Cyber threats are becoming more sophisticated, more common, and more damaging. In fact, worldwide cybercrime costs are estimated to hit $10.5 trillion annually by 2025.^* As companies increasingly operate remotely and transition to cloud-based services, their networks are becoming more dispersed and complex. As a result, standard security measures that were once considered the gold standard of cybersecurity are no longer enough.

Unified Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) and Security Service Edge (SSE) solutions have emerged as a powerful alternative to traditional cybersecurity approaches. With the ability to consolidate various security functions, such as secure web gateways, firewalls, and zero-trust network access, into a single framework, these solutions streamline network security and connectivity across increasingly dispersed environments. When combined with Artificial Intelligence (AI), SASE and SSE systems offer an unprecedented ability to dynamically adapt to emerging threats and optimize security protocols in real time, ensuring robust and proactive protection tailored to the unique needs of modern enterprises.

Artificial Intelligence is a Game-Changer in Unified SASE and SSE Environments

The integration of AI in Unified SASE and SSE solutions marks a significant turning point in the fight against cyber threats. Artificial Intelligence revolutionizes the way security measures are implemented and managed in response to an ever-changing threat landscape, offering the ability to:

1. Enhance detection and response: By using Artificial Intelligence to analyze vast amounts of network data in real-time, SASE and SSE systems can quickly identify potential threats across all network edges simultaneously.
2. Support predictive security posturing: Offering advanced predictive analytics capabilities, AI technologies allow SASE and SSE systems to forecast potential security vulnerabilities and automate the necessary adjustments before a breach occurs.
3. Automate policy management: With the ability to automate access control and risk assessments and continually adapt to user behavior and network configurations, AI brings enhanced intelligence to SASE and SSE systems to dynamically maintain security policies and access controls, securing operations without the need for manual intervention.
4. Detect anomalies more efficiently: AI identifies unusual operations or behaviors indicating a breach or insider threat. As a result, SASE and SSE systems can differentiate between minor and severe breaches, enabling swift and targeted response actions to mitigate potential damage and safeguard sensitive data.
5. Streamline compliance: AI-driven SASE and SSE solutions automate compliance by enforcing regulatory requirements across all access points, reducing manual checks and ensuring continuous adherence to policies.
6. Optimize network performance: AI continuously analyzes network traffic and usage patterns within SASE and SSE frameworks, optimizing data flow and bandwidth allocation to improve performance and user experience

Keeping Pace with Evolving Threat Landscape

By incorporating AI, SASE and SSE solutions transform traditional security approaches into dynamic, adaptive frameworks that can keep pace with the rapidly evolving threat landscape. At Zunesis, we bring advanced expertise in HPE Aruba Networking’s AI-powered SASE and SSE solutions. With the ability to dynamically optimize security protocols and network efficiency, we’ll help you boost your network’s adaptability and threat response with Aruba.