Use Cases
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The primary use cases that HPE Aruba Networking WIDS aims to solve include:
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Network security threats: WIDS helps organizations mitigate and prevent security threats within their network by addressing the need to identify and respond to various threats, such as rogue devices with unauthorized access, before the network’s integrity can be compromised.
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Device visibility: Many organizations struggle with maintaining visibility into the devices connected to their network. WIDS provides the capability to see all devices in real-time, which is essential for tracking, locating and managing authorized and unauthorized devices.
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Zero trust security: The Zero Trust security model, which assumes that no device should be trusted by default, has gained traction. WIDS aligns with this approach by continuously inspecting and verifying the trustworthiness of devices, even after they gain network access.
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Scalability: As organizations grow, their network security needs to scale accordingly. WIDS is designed to scale with the organization, making it suitable for both small and large enterprises.
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Compliance requirements: Various industries and regulatory bodies have strict compliance and data security requirements. WIDS aids in achieving compliance by ensuring that all wireless devices connecting to the network meet security and policy standards.
As an example, the PCI Data Security Standard requires that all organizations accepting credit or debit cards for purchases protect their networks from attacks via rogue or unauthorized wireless APs and clients. This applies even if the merchant has not deployed a wireless network for its own use.
Vertical examples:
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WIDS helps retailers and other covered organizations comply with these requirements. WIDS Rules also enable companies to set up automated, prioritized alerts that can be emailed to a specified distribution list the instant that rogues are detected.
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Hospitals use WIDS Rules to protect patient data as well as protect IT and medical systems. They need to know if rogues exist on their network along with critical medical devices use for patient care.
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Key features & advantages
The solution improves network security, manages compliance requirements, and reduces the cost of manual security efforts.
| Feature | Benefit |
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| Wireless scanning that leverages existing Access Points and AM sensors | Time and cost savings. Eliminates the need to perform walk-arounds or to purchase additional RF sensors or dedicated servers. |
| Default or Custom Rules-based threat classification | Time and resource savings. Allows staff to focus on the most important risk mitigation tasks. Comprehensive device classification that’s tailored to the organization means less time spent investigating false positives. |
| Automated alerts | Faster response times. Alerts staff the instant a rogue is detected, reducing reaction times, and further improving security. |
| Rogue AP location and switch/port information | Faster threat mitigation. Greatly simplifies the task of securing rogue devices and removing potential threats. |
| Reporting | Reduced regulatory expense. Comprehensive rogue and audit reports helps companies comply with various industry standards and regulatory requirements. |
| IDS event management | Single point of control. Provides you with a full picture of network security. Improves security by aggregating data for pattern detection. |
| Manual and automated containment | Continuous security. Improves security by enabling immediate action even when network staff is not present. |
Wireless threat protection framework
The threat protection framework defines a continuously repeating process consisting of multiple phases: discover, classify, contain, and alert and audit.
The wireless threat protection framework circular process.
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