Zscaler
Zero trust exchange delivering secure internet access (ZIA) and private application access (ZPA).
Technical Architecture & Overview
Zscaler routes user traffic through its cloud, where Zscaler Internet Access filters web and DNS traffic and Zscaler Private Access brokers connections to internal applications without exposing the network. The platform sits inline on each connection and applies identity and context policy. It is a recurring Leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrants for SASE and SSE.
Targeted Technical Use Cases
Large enterprises replacing VPN and on-premises web gateways at scale.
Evaluation & Trade-offs
Core Strengths
- +Mature ZTNA implementation with app-level segmentation.
- +Massive cloud enforcement footprint.
- +Deep policy granularity.
Trade-Offs & Limitations
- -Enterprise pricing and architecture engagement required.
- -Cloud dependency for all traffic paths.
Defensive Security Application
User-to-app segmentation and web filtering that shrink the attack surface of remote access.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zscaler?→
Zscaler routes user traffic through its cloud, where Zscaler Internet Access filters web and DNS traffic and Zscaler Private Access brokers connections to internal applications without exposing the network. The platform sits inline on each connection and applies identity and context policy. It is a recurring Leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrants for SASE and SSE.
What is Zscaler used for?→
Large enterprises replacing VPN and on-premises web gateways at scale.
What are the strengths of Zscaler?→
- +Mature ZTNA implementation with app-level segmentation.
- +Massive cloud enforcement footprint.
- +Deep policy granularity.
What are the limitations of Zscaler?→
- +Enterprise pricing and architecture engagement required.
- +Cloud dependency for all traffic paths.
How is Zscaler used defensively?→
User-to-app segmentation and web filtering that shrink the attack surface of remote access.