{"id":40187,"date":"2025-10-20T14:07:41","date_gmt":"2025-10-20T14:07:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ramsdata.com.pl\/vpn-is-not-enough-palo-alto-networks-and-additional-layers-of-protection\/"},"modified":"2025-10-20T14:07:41","modified_gmt":"2025-10-20T14:07:41","slug":"vpn-is-not-enough-palo-alto-networks-and-additional-layers-of-protection","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ramsdata.com.pl\/en\/vpn-is-not-enough-palo-alto-networks-and-additional-layers-of-protection\/","title":{"rendered":"VPN is not enough &#8211; Palo Alto Networks and additional layers of protection"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"642\">In the era of remote work and distributed IT environments, a traditional VPN is no longer sufficient security. Encrypting traffic is only one layer of protection, and <strong data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"318\">modern threats require a more sophisticated approach<\/strong>. Phishing attacks, account takeovers and malware can effectively bypass simple network security. <a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/ramsdata.com.pl\/producenci\/palo-alto-networks\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"439\" data-end=\"515\">Palo Alto Networks<\/a> offers multi-layered protection that realistically reduces the attack surface and controls access in real time.  <\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"644\" data-end=\"668\">Key findings<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"669\" data-end=\"970\">\n<li data-start=\"669\" data-end=\"748\">\n<p data-start=\"671\" data-end=\"748\">A VPN by itself does not protect against phishing, malware or account takeover.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"827\">\n<p data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"827\">Palo Alto Networks combines VPNs with Zero Trust, segmentation and behavior analysis.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"899\">\n<p data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"899\">The protection covers both users, devices and applications.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"900\" data-end=\"970\">\n<p data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"970\">Multi-layered security is the foundation of cyber resilience.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"986\">Table of contents<\/h2>\n<ol data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"1164\">\n<li data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"1015\">\n<p data-start=\"990\" data-end=\"1015\">Why a VPN is not enough<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1063\">\n<p data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1063\">Typical threats that bypass a traditional VPN<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1109\">\n<p data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1109\">Palo Alto Networks &#8211; a layered approach<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1139\">\n<p data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1139\">Examples of applications<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1148\">\n<p data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1148\">FAQ<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1149\" data-end=\"1164\">\n<p data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1164\">Summary<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 data-start=\"1166\" data-end=\"1192\">Why a VPN is not enough<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1531\">A classic VPN creates a secure tunnel between a user&#8217;s device and the corporate network. The problem is that <strong data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1378\">once authenticated, the VPN doesn&#8217;t control what the user does on the network<\/strong> &#8211; or whether their device is secure. If the computer is infected, the VPN becomes a conduit for the threat to go straight into the company&#8217;s environment.  <\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1698\">In addition, many companies today use the cloud and SaaS applications that are accessed outside the VPN. This means that protection needs to go further than the tunnel itself. <\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1700\" data-end=\"1745\">Typical threats that bypass a traditional VPN<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"1746\" data-end=\"2181\">\n<li data-start=\"1746\" data-end=\"1865\">\n<p data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1865\"><strong data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1778\">Phishing and account takeover<\/strong> &#8211; the user authenticates correctly, but his data is already in the hands of the attacker.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1866\" data-end=\"1977\">\n<p data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"1977\"><strong data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"1895\">Malware<\/strong> &#8211; malware enters through infected devices and spreads through the network.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1978\" data-end=\"2082\">\n<p data-start=\"1980\" data-end=\"2082\"><strong data-start=\"1980\" data-end=\"2000\">Lack of segmentation<\/strong> &#8211; access to the entire network after logging in increases the impact of a potential incident.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2083\" data-end=\"2181\">\n<p data-start=\"2085\" data-end=\"2181\"><strong data-start=\"2085\" data-end=\"2115\">No contextual control<\/strong> &#8211; The VPN does not assess the reputation of the device or the user&#8217;s behavior.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"2183\" data-end=\"2226\">Palo Alto Networks &#8211; a layered approach<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2227\" data-end=\"2395\"><a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/ramsdata.com.pl\/producenci\/palo-alto-networks\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"2227\" data-end=\"2303\">Palo Alto Networks<\/a> proposes a model in which the VPN is just one element of protection. The key layers are: <\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2396\" data-end=\"2820\">\n<li data-start=\"2396\" data-end=\"2522\">\n<p data-start=\"2398\" data-end=\"2522\"><strong data-start=\"2398\" data-end=\"2434\">Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)<\/strong> &#8211; each access attempt is verified for identity, device and context.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2523\" data-end=\"2624\">\n<p data-start=\"2525\" data-end=\"2624\"><strong data-start=\"2525\" data-end=\"2563\">Traffic inspection and threat analysis<\/strong> &#8211; real-time detection of suspicious activity.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2625\" data-end=\"2710\">\n<p data-start=\"2627\" data-end=\"2710\"><strong data-start=\"2627\" data-end=\"2650\">Access segmentation<\/strong> &#8211; the user gets access only to certain resources.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2711\" data-end=\"2820\">\n<p data-start=\"2713\" data-end=\"2820\"><strong data-start=\"2713\" data-end=\"2754\">Integration with security systems<\/strong> &#8211; central management of policies and rapid response to incidents.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"2822\" data-end=\"2849\">Examples of applications<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"2850\" data-end=\"3223\">\n<li data-start=\"2850\" data-end=\"2935\">\n<p data-start=\"2852\" data-end=\"2935\"><strong data-start=\"2852\" data-end=\"2870\">Remote teams<\/strong> &#8211; protecting access to the corporate environment from anywhere.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2936\" data-end=\"3040\">\n<p data-start=\"2938\" data-end=\"3040\"><strong data-start=\"2938\" data-end=\"2963\">Multi-branch companies<\/strong> &#8211; consistent security control without the need for extensive infrastructure.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3041\" data-end=\"3134\">\n<p data-start=\"3043\" data-end=\"3134\"><strong data-start=\"3043\" data-end=\"3064\">Regulated industries<\/strong> &#8211; implementing Zero Trust policies required by safety standards.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3135\" data-end=\"3223\">\n<p data-start=\"3137\" data-end=\"3223\"><strong data-start=\"3137\" data-end=\"3161\">Hybrid environments<\/strong> &#8211; protecting both local networks and cloud applications.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"3225\" data-end=\"3231\">FAQ<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3233\" data-end=\"3374\"><strong data-start=\"3233\" data-end=\"3284\">Are Palo Alto Networks replacing the classic VPN?<\/strong><br data-start=\"3284\" data-end=\"3287\">No &#8211; it extends its capabilities by adding layers of protection that the VPN itself does not provide.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3376\" data-end=\"3513\"><strong data-start=\"3376\" data-end=\"3436\">Does the solution work with different operating systems?<\/strong><br data-start=\"3436\" data-end=\"3439\">Yes, it is compatible with popular platforms and mobile devices.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3515\" data-end=\"3651\"><strong data-start=\"3515\" data-end=\"3568\">Does the implementation require major infrastructure changes?<\/strong><br data-start=\"3568\" data-end=\"3571\">No. Palo Alto Networks&#8217; solutions can be integrated into existing architecture. <\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3653\" data-end=\"3668\">Summary<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3669\" data-end=\"4003\">A VPN is an important piece of protection, but it <strong data-start=\"3703\" data-end=\"3732\">is not enough<\/strong> on its <strong data-start=\"3703\" data-end=\"3732\">own<\/strong> to ensure security in today&#8217;s threat landscape. <a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/ramsdata.com.pl\/producenci\/palo-alto-networks\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"3793\" data-end=\"3869\">Palo Alto Networks<\/a> combines VPN with Zero Trust, segmentation and contextual analysis to create a complete protection strategy that effectively minimizes risk.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3669\" data-end=\"4003\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39536\" src=\"https:\/\/ramsdata.com.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ramsdata-1.png\" alt=\"Why do banks and financial institutions choose Palo Alto Networks?\" width=\"1000\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ramsdata.com.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ramsdata-1.png 1000w, https:\/\/ramsdata.com.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ramsdata-1-300x210.png 300w, https:\/\/ramsdata.com.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ramsdata-1-768x538.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In the era of remote work and distributed IT environments, a traditional VPN is no longer sufficient security. 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