Palo Alto Networks

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Overview

Palo Alto Networks is a leader in cybersecurity protection and software for modern enterprises, offering AI-powered platforms for network security, security operations, and cloud security. The company provides integrated, intelligent security solutions powered by Precision AI to detect, prevent, and respond to sophisticated threats across networks, clouds, and endpoints.

Features

57 features across 25 categories

AI Security(2)

Prisma AIRSAIPremium

AI-powered platform for securing AI transformation and deployment across the organization

Secure AI by DesignAIPremium

Framework for securing AI ecosystems, applications, agents, models and data at every step

AI/ML(1)

Precision AIAIPremium

AI-powered services leveraging unified data and artificial intelligence to keep security infrastructure secure and enable threat prevention

Access Security(3)

GlobalProtectPremium

Secure remote access solution for employees connecting from any location

Prisma AccessPremium

Cloud-delivered security service providing secure remote access for distributed workforces

Prisma Access AgentPremium

Next-generation access agent providing secure connections across SASE and NGFW deployments

Automation(1)

Cortex XSOARAIPremium

Security Orchestration, Automation and Response platform for automating security workflows

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Cloud Security(10)

90% Risk Reduction with Shift LeftAIPremium

Cloud security capabilities providing 90% risk reduction through shift-left security practices

Cloud Application SecurityAIPremium

Secures applications deployed in cloud environments with real-time threat prevention

Cloud NGFWAIPremium

Best-in-class network security offered as a single easy-to-use cloud service for AWS and other cloud platforms

Cloud NGFW for AWSAIPremium

Best-in-class network security purpose-built for AWS deployments, managed by Palo Alto Networks and procured via AWS Marketplace

Cloud Posture SecurityPremium

Identifies and remediates cloud configuration risks and compliance violations

Cloud Runtime SecurityAIPremium

Protects cloud workloads and containers from threats during runtime execution

CN-Series Container FirewallsAIPremium

Cloud-native firewall protecting Kubernetes containers and inbound/outbound/east-west traffic between container trust zones

Prisma CloudAIPremium

Cloud-native application protection platform (CNAPP) with cloud posture management and runtime security

SaaS SecurityAIPremium

Cloud-delivered security for SaaS applications protecting against threats and data loss

VM-Series Virtual FirewallsAIPremium

Virtual firewalls for cloud and virtualized environments providing network security with speed and versatility

Data Security(1)

Enterprise Data Loss PreventionAIPremium

DLP solution preventing sensitive data exfiltration across networks, cloud and endpoints

Endpoint Security(1)

Endpoint ScanningAIPremium

Scans 480 billion endpoints daily for security threats and vulnerabilities

Healthcare(1)

Medical IoT SecurityAIPremium

Specialized security for medical IoT devices in healthcare environments

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Incident Response(1)

Unit 42 Incident ResponsePremium

24/7/365 elite incident response services handling 1000+ incident response engagements per year

IoT Security(2)

Enterprise IoT SecurityAIPremium

Secures IoT devices with ML-powered device profiling and threat prevention

ML-Powered IoT Device ProfilingAIPremium

Quickly and accurately profiles IoT devices revealing type, vendor, model, firmware and usage validation

Managed Services(2)

Managed Detection & ResponseAIPremium

Managed security service detecting, investigating and responding to threats across enterprise and cloud

Managed XSIAMAIPremium

Managed security information and event management service automating threat detection and response

Management(2)

Panorama ManagementPremium

Centralized management platform for managing multiple firewalls and security devices

Strata Cloud ManagerAIPremium

AI assistant for network security powered by Precision AI, simplifying everything with automated management

Network Optimization(1)

Application AccelerationPremium

Optimizes application performance and delivery for remote workers and distributed networks

Network Security(9)

Advanced DNS SecurityPremium

Cloud-delivered DNS security preventing malware infections and data exfiltration through DNS

Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW)AIPremium

Advanced firewalls with ML-powered threat detection and deep learning capabilities for network protection

PA-1400 SeriesAIPremium

Firewall protecting large branch locations and small enterprise campuses with Power over Ethernet support

PA-400 SeriesAIPremium

Firewall securing distributed enterprises with simplified security for thousands of branch offices

PA-5450 SeriesAIPremium

High-performance firewall for defending high-speed data centers and large campuses against zero-day and known attacks

PA-Series Hardware FirewallsAIPremium

Flagship hardware firewalls with ML-powered threat prevention for enterprises of all sizes

Prisma SASEAIPremium

Secure Access Service Edge platform combining network and security services for remote workers

Prisma SD-WANPremium

Software-defined WAN solution for optimizing network performance and security

Strata Network Security PlatformAIPremium

AI-powered platform securing everyone and everything from the latest threats in every location, built for Zero Trust with proactive threat monitoring, analysis and prevention in real time

OT Security(1)

Industrial OT SecurityPremium

Protects operational technology and industrial control systems from cyber threats

Operations(2)

AIOps for Firewall HealthAIPremium

Uses AIOps to predict firewall health and deliver high ROI by avoiding costly outages

Autonomous Digital Experience ManagementAIPremium

Manages and optimizes digital user experience with autonomous monitoring and remediation

Platform(1)

PAN-OS 12.1 ORIONAIPremium

Quantum-safe, AI-driven operating system enabling fearless innovation across clouds

Professional Services(1)

Proactive AssessmentsPremium

Expert security assessments identifying vulnerabilities and recommending security improvements

Risk Management(1)

Cortex XpansePremium

Attack surface management solution for identifying and remediating security risks across the attack surface

Security Architecture(1)

Zero Trust ArchitectureAIPremium

Framework and capabilities for implementing Zero Trust security across networks and organizations

Security Operations(3)

25x Alert and Workflow ReductionAIPremium

Reduces security alerts and remediation workflows by 25x using AI and automation

Cortex XSIAMAIPremium

AI-driven Security Information and Event Management platform for threat detection and response

MTTR ReductionPremium

90% reduction in Mean Time To Response enabling faster incident response and recovery

Threat Detection(2)

Cortex XDRAIPremium

Extended Detection and Response platform enabling better, faster security across endpoints and cloud

Deep Learning Threat DetectionAIPremium

Inline deep learning analyzing data in human-like patterns to find and stop evasive zero-day attacks

Threat Intelligence(1)

Unit 42 Threat IntelligenceAIPremium

World-renowned threat research and intelligence services analyzing 30 million malware samples daily

Threat Prevention(6)

Advanced Threat PreventionAIPremium

Cloud-delivered security service preventing advanced and zero-day threats with signature-less detection

Advanced WildFireAIPremium

Cloud-based malware analysis and prevention service detecting and blocking unknown malware

Inline Attack PreventionAIPremium

Blocks up to 30.9 billion inline attacks per day using advanced threat prevention

Prisma BrowserPremium

Remote browser isolation solution protecting against web-based threats

Remote Browser IsolationPremium

Isolates web browsing in a remote container protecting against web-based malware

Zero-Delay SignaturesPremium

Provides signature updates in seconds across internet-connected NGFWs ensuring first user sees threat

Web Security(1)

Advanced URL FilteringPremium

Cloud-delivered service filtering malicious URLs and controlling web access with real-time threat intelligence

Cost Calculator

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Build vs Buy

Should you build a Palo Alto Networks alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 57 features.

Buy Palo Alto Networks

Better Value
Monthly costContact Sales
3-year totalVaries
Time to deployDays

Build Your Own

Development cost$48,000
Maintenance$720/mo
3-year total$73,920
Dev time~4 months

Buying Palo Alto Networks saves ~$73,920 over 3 years vs building.

Estimates based on 57 features and a BuildScore of 4/5. Actual costs vary.

Integrations

3 known integrations

700+ Partner IntegrationsAWSKubernetes