Forcepoint Web Security
12K+ customers couldn't be wrong
Safeguard web browsing
and prevent data breaches
The internet powers the modern workforce, but exposes it to risk. Forcepoint Web Security secures and fosters digital innovation and productivity by protecting traffic and data on the web from ransomware and zero-day threats.
Why Forcepoint Web Security
Control Sensitive Data on the Web
Identify and block potentially risky exfiltration attempts or data leaks anywhere on the web.
Stop Web-based Threats
Forcepoint’s Advanced Classification Engine (ACE) prevents both zero-day and known ransomware attacks.
Uncover and Monitor Shadow IT
Locate unsanctioned web and SaaS activity and safeguard emerging applications such as ChatGPT and Generative AI.
Deliver Consistent Performance
Provide users with safe and reliable access to the internet, wherever they're located.
Forcepoint Secure Web Gateway vs. the Competition
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Secure Web Gateway (SWG) features
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DISCLAIMER: Product comparison is based off of in-product capabilities and cross-portfolio integrations available from the same vendor as of March 1st , 2023. Comparisons do not include integrations with third-party vendors. Feature comparison is based off of each vendor’s most recent and modern version available as of March 1st, 2023. Information is based off of data collected from public websites and forums, analyst papers, and product datasheets as of March 1st, 2023.
Secure Data on the Web
Discover how to extend data security to the web with your secure web gateway solution. See how Forcepoint Web Security enables organizations to protect data within any web application.
Safely Access Risky Websites
Provide additional threat protection through a Forcepoint Remote Browser Isolation (RBI) integration with Forcepoint Web Security. RBI renders potentially risky websites in a container to prevent malware attacks from launching.
Defend Against Advanced Threats
Expand threat detection capabilities through the Forcepoint Advanced Malware Detection and Protection (AMDP) integration with Forcepoint Web Security. AMDP quickly detects known and unknown malware threats and zero-day exploits to keep data secure.
Why Customers Choose Forcepoint Web Security
It's easy to install and configure. Simple to manage SWG, CASB and ZTNA from a single console. The RBI and CDR features of SWG is impressive and useful to protect and browse fearlessly.
...a highly effective solution for protecting against web-based threats and ensuring data security.
We are very much satisfied with its detection and prevention of Web based threats including malware, anti-phishing and data breaches.
We expect people to click malicious links while they’re working at home or on the road and so ensuring they receive the same level of protection as if they were on the enterprise network is very valuable to us.
Why Customers Choose Forcepoint Web Security
"It's easy to install and configure. Simple to manage SWG, CASB and ZTNA from a single console. The RBI and CDR features of SWG is impressive and useful to protect and browse fearlessly."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Secure Web Gateway (SWG)?
A SWG is a security technology designed to protect organisations, networks, users and devices from internet-related threats. SWGs perform two primary functions: they filter out unsafe content from web traffic, and they block risky or unauthorised user behaviour.
How does a SWG work?
A SWG may be a software solution, a cloud-based service or a physical appliance. Positioned at the edge of a network, SWGs inspect incoming and outgoing traffic, using company policy to determine whether web traffic should be allowed, blocked or quarantined. Features of an SWG may include:
- URL filtering
- Application control
- Antivirus software
- HTTPS inspection
- Anti-malware detection and blocking
- Access control
What are the benefits of a secure web gateway product?
With SWG technology, organisations can:
- Control sensitive data on the web
- Stop web-based threats
- Uncover and monitor shadow IT
- Deliver consistent performance
What cybersecurity and data protection laws does Hong Kong enforce, and how does SWG security support compliance?
Hong Kong’s data protection is governed by the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (PDPO), administered by the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (PCPD). The body enforces six Data Protection Principles, including data security and retention requirements.
Moreover, the Protection of Critical Infrastructure (Computer Systems) Bill introduces mandatory risk assessments, incident reporting and independent audits for critical sectors like banking and energy. Forcepoint’s secure web gateway security offers cloud-scale traffic inspection, DLP, AI-based classification and granular logging — supporting enterprises across Hong Kong to meet PDPO’s data security rules and the new critical infrastructure obligations.
How can Hong Kong businesses leverage Forcepoint’s SWG for digital transformation and hybrid work?
With Hong Kong businesses rapidly adopting SaaS and hybrid operations, Forcepoint’s SWG security ensures safeguarded, cloud-native web access without backhauling traffic. It provides full SSL/TLS inspection, AI-based data loss prevention and threat protection tailored for mobile and remote employees.
Unrealised cloud vulnerability, heightened with increased browser-based work, is addressed via Remote Browser Isolation (RBI) and malware detection. This solution helps organisations safely embrace cloud tools, accelerate digital transformation and maintain compliance, all with high-speed performance and consistent user experience across Hong Kong and global offices.
What is a web security gateway?
A web security gateway prevents web-based threats from entering an organisation's network and blocks users from accessing web resources that may contain malware, viruses and other threats. A web secure gateway serves as a checkpoint, sitting between an organisation's internal network and the internet to inspect traffic flowing in from and out to the web. Web security gateway solutions employ a variety of technologies such as URL filtering, malware detection, application control and inspection of encrypted traffic while delivering greater visibility into web traffic and usage.
What is a web security appliance?
A web security appliance helps protect organisations and users from internet-related threats such as malware, viruses, spoofed websites, phishing attacks and more. Web security appliances can also help prevent data leaks, control application usage, improve visibility of web activity and enforce security policies across the organisation.
What is a web secure gateway?
A web secure gateway is a cybersecurity product that helps protect organizations from web-related threats by enforcing security policies for inbound and outbound web traffic.
What is a SWG service?
A SWG service is a cloud-based solution that monitors all traffic entering an IT environment from the web, as well as all outbound web requests from an organisation's users.
