BlueCat Edge for Comprehensive DNS Security

Additional Info

CompanyBlueCat
Websitehttps://www.bluecat.com
Company size (employees)500 to 999
Headquarters RegionNorth America

Overview

BlueCat Edge offers a robust Protective DNS solution that provides advanced visibility, control, and detection capabilities for DNS queries. By capturing detailed DNS query
data, it enables network and IT teams to establish smarter policies, optimize traffic, and meet stringent compliance requirements while enhancing the overall security posture through intelligent threat detection and response capabilities, leveraging detailed DNS data for comprehensive protection and analysis. More information: https://bluecatnetworks.com/products/edge

Key Capabilities / Features

- Advanced DNS Threat Protection - Identifies and blocks DNS-based attacks (e.g., tunneling, hijacking) using real-time threat feeds, DGA algorithms, and flexible policy enforcement.


- Comprehensive DNS Logging & Reporting - Captures every DNS query and response for deep visibility, enabling granular threat hunting, network diagnostics, and simplified regulatory compliance.


- Identity Security Service - Enriches query data with user identity context, speeding investigations and pinpointing vulnerabilities across endpoints and users.


Zero-Touch Deployment - Launches unlimited virtual service points without reconfiguring existing DNS infrastructure, ensuring rapid scalability for hybrid and multi-cloud architectures.


- Cisco Umbrella Integration - Ties North-South and East-West traffic data together to create a unified security viewpoint, reducing false positives and streamlining incident response.


How we are different

- First-Hop Protection - By serving as the initial DNS hop, BlueCat Edge adds an immediate security layer capable of blocking malicious queries before they propagate.


- Deep DNS Data Context - Detailed capture of queries and responses offers unprecedented insight, powering faster threat detection and more accurate security policies.


- Scalable Cloud Service - Delivered as SaaS, BlueCat Edge can scale seamlessly across hybrid and multi-cloud deployments, minimizing overhead and complexity.


- Rapid Policy Configuration - Highly flexible policy engine enables teams to establish granular control over DNS requests—blocking, redirecting, or monitoring traffic based on security needs.


- Optimized Network Performance - Enhances DNS resolution paths and reduces latency through intelligent query management, ensuring mission-critical applications remain highly available.


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