[ FortiCl... Reviews ](https://www.g2.com/products/forticlient/reviews) [ FortiCl... Reviews ](https://www.g2.com/products/forticlient/reviews) # FortiClient Features ##### ## Network Management (4) Network Segmentation Allows administrative control over network components, mapping, and segmentation. Network Mapping Allows visual display of networks segmented components and their connected resources. Security Analytics Utilizes behavioral analysis to improve security procedures and documentation. API/Integrations Application Programming Interface - Specification for how the application communicates with other software. API's typically enable integration of data, logic, objects, etc. with other software applications. Show More ##### ## Security (4) Security Automation Allows administrative control over automated security tasks. Application Security Protects application access and data. Prompts additional authentication for suspicious users. Workload Protection Protects computing resources across a network. Prompts additional authentication for suspicious users. Data Protection Protects informatin stored on premises and in the cloud. Prompts additional authentication for suspicious users. Show More ##### ## Identity Management (3) Adaptive Access Control Provides a risk-based approcach to determining trust within the network. Identity Scoring Calculates risk based on user behavior, permissions, and requests. User Monitoring Monitors users attempting unauthorized access to databases, applicaitons, and othe network components. Show More ##### ## Administration (19) Compliance Monitors assets and enforces security policies to audit assets and infrastructure security. Web Control Filters websites and manages whitelisting to enforce compliance protocols for users accessing the internet within the network. Application Control Blocks endpoint users from accessing restricted applications. Asset Management Keeps records of each network asset and its activity. Discovers new assets accessing the network. Device Control Manages user network accessibility on laptops and mobile devices. Patch Management Install software updates and bug fixes remotely Password Management Generate and store passwords in an encrypted database and assist in retrieving lost or forgotten passwords Compliance Management Track and manage adherence to policies for any service, product, process, or supplier Remote Monitoring & Management Remotely monitor and manage client networks, endpoints, systems, and devices via locally installed applications Workflow Management Create, design and manage workflows for repetitive tasks Policy Management Create, manage, and track policies and procedures within an organization Assessment Management Creation, administration, and evaluation of assessments or tests Endpoint Management Track status, assign actions, and control access to systems for devices within the organization Incident Management Manage and track all disruptions and incidents User Management Manage user accounts, profiles, roles, permissions, and other details across applications, devices or networks Audit Management Plan, schedule, and execute organization's accounts and assets to ensure compliance with policies and laws PCI Compliance Store, process, and transmit cardholder data in compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) Web Threat Management Device Management Maintenance and upkeep of physical and/or virtual devices Show More ##### ## Functionality (4) System Isolation Cuts off network connection or temporarily inactivate applications until incidents are remedied. Firewall Protects endpoint devices from a variety of attacks and malware threats. Endpoint Intelligence Analysis for users to examine threat intelligence data specific to their endpoint devices. Anomaly/Malware Detection Automatically identify and flag unusual behaviors and malicious software Show More ##### ## Analysis (6) Automated Remediation Reduces time spent remedying issues manually. Resolves common network security incidents quickly. Incident Reports Produces reports detailing trends and vulnerabilities related to their network and infrastructure. Behavioral Analysis Constantly monitors acivity related to user behavior and compares activity to benchmarked patterns and fraud indicators. Risk Analysis Analyze potential risks across the organization Customizable Reports Alter the layout and content of reports Summary Reports Show More ##### ## Generative AI (6) AI Text Generation Allows users to generate text based on a text prompt. AI Text Summarization Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary. Generative AI Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc. AI Text Summarization Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary. AI Text Summarization Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary. AI Text Generation Allows users to generate text based on a text prompt. Show More ##### ## Identity and Access Management - Zero Trust Platforms (4) Single sign-on (SSO) Simplifies user authentication across multiple services while maintaining security. Multi-factor authentication (MFA) Ensures that users are verified through multiple credentials before access is granted, reducing the risk of compromised accounts. Role-based access control (RBAC) Grants access based on the user’s role within the organization, adhering to the principle of least privilege. Identity federation Integrates with external identity providers to manage user identities across different platforms and services. Show More ##### ## Security - Zero Trust Platforms (5) Encryption Mandatory encryption of data both at rest and in transit protects against unauthorized access. Endpoint detection and response (EDR) Continuous monitoring and real-time response capabilities with EDR help detect and mitigate threats on endpoint devices. Device posture assessment Verifies the security status of a device before granting access to network resources, ensuring that only compliant devices can connect. Micro-segmentation Divides the network into isolated segments to prevent lateral movement by attackers, ensuring that if one segment is compromised, others remain secure. Zero trust network access (ZTNA) Replaces traditional VPNs by enforcing granular, context-aware access to applications based on user identity, device, and other factors. Show More ##### ## Data Security - Zero Trust Platforms (2) Data loss prevention (DLP) Detect and prevent unauthorized access or transfer of sensitive data. Data classification Data classification automatically categorizes data based on its sensitivity, allowing for appropriate security measures to be applied Show More ##### ## Application Visibility - Zero Trust Platforms (5) API support API support ensures that the zero trust platform can integrate seamlessly with other security tools and existing infrastructure Application-level controls Provides the ability to enforce security policies at the application layer, ensuring that access to specific applications is tightly controlled. Secure application access ensures that only authorized users can access critical applications, protecting against unauthorized entry points User and entity behavior analytics (UEBA) UEBA identifies unusual behavior that may indicate a security threat, enabling proactive threat managemen Continuous monitoring Provides real-time visibility into all network traffic, user activities, and data flows to detect anomalies Show More ##### ## Reporting and Policies - Zero Trust Platforms (5) Policy automation allows for automatic application of security policies based on predefined criteria, reducing the risk of human error and ensuring consistent enforcement Regulatory compliance Regulatory compliance assists organizations in adhering to industry-specific regulations, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), or the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Cross-platform compatibility This works across different environments, including on-premises, cloud, and hybrid setups, ensuring comprehensive security coverage Policy enforcement This ensures that security policies are consistently applied across all users, devices, and application Comprehensive reporting Detailed reports that provide insights into security events help organizations maintain compliance and optimize their security posture Show More ##### ## Agentic AI - Zero Trust Platforms (4) Autonomous Task Execution Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input Cross-system Integration Works across multiple software systems or databases Adaptive Learning Improves performance based on feedback and experience Proactive Assistance Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting Show More ##### ## Additional Functionality (93) Real-Time Monitoring Active monitoring of systems, applications, or networks API Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases Threat Protection Protect incoming and outgoing communications against malware, spam, display spoofing, and other threats Spam Blocker Filters used to determine different types of malware threats Spam Quarantine Feature in email systems that identifies suspicious or unsolicited emails and holds them in a separate folder for review or deletion Real-time Alerts Receive notification of issues as soon as they occur Data Security Protect sensitive data for digital privacy Incident Management Manage and track all disruptions and incidents Remote Update/Installation Deploy updates or install new software remotely DDoS Protection Protect networks against DDoS (Distributed denial-of-service) attacks Automatic Scans Setup recurring or automatic scans Vulnerability/Threat Prioritization Classify levels of threat and organize actions based on priorities Real-Time Analytics Analyze and gain insights into data in real-time Endpoint Protection Protect users working remotely and provide secure environments for personal devices to access company programs Identity Theft Protection Monitor the web for personal information, such as social security and bank account numbers, among other sensitive information Security Auditing Systematic evaluation of the security of a company's overall security system and situation Virus Definition Update VPN Extend virtual private network over public networks to enable protected information exchange Tracker Blocking Blocks third-party trackers from collecting user data. Data Loss Prevention Safeguard confidential data and meet compliance regulations AI Copilot A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users Webcam Protection Prevents unauthorized access to web/device camera Anomaly/Malware Detection Automatically identify and flag unusual behaviors and malicious software Third-Party Integrations Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes Access Controls/Permissions Define levels of authorization for access to specific files or systems Password Management Generate and store passwords in an encrypted database and assist in retrieving lost or forgotten passwords Phishing Protection Identify phishing emails Email Attachment Protection Provides protection against malicious attachments. AI/Machine Learning Software program that continuously adjusts its behavior based on observed data Reporting & Statistics Collection, analysis, and representation of numerical data and generation of reports to understand various patterns Network Security Prevent and monitor unauthorized access, misuse, modification, or denial of a computer network and network-accessible resources Authentication Verify the identity of users/devices to enable secure access Threat Response Identifying, analyzing, and mitigating security issues and taking appropriate action to protect systems and data from potential harm Activity Dashboard Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities Vulnerability Scanning Discover patch statuses and vulnerabilities Backup and Recovery Create backups and provide methods to recover deleted/lost data Next-Generation Firewall Application Security Identify and respond to security threats to developed applications Whitelisting/Blacklisting Control system access and/or deliverability for applications and email addresses Server Monitoring Continuously scan servers on a designated network to monitor health and search for any irregularities or failures SSL Security Security protocol that ensures secure, encrypted communication over the internet, safeguarding sensitive data from unauthorized access HIPAA Compliant Compliant with HIPAA, which sets standards for sensitive patient data protection API Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases Threat Response Identifying, analyzing, and mitigating security issues and taking appropriate action to protect systems and data from potential harm Endpoint Protection Protect users working remotely and provide secure environments for personal devices to access company programs Maintenance Scheduling Schedule predetermined or ad hoc maintenance services and labor requests Third-Party Integrations Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes Security Auditing Systematic evaluation of the security of a company's overall security system and situation Application Security Identify and respond to security threats to developed applications Encryption Convert data into a code for security Network Security Prevent and monitor unauthorized access, misuse, modification, or denial of a computer network and network-accessible resources Real-Time Reporting Active reporting of data and metrics AI Copilot A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users Reporting/Analytics View and track pertinent metrics to find patterns and gain insights from data Authentication Verify the identity of users/devices to enable secure access Financial Data Protection Anti Virus Prevents, detects and removes malware Secure Data Storage Securely stores data to prevent data loss or breaches Virus Definition Update Activity Dashboard Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities VPN Extend virtual private network over public networks to enable protected information exchange Audit Trail A record of all activities within the system, including user access, changes made, etc. Anti Spam Techniques to prevent and filter unwanted or unsolicited email spam from reaching a user's inbox Access Controls/Permissions Define levels of authorization for access to specific files or systems Data Visualization Graphical representation of data Alerts/Escalation System alerts about the need to escalate an issue or request Data Security Protect sensitive data for digital privacy Real-Time Analytics Analyze and gain insights into data in real-time Collaboration Tools Provides a channel for team members to share media files, communicate, and work together Secure Login At least a username and password is required to access the system AI/Machine Learning Software program that continuously adjusts its behavior based on observed data Single Sign On Allow users to access multiple services after entering their login credentials once Behavioral Analytics Track and analyse user behavior within a system or network Prioritization Arrange tasks based on the level of priority or urgency Reporting & Statistics Collection, analysis, and representation of numerical data and generation of reports to understand various patterns IOC Verification Monitoring Observe and track the demand, usage, progress or quality of a system, product, or user Two-Factor Authentication Extra layer of security that requires not only a password and username but also something specific to that user Server Monitoring Continuously scan servers on a designated network to monitor health and search for any irregularities or failures Vulnerability Scanning Discover patch statuses and vulnerabilities Activity Tracking Track and document all activities across devices, networks, and other systems Event Logs A chronological record of actions or occurrences within a network, software, or process Risk Assessment Initiate collection and analysis of known risks Real-Time Notifications Notifications that are delivered to users as soon as an event occurs Real-Time Monitoring Active monitoring of systems, applications, or networks Whitelisting/Blacklisting Control system access and/or deliverability for applications and email addresses Activity Monitoring Track and report on everything that happens within the system or network Alerts/Notifications Alerts or notifications of various types such as pop-up messages, sounds, banners, or badges Risk Alerts Notifying as a warning or reminder of a potential or imminent hazard Behavior Tracking Track visitors'/audience's responses across web pages and other optimized content Tokenization Convert sensitive data into unique identification symbols (Tokens) that retain all essential information Web Traffic Reporting Collect and analyze traffic data about website visitors Generative AI 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