Azure Firewall
Let’s visualize an important security tool for the organizations i.e., Azure Firewall.
Companies are moving to the cloud using the internet which is accessible to everyone these days, and so they set up their cloud workflows. Cloud service providers also work efficiently to provide the best service to their customers. The widespread availability of these services makes the internet accessible to a wide range of individuals, which, as a result, creates potential vulnerabilities in cloud-based workflows that can be exploited by attackers.
Security in the cloud is an essential aspect that demands attention. While cloud providers are responsible for maintaining the security of the underlying infrastructure, users also have a responsibility to ensure the security of the resources they utilize in the cloud. By doing so, users can actively contribute to safeguarding their data and applications in the cloud environment.
Those who work on Windows PCs must be aware of the firewall in it. Similarly, we have Azure Firewall protection in the cloud which is a security service offered by Microsoft Azure that monitors and takes action for unwanted network activities on the cloud.
Like every cloud offering, Azure Firewall is also highly scalable. It can even be integrated with the Azure Monitor to do logging and analytics to enhance security.
Azure Firewall features
Let’s look at some features of Azure Firewall:
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High availability: It’s a
highly available service It refers to the ability of a service or system to remain operational and accessible with minimal or no downtime.