Securing Remote Access in Palo Alto Networks

Explore everything you need to know to set up secure remote access, harden your firewall deployment, and protect against phishing

Key Features

• Learn the ins and outs of log forwarding and troubleshooting issues
• Set up GlobalProtect satellite connections, configure site-to-site VPNs, and troubleshoot LSVPN issues
• Gain an in-depth understanding of user credential detection to prevent data leaks

Book Description

This book builds on the content found in Mastering Palo Alto Networks, focusing on the different methods of establishing remote connectivity, automating log actions, and protecting against phishing attacks through user credential detection.

Complete with step-by-step instructions, practical examples, and troubleshooting tips, you will gain a solid understanding of how to configure and deploy Palo Alto Networks remote access products. As you advance, you will learn how to design, deploy, and troubleshoot large-scale end-to-end user VPNs. Later, you will explore new features and discover how to incorporate them into your environment.

By the end of this Palo Alto Networks book, you will have mastered the skills needed to design and configure SASE-compliant remote connectivity and prevent credential theft with credential detection.

What you will learn

• Understand how log forwarding is configured on the firewall
• Focus on effectively enabling remote access
• Explore alternative ways for connecting users and remote networks
• Protect against phishing with credential detection
• Understand how to troubleshoot complex issues confidently
• Strengthen the security posture of your firewalls

Who this book is for

This book is for anyone who wants to learn more about remote access for users and remote locations by using GlobalProtect and Prisma access and by deploying Large Scale VPN. Basic knowledge of Palo Alto Networks, network protocols, and network design will be helpful, which is why reading Mastering Palo Alto Networks is recommended first to help you make the most of this book.

Table of Contents

1. Centralizing logs
2. Configuring Advanced GlobalProtect Features
3. Setting up site-to-site VPNs and Large Scale VPNs
4. Configuring Prisma Access
5. Enabling features to improve your security posture
6. Anti Phishing with User Credential Detection
7. Practical troubleshooting and Best Practice Tools

About the Author

Tom Piens, PCNSE, CISSP, and founder of PANgurus, has over 10 years of experience working with Palo Alto Networks customers. Tom has been on the forefront of engaging with customers, responding to questions, and analyzing unique needs to apply the best possible solutions or workarounds. He has authored a great many articles on the Palo Alto Networks knowledge base and discussion forum solutions, and a book, Mastering Palo Alto Networks. Also known as reaper on the PANgurus and LIVEcommunity forums, and PANWreaper on Twitter, Tom has been recognized by Palo Alto Networks user groups and community members, and by countless thankful customers.