popular ways to combat <i>every<\/i> critical cybersecurity threat is Unified Threat Management (UTM).\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">UTM is about <b>consolidating security features on a single appliance<\/b>. Security managers bring diagnostic, filtering, and quarantine tools together. Single control panels provide real-time awareness, identifying threats and coordinating responses.<\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Sounds good? Let&#8217;s explore the idea in more detail and explain how UTM could fit into your security posture.<\/p><h2 id=\"key-takeaways\" class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h2__2iijA\" data-testid=\"heading\">Key takeaways<\/h2><ul class=\"RichText_ul__Ajzbe\"><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><b>Unified Threat Management (UTM)<\/b> combines essential security functions on a single appliance. This simplifies cybersecurity, giving security teams more control and making threats more visible.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><b>UTM features<\/b> include virus, malware, and spyware scanners. Implementations include firewalls and VPNs and may also include data loss prevention, intrusion prevention, and anti-spam solutions.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><b>The main<\/b> <b>difference between UTM and Next-generation firewalls (NGFWs) <\/b>is that NGFWs inspect network traffic in depth, while UTM includes firewalls alongside other security tools. As a result, UTM firewalls may not filter traffic as precisely as NGFWs.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><b>UTM benefits<\/b> include cost savings, simplification, and easy scaling. Companies can cover all core security tasks and secure network assets easily. Challenges include implementation, vendor lock-in, and network slowdown.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h2 id=\"what-is-unified-threat-management\" class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h2__2iijA\" data-testid=\"heading\">What is Unified Threat Management?<\/h2><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Unified Threat Management <b>brings together every security appliance or tool an organization uses on a single device<\/b>.<\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Traditional security solutions involved combining separate devices and software tools. With UTM, <b>Security tools reside in a single location<\/b> and are accessed via a single management console.<\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">When properly designed, UTM <b>simplifies cybersecurity<\/b> and allows organizations to <b>neutralize critical threats<\/b>.<\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Vital security functions like firewalls, intrusion detection, content filtering, access management, virus protection, and spam removal all fall under the same umbrella. Functions are visible, easily customized, and constantly available to monitor security threats.<\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">UTM appliances monitor and prevent data breaches. Data Loss Prevention systems (DLP) ensure that confidential data remains secure and only accessible to authorized individuals. Firewall tools, antivirus, and anti-malware scanners prevent intrusions, while VPNs guard network traffic.<\/p><h2 id=\"how-does-utm-work\" class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h2__2iijA\" data-testid=\"heading\">How does UTM work?<\/h2><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">UTM implementations have two components: appliances and functionalities.<\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">UTM appliances store and consolidate multiple security features. Appliances could comprise physical hardware or applications.<\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Devices and appliances combine Unified Threat Management features such as virus scanners and firewalls. They enable configuration changes and application updates. Control systems also allow security teams to monitor each component via application control.<\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">UTM functionalities are the separate components that form the security system. Specialist data loss prevention tools, email filters, malware scanners, and cloud firewall tools could all be part of the mix.<\/p><h2 id=\"features-of-a-unified-threat-management-system\" class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h2__2iijA\" data-testid=\"heading\">Features of a unified threat management system<\/h2><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">The makeup of a Unified Threat Management system depends on the network traffic types. Systems must inspect incoming and outgoing traffic, detect suspicious activity, and trigger mitigation action. With that in mind, the following features are common in UTM systems.<\/p><p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/3zgpSfDuoK50svIgHC85M5\/aabb3428e56ad4711da9e38d50950806\/Scheme.png?w=1080&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp\" width=\"1080\" height=\"779\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"Image_autoHeight__eDTAt Image_autoWidth__spy21 RichText_image__z9xEG\" style=\"color: transparent;\" src=\"https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/3zgpSfDuoK50svIgHC85M5\/aabb3428e56ad4711da9e38d50950806\/Scheme.png?w=1280&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 50vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/3zgpSfDuoK50svIgHC85M5\/aabb3428e56ad4711da9e38d50950806\/Scheme.png?w=384&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 384w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/3zgpSfDuoK50svIgHC85M5\/aabb3428e56ad4711da9e38d50950806\/Scheme.png?w=600&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 600w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/3zgpSfDuoK50svIgHC85M5\/aabb3428e56ad4711da9e38d50950806\/Scheme.png?w=640&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 640w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/3zgpSfDuoK50svIgHC85M5\/aabb3428e56ad4711da9e38d50950806\/Scheme.png?w=750&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 750w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/3zgpSfDuoK50svIgHC85M5\/aabb3428e56ad4711da9e38d50950806\/Scheme.png?w=828&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 828w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/3zgpSfDuoK50svIgHC85M5\/aabb3428e56ad4711da9e38d50950806\/Scheme.png?w=1080&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 1080w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/3zgpSfDuoK50svIgHC85M5\/aabb3428e56ad4711da9e38d50950806\/Scheme.png?w=1280&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 1280w\" alt=\"Scheme\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" data-nimg=\"future\" \/><\/p><ul class=\"RichText_ul__Ajzbe\"><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><b>Firewalls<\/b>. A network firewall filters incoming and outgoing network traffic, preventing access to unauthorized or suspicious data.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><b>Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDPS)<\/b>. An Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems inspect traffic within the network and at the network edge. IDPS tools identify potential threats and respond via quarantine and neutralization tools.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><b>Antivirus and anti-malware tools<\/b>. Counter specific types of digital threats, including persistent agents, worms, or malware from phishing attacks. Solutions may also include separate anti-spyware scanners for extra security.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><b>Virtual Private Network (VPN). <\/b>Creates an encryption tunnel around network traffic. This makes traffic invisible to external attackers and helps keep data safe.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><b>Content filtering or web filtering<\/b>. Inspects traffic and requests from network devices. It also prevents users from accessing prohibited websites or data types. UTM may include spam filtering to clean email traffic. Advanced solutions also use application control to manage access to specific apps or websites.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><b>Data Loss Prevention (DLP)<\/b>. Tracks sensitive data, recording its location and status, and prevents data extraction via unsafe methods.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><b>Centralized management<\/b>. UTM pools various Unified Threat Management functions. It provides a single point of control, making alerts and network metrics visible at all times.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><b>Access control. <\/b>UTM may allow security teams to manage user directories and request authentication for network entry.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><b>Bandwidth management. <\/b>Balances network loads, ensuring smooth performance and enabling UTM tools to function without network slowdown.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><b>Restore points<\/b>. Records the status of network settings and assets. It enables security teams to restore operations when attacks or outages occur.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h2 id=\"utm-benefits\" class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h2__2iijA\" data-testid=\"heading\">UTM benefits<\/h2><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">UTM does not suit every situation. Companies must weigh the pros and cons before choosing a vendor. Benefits of using UTM include:<\/p><ul class=\"RichText_ul__Ajzbe\"><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><b>Simplified cybersecurity<\/b>. Combines endpoint and application protection in a single system. A single team (or person) manages security, making it easier to maintain control.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><b>Effective threat defense. <\/b>Technicians can manage firewalls, data quarantines, and system recovery via a single panel. Fewer threats will escape your filters and scanning tools.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><b>Cost savings<\/b>. Using a single security device is more cost-effective than sourcing hardware firewalls, separate virus scanners, and VPNs. Instead, users purchase a single solution to cover their security needs.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><b>Scaling. <\/b>UTM scales naturally as networks expand, unlike security systems with diverse devices and software solutions.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h3 class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h3__gewqv\" data-testid=\"heading\">Common UTM mistakes to avoid<\/h3><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">While UTM can be beneficial, implementations can also run into problems. Challenges include:<\/p><h4 class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading10__WX42n Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h4__aEhVR\" data-testid=\"heading\">Implementation<\/h4><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">UTM may not integrate smoothly with existing security systems or critical apps. In those situations, rolling out a secure UTM setup takes time and expertise.<\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><b>Solution<\/b>: Plan UTM implementation and test compatibility before security systems go live. Use API-based integration to connect UTM with existing tools, and implement unified policy management to cover every base.<\/p><h4 class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading10__WX42n Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h4__aEhVR\" data-testid=\"heading\">Network slowdown<\/h4><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Poorly implemented solutions cause network slowdown<b> <\/b>via UTM firewall configurations or improperly defined filters.<\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><b>Solution<\/b>: Prioritize critical network traffic with Quality of Service rules. Regularly audit firewall rules to ensure they meet efficiency goals while blocking threats.<\/p><h4 class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading10__WX42n Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h4__aEhVR\" data-testid=\"heading\">Single point of failure<\/h4><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">When one security system fails, others follow, leading to a complete security breakdown.<\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><b>Solution<\/b>: In this case, you should consider adding redundancy via multiple UTM firewalls and failover processes.<\/p><h4 class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading10__WX42n Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h4__aEhVR\" data-testid=\"heading\">Vendor lock-in<\/h4><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Companies that choose poorly may be stuck with ineffective, expensive security tools.<\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><b>Solution<\/b>: Always assess potential vendors to find a high-quality and flexible security partner. Apply interoperability principles to allow service changes if needed.<\/p><h2 id=\"utm-vs-nextgeneration-firewalls\" class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h2__2iijA\" data-testid=\"heading\">UTM vs. next-generation firewalls<\/h2><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">It&#8217;s important to distinguish between Unified Threat Management and<a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"\/learn\/firewall\/next-generation\/\"> next-generation firewalls<\/a> (NGFWs). The two technologies perform similar roles, but they aren&#8217;t identical.<\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Unified Threat Management is a comprehensive cybersecurity solution. It covers all security threats in a user-friendly unified environment via a single UTM appliance.<\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Simplified configuration makes UTM easy to install, especially on less complex network architecture. That&#8217;s why UTM is often a go-to option when small and medium-sized enterprises need advanced threat protection.<\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">NGFW solutions enhance traditional firewalls, using techniques like <a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"\/features\/deep-packet-inspection\/\">deep packet inspection<\/a> (DPI) to defend the network perimeter in depth. DPI ensures a high level of protection against unauthorized intrusions.<\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Larger companies use NGFWs alongside separate VPNs or antivirus solutions. They tend to value the ability to customize firewall settings beyond the simplified functions of a UTM firewall.<\/p><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/4FFXjtTH1tEgBsgaXka5rD\/f34acc068bf6747ceaa6935b901d04a6\/Feature-UTM-NGFW.png?w=1080&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp\" width=\"1080\" height=\"671\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"Image_autoHeight__eDTAt Image_autoWidth__spy21 RichText_image__z9xEG\" style=\"color: transparent;\" src=\"https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/4FFXjtTH1tEgBsgaXka5rD\/f34acc068bf6747ceaa6935b901d04a6\/Feature-UTM-NGFW.png?w=1280&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 50vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/4FFXjtTH1tEgBsgaXka5rD\/f34acc068bf6747ceaa6935b901d04a6\/Feature-UTM-NGFW.png?w=384&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 384w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/4FFXjtTH1tEgBsgaXka5rD\/f34acc068bf6747ceaa6935b901d04a6\/Feature-UTM-NGFW.png?w=600&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 600w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/4FFXjtTH1tEgBsgaXka5rD\/f34acc068bf6747ceaa6935b901d04a6\/Feature-UTM-NGFW.png?w=640&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 640w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/4FFXjtTH1tEgBsgaXka5rD\/f34acc068bf6747ceaa6935b901d04a6\/Feature-UTM-NGFW.png?w=750&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 750w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/4FFXjtTH1tEgBsgaXka5rD\/f34acc068bf6747ceaa6935b901d04a6\/Feature-UTM-NGFW.png?w=828&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 828w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/4FFXjtTH1tEgBsgaXka5rD\/f34acc068bf6747ceaa6935b901d04a6\/Feature-UTM-NGFW.png?w=1080&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 1080w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/4FFXjtTH1tEgBsgaXka5rD\/f34acc068bf6747ceaa6935b901d04a6\/Feature-UTM-NGFW.png?w=1280&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 1280w\" alt=\"Feature-UTM-NGFW\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" data-nimg=\"future\" \/><\/p><h3 class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h3__gewqv\" data-testid=\"heading\">Key differences and similarities<\/h3><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">In practical terms, UTMs and NGFWs unify security features and neutralize common network security threats. However, there are some things to consider when choosing between UTM and NGFW solutions.<\/p><ul class=\"RichText_ul__Ajzbe\"><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><b>NGFWs tend to be more complex<\/b> to install. By contrast, you can purchase UTM systems and quickly consolidate security tools.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><b>Core NGFW functions often exist within UTM solutions<\/b> alongside other tools like virus protection or VPNs. Companies may need filtering systems not provided by NGFWs, making UTM solutions more useful.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><b>UTM can suffer from compatibility issues<\/b>. Integrating UTM with existing software or devices can be more difficult than adding an NGFW, especially in complex network settings.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><b>Companies may also buy more UTM coverage than they require.<\/b> In many cases, advanced firewalls provide enough security, and you can toggle firewall services to turn functions on or off.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><div class=\"InlineRelatedArticles_root__QJQs_\">\u00a0<\/div><h3 class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h3__gewqv\" data-testid=\"heading\">UTM: looking to the future<\/h3><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">UTM is evolving rapidly due to market demand. According to industry experts Jupiter Research, the <a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniperresearch.com\/press\/unified-threat-management-spend-to-surge-to-14bn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UTM sector will double from $7.5 billion in 2023 to $14.8 billion in 2028<\/a>.<\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Cutting-edge UTM solutions now cover IoT devices, cloud assets, and AI-driven cyber threats. As threats and network architecture become more complex, companies are desperate for ways to simplify cybersecurity. Cloud-based UTM is often the most convenient option.<\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">The best future UTM solutions will use AI to anticipate critical threats and follow SASE models, defending complex local, cloud, and remote network assets. They will also deploy<a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"\/features\/cloud-firewall\/\"> cloud firewall solutions<\/a> to cover every file and application, wherever they reside.<\/p><h2 id=\"how-nordlayer-can-help\" class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h2__2iijA\" data-testid=\"heading\">How NordLayer can help<\/h2><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">More companies now use cloud-based solutions. Sticking with only hardware limits your options to provide full security for both hybrid teams and on-site workers.<\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Think beyond hardware. NordLayer offers a comprehensive solution that includes DNS filtering, firewall, VPN, device posture security, multilayered network access authentication, and remote network access. It\u2019s a cost-efficient and easy-to-implement choice. NordLayer provides many of the essential features needed for cybersecurity, making it a versatile and compatible option compared to more complex and limited UTM platforms.<\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Choose a security solution that suits today\u2019s network architecture. <a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"\/contact-sales\/\">Contact the NordLayer team<\/a> to explore your options.<\/p><\/article>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-cf03edf elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"cf03edf\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-b576c6d\" data-id=\"b576c6d\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bfd91ca elementor-widget elementor-widget-shortcode\" data-id=\"bfd91ca\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"shortcode.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-shortcode\">\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"page\" data-elementor-id=\"18103\" class=\"elementor elementor-18103\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-748947f elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"748947f\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;_id&quot;:&quot;c4f773e&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image_tablet&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image_mobile&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_speed&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;%&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:50,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_type&quot;:&quot;scroll&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_direction&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_fx_direction&quot;:null,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_z_index&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x&quot;:50,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y&quot;:50,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_animation_prop&quot;:&quot;transform&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_on&quot;:[&quot;desktop&quot;,&quot;tablet&quot;]}]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-7995c19\" data-id=\"7995c19\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a437045 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image-box\" data-id=\"a437045\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-image-box-wrapper\"><div class=\"elementor-image-box-content\"><h3 class=\"elementor-image-box-title\">About Version 2 Digital<\/h3><p class=\"elementor-image-box-description\">Version 2 Digital is one of the most dynamic IT companies in Asia. The company distributes a wide range of IT products across various areas including cyber security, cloud, data protection, end points, infrastructures, system monitoring, storage, networking, business productivity and communication products.\n<br><br>\nThrough an extensive network of channels, point of sales, resellers, and partnership companies, Version 2 offers quality products and services which are highly acclaimed in the market. Its customers cover a wide spectrum which include Global 1000 enterprises, regional listed companies, different vertical industries, public utilities, Government, a vast number of successful SMEs, and consumers in various Asian cities.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"page\" data-elementor-id=\"63561\" class=\"elementor elementor-63561\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-1b6aa2c4 elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"1b6aa2c4\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[{&quot;_id&quot;:&quot;c4f773e&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image_tablet&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image_mobile&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_speed&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;%&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:50,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_type&quot;:&quot;scroll&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_direction&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_fx_direction&quot;:null,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_z_index&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x&quot;:50,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y&quot;:50,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_animation_prop&quot;:&quot;transform&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_on&quot;:[&quot;desktop&quot;,&quot;tablet&quot;]}]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-1b283ee5\" data-id=\"1b283ee5\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4e466f1a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4e466f1a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>About NordLayer<br \/><\/strong>NordLayer is an adaptive network access security solution for modern businesses \u2013 from the world\u2019s most trusted cybersecurity brand, Nord Security.<\/p><p>The web has become a chaotic space where safety and trust have been compromised by cybercrime and data protection issues. Therefore, our team has a global mission to shape a more trusted and peaceful online future for people everywhere.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-9e34e91 elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"9e34e91\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[{&quot;_id&quot;:&quot;c4f773e&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image_tablet&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image_mobile&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_speed&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;%&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:50,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_type&quot;:&quot;scroll&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_direction&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_fx_direction&quot;:null,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_z_index&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x&quot;:50,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y&quot;:50,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_animation_prop&quot;:&quot;transform&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_on&quot;:[&quot;desktop&quot;,&quot;tablet&quot;]}]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-bb2c932\" data-id=\"bb2c932\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c6a493c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c6a493c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>About NordLayer<br \/><\/strong>NordLayer is an adaptive network access security solution for modern businesses \u2013 from the world\u2019s most trusted cybersecurity brand, Nord Security.<\/p><p>The web has become a chaotic space where safety and trust have been compromised by cybercrime and data protection issues. 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