To test the reverse proxy functionality, we prepared two ESXi servers as backend web services.The goal is to use a single Edge SWG device to expose these services with different domain names. This article explains how...
In my lab environment, I deploye Symantec VIP Enterprise Gateway(EG) and integrated it with a Windows Active Directory domain controller to enable multi-factor authentication (MFA). During the process, I encountered some DNS resolution issues...
1. Introduction In enterprise environments, secure web access requires user identity verification, not just IP-based identification. Symantec/Broadcom Edge SWG (Secure Web Gateway, formerly ProxySG/ASG) supports multiple authentication methods. One of the most commonly deployed...
When importing VMware OVA/OVF files, you may encounter issues such as: This post documents how to manually edit OVF files to solve these issues. 1. File Structure Overview A typical OVF package includes: – .ovf: the XML...
The Linux audit subsystem (auditd) is a powerful way to track what happens on your system at the syscall level. Security teams, system administrators, and incident responders often need to know who created or deleted...
Prerequisites Upload the VHD to Azure Storage Create an Image from the VHD Create a VM from the Image Initial Access Activate the License Next Steps
Introduction Symantec Cloud SWG (formerly Web Security Service, WSS) provides cloud-based secure web gateway functionality, enforcing traffic inspection and access policies.Azure Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory) is Microsoft’s identity platform that supports SAML...
Symantec Content Analysis (CA) provides advanced malware analysis and detection capabilities, designed to integrate seamlessly with Symantec security products. This guide explains how to install Content Analysis on a VMware ESXi host. Prerequisites Make...
1. Download the Installation Package From the Broadcom support portal, download the Edge SWG Azure installation package.This package includes: 2. Create a Storage Account in Azure Click Review + Create, then Create. Deployment takes a few minutes....
In many lab or resource-constrained environments, you may not need the full feature set of vCenter — features like vSAN, Lifecycle Manager, Content Library, and others can consume significant CPU and memory resources.This guide...
Symantec Cloud Secure Web Gateway (Cloud SWG) offers a powerful REST API interface, enabling seamless integration and automation for your security operations. This post will walk you through three common, practical use cases, demonstrating...
1. Experiment Overview This experiment aims to configure a Symantec Edge SWG (ProxySG) appliance to enable flexible client traffic forwarding based on different destination websites, integrating with Symantec Cloud SWG (Cloud Secure Web Gateway)....
In today’s complex network environments, users often need to switch between multiple applications, and authenticating each time undoubtedly significantly reduces efficiency. To address this pain point, Single Sign-On (SSO) technology emerged, and Security Assertion...
SAML (Security Assertion Markup Language) is a widely adopted XML standard used for Single Sign-On (SSO) in enterprise environments. When SSO issues arise, troubleshooting can be a daunting task without the right tools. This...
In today’s cloud-centric world, securing web access is paramount. Symantec Cloud Secure Web Gateway (SWG) offers robust protection, but integrating it seamlessly with your existing identity providers is key to a smooth user experience....
Setting up Single Sign-On (SSO) can seem daunting, but with tools like SimpleSAMLphp and a robust web server like Nginx, it’s more accessible than you might think. This guide will walk you through the...
For organizations requiring flexible and secure network connectivity, seamlessly integrating on-premises networks with cloud services is crucial. This article provides a detailed guide on how to establish a reliable VPN connection between your pfSense...
In our daily online activities, HTTPS is the bedrock of our data security. It uses encryption to ensure our online communications, like banking, shopping, and social media interactions, are safe from eavesdropping and tampering....
This article will provide a detailed guide on how to establish an IPsec VPN tunnel between your pfSense firewall and Symantec Cloud Secure Web Gateway (SWG) using a static IP. This connection allows you...
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