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Overview

The Fortinet secure access service edge (SASE) solution enables secure access to the web, cloud, and applications for the hybrid workforce, while simplifying operations. It combines software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN) with FortiSASE cloud-delivered security service edge (SSE) to extend the convergence of networking and security from the network edge to remote users. 

Secure Access to Any Application With SASE

Fortinet SASE provides secure internet access, secure corporate access, and secure SaaS access for comprehensive security in a single solution. Secure web gateway (SWG), zero-trust network access (ZTNA), cloud access security broker (CASB), Firewall-as-a-Service (FWaaS), secure SD-WAN, and end-to-end digital experience monitoring (DEM) all run on one OS with one agent, and can be managed with a single console.

Powerful and Flexible Security Enforcement

Our unique secure networking strategy is driven by a single operating system (FortiOS) and enhanced with FortiGuard AI-Powered Security Services. Our innovative approach weaves security and networking functionality into a single, integrated system to deliver consistent security and user experience to any user in any location. FortiSASE enables organizations to secure access to the web, cloud, and applications with enterprise-grade cybersecurity, a unified agent, and superior user experience.

Comprehensive Control, Visibility, and Analytics

Our intuitive user interface includes unified network and security visibility and is easy to configure. You can instantly see endpoints, users, point-of-presence graphical information, and threat analytics. Also, FortiAnalyzer, in conjunction with FortiSASE, provides centralized logging and response capabilities for networking and security across the entire organization. This enables organizations to understand their network and security events, facilitating effective incident response and mitigation.

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Thin Edge Security, a Unique Capability

FortiSASE includes expanded integrations with the Fortinet WLAN/LAN and FortiExtender portfolios to support organizations securing thin edge locations and related devices. Our access points and extenders intelligently offload traffic to a SASE location for comprehensive security inspection at scale, for all devices. You can take a new approach to cloud-based security by extending enterprise-grade protection to thin edge locations without additional appliances, agents, or services. 

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Features and Benefits

Unified FortiClient Agent

Both secure access and endpoint protection with a single, unified agent

Full visibility/easy management

Single management console with DEM for simple and efficient operations

Consistent security everywhere

Consistent protection for on-prem & remote users to reduce gaps and configuration overhead

Shadow IT Prevention

SaaS application monitoring, risk assessment, and policy enforcement with dual-mode CASB

Global coverage and scalability

High-performance and scalable cloud network with 100+ locations globally

Authentication and control

Consistent application access control in all locations with Universal ZTNA

FortiSASE Use Cases

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Secure Internet Access
Cloud-based firewall and secure proxy to enable anytime, anywhere security when browsing the web
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Secure Private Access
Flexible and granular secure connectivity to corporate applications with integration of Fortinet Secure SD-WAN and ZTNA solution
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Secure SaaS Access
Granular control over secure access to SaaS applications with inline and API-based cloud security broker (CASB)

   

Analyst Recognition

2024 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Single-Vendor SASE
2024 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Security Service Edge
The Forrester Wave™: Zero Trust Edge Solutions, Q3 2023
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Fortinet Named a Challenger in the 2024 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Single-Vendor SASE
Fortinet delivers unified management using a single console while delivering seamless integration of SD-WAN and cloud-delivered AI-powered security to secure the hybrid workforce.
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2024 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Security Service Edge Figure 1. The figure ranks companies on their ability to execute and completeness of vision as of February 2024 on a scatter plot. Fortinet is in the upper left quadrant of Challengers.
Fortinet Named a Challenger in Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Security Service Edge (SSE)
Recognized in Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ reports for Enterprise WWLAN, Single-Vendor SASE and now SSE, we believe this highlights the pivotal role Fortinet plays in shaping network and security landscapes.
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The Forrester Wave™: Zero Trust Edge Solutions, Q3 2023. The figure ranks companies based on the strength of their offering and their strategy on a scatter plot, with 10 providers being categorized into four waves: challengers, contenders, strong performers, and leaders. Fortinet is in the leader category.
Fortinet Named a Leader in The Forrester Wave™: Zero Trust Edge Solutions, Q3 2023
FortiSASE delivers industry-leading value, securing users on and off the network with a unified end-user agent that provides both endpoint security and Zero Trust Edge innovations.
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FortiGuard AI-Powered Security Services

FortiGuard Labs, Fortinet’s cybersecurity threat intelligence and research organization is comprised of experienced threat hunters, researchers, analysts, engineers, and data scientists. This elite team develops and enhances FortiGuard AI-powered Security Services including inline malware prevention, IPS, and DLP. FortiGuard Labs also provides valuable expert help through FortiGuard Expert-driven Security Services. Learn more about FortiGuard AI-powered Security Bundles for FortiGate.

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FortiGuard Antivirus Service
FortiGuard Antivirus Service

Protects against the latest polymorphic attacks, viruses, malware (including ransomware), and other threats.

FortiGuard Data Loss Prevention Service
FortiGuard Data Loss Prevention Service

Enterprise DLP services protect against data breaches, insider threats, and data exfiltration. Explore FortiGuard DLP Service to safeguard sensitive information and ensure compliance with over 500 data patterns.

FortiGuard AntiSpam Service
FortiGuard AntiSpam Service

Dramatically reduces spam at the perimeter through a multi-layered approach to filtering unwanted and malicious email.

FortiGuard Application Control Service
FortiGuard Application Control Service

Allows the creation of policies to allow, deny, or restrict access to applications and keep malicious, risky, and unwanted applications out of the network.

FortiGuard Attack Surface Security Service
FortiGuard Attack Surface Security Service

Assesses and rates your Security Fabric infrastructure and controls against best practices and major security and compliance frameworks. Includes coverage for connected IoT devices.

FortiGuard CASB Service
FortiGuard CASB Service

Provides a dual-mode (inline and API-based) cloud access security broker (CASB) solution for securing applications, monitoring their usage, and safeguarding related data.

FortiGuard DNS Security Service
FortiGuard DNS Security Service

Provides full visibility into DNS traffic while blocking high-risk domains including malicious newly registered domains (NRDs) and parked domains.

FortiGuard IPS Service
FortiGuard IPS Service

Utilizes the latest threat intelligence to perform deep packet inspection/SSL inspection of network traffic to detect and block malicious traffic and activities.

FortiGuard OT Security Service
FortiGuard OT Security Service

Extends IPS protections to identify and police most of the common ICS/OT/SCADA protocols to detect and block exploits targeting OT vulnerabilities.

FortiGuard AI-based Inline Malware Prevention Service
FortiGuard AI-based Inline Malware Prevention Service

Performs AI-powered real-time inspection of files for protection against unknown threats, zero-days, and sophisticated file-based attacks.

FortiGuard URL Filtering Service
FortiGuard URL Filtering Service

Uses AI-powered behavior analysis and correlation to block unknown malicious URLs almost immediately, with near-zero false negatives.

FortiGuard Anti-botnet and C2 Service
FortiGuard Anti-botnet and C2 Service

Blocks unauthorized attempts to communicate with compromised remote servers for both receiving malicious commands and extracting information.

Case Studies

ZEMA
ZEMA
Canadian Data Management Company Achieves High Availability and Security with FortiSASE and Fortinet Cloud Consulting Services
Sandy Alexander
Sandy Alexander
Fortinet Gives Marketing Firm Maximum Protection While Requiring Minimum Staff Time
Upper Grand District School Board
Upper Grand District School Board
Canadian School District Enhances Remote User Security and Drives Operational Efficiencies with FortiSASE
Wellington Catholic District School Board
Wellington Catholic District School Board
Canadian School District Enhances Remote User Security and Drives Operational Efficiencies with FortiSASE

Gartner® Peer Insights™ Reviews

At Fortinet, we strive to put our customers first, and we’re proud to have been named a 2023 Gartner® Peer Insights™ Customers’ Choice for Security Service Edge (SSE). This distinction is based on 84 reviews of our SSE solution. In addition to giving Fortinet high ratings, 96% of reviewers are willing to recommend* the solution. Download the report.
*based on 84 reviews as of 31 July 2023.

Gartner Peer Insights Customers’ Choice 2023

Thin Edge Devices

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MODEL FUNCTION DATA SHEET
FAP-231F

Wi-Fi Access

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FAP-431F

Wi-Fi Access

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MODEL FUNCTION DATA SHEET
FEX-200F

Lite Ethernet

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FortiCare Support & Professional Services

Fortinet is dedicated to helping our customers succeed, and every year FortiCare services help thousands of organizations get the most from their investments in Fortinet's products and services. To achieve this, FortiCare follows the life-cycle approach and provides unique services to help our customers in their success journeys. For ease of purchasing, FortiSASE includes FortiCare Premium services.

Technical Support Services

Technical Support Services

Various per-device options are available for efficient operations. FortiCare Elite option provides a 15-minute response time for critical products.

Resources

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White Papers
Secure the Hybrid Workforce with Fortinet Unified SASE
Secure the Hybrid Workforce with Fortinet Unified SASE »

Fortinet Unified SASE addresses all work from anywhere security challenges with a comprehensive, single-vendor SASE solution.

Secure Access from Small Office Locations with FortiSASE for Thin Edge
Secure Access from Small Office Locations with FortiSASE for Thin Edge »

Fortinet provides a unique, cost-effective solution for cloud-delivered security and management of all thin edge locations.

3 Reasons Why MSSPs Should Leverage FortiSASE
3 Reasons Why MSSPs Should Leverage FortiSASE »

Fortinet enables our managed security service provider (MSSP) partners to create new revenue streams and deliver a differentiated managed service that offers multitenancy, centralized management, detailed analytics, comprehensive automation, and orchestration support.

Get Complete Protection with Fortinet Small and Midsize Business Security Solutions
Get Complete Protection with Fortinet Small and Midsize Business Security Solutions »

Using our single-vendor approach to cybersecurity, Fortinet Small and Midsize Business Security Solutions provides SMBs complete protection while maximizing simplicity.

Secure SaaS Access with Comprehensive Visibility and Control
Secure SaaS Access with Comprehensive Visibility and Control »

FortiSASE enables three key use cases: 1. Secure internet access: Securing all user traffic to and from the internet. 2. Secure private access: Secure and reliable access to privately hosted applications. 3. Secure SaaS access: Comprehensive visibility and control for SaaS applications

Securing Corporate Application Access for the Hybrid Workforce
Securing Corporate Application Access for the Hybrid Workforce »

Seamless cloud-delivered security and superior user experience for corporate apps

FortiSASE: Securing Internet Access for Remote Users
FortiSASE: Securing Internet Access for Remote Users »

FortiSASE empowers organizations to enable secure access to the web, cloud, and applications anywhere while delivering enterprise-grade security and superior user experience.

Bank Consolidates Network and Security Capabilities through Seamless Integration of Fortinet Secure SD-WAN and FortiSASE Cloud-Delivered Security
Bank Consolidates Network and Security Capabilities through Seamless Integration of Fortinet Secure SD-WAN and FortiSASE Cloud-Delivered Security »

See how a bank is reinventing its digital and customer experiences while empowering its workers to access private applications securely and efficiently with Fortinet.

Critical Cloud-Delivered Security Services for SASE
Critical Cloud-Delivered Security Services for SASE »

SASE = SD-WAN + SSE is common knowledge in the security industry, but there’s still confusion about how all these elements work together. Let’s break it down.

Fortinet Single-Vendor SASE Recognition
Fortinet Single-Vendor SASE Recognition »

Fortinet single-vendor SASE delivers unified management using a single console and has recently been recognized in two reports. Learn more.

Best Practices for Building a Single-Vendor SASE Solution
Best Practices for Building a Single-Vendor SASE Solution »

Building a single-vendor SASE solution doesn’t have to be complicated. Use these best practices to build an offering that improves security, user experience, and business outcomes.

Regional U.S. Credit Union Overhauls its Network and Security Architecture Through FortiSASE
Regional U.S. Credit Union Overhauls its Network and Security Architecture Through FortiSASE »

Learn how Fortinet helped this regional U.S. credit union achieve enhanced visibility and integration at a lower cost centered on FortiSASE.

Software Company Consolidates Networking and Security with Fortinet
Software Company Consolidates Networking and Security with Fortinet »

Learn how Fortinet helped this software company build a more cost-effective approach while also reducing the overall complexity of its networking environment.

Global Healthcare Organization Enhances Security of Remote Working with FortiSASE
Global Healthcare Organization Enhances Security of Remote Working with FortiSASE »

For global healthcare organizations that operate scores of clinics in multiple countries worldwide, cybersecurity has always been a top priority. And if protecting multisite environments against increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks is not difficult enough, the rise of hybrid and remote working in recent years means that the security perimeter is now more distributed than ever. Protecting the enterprise means securing access to corporate data centers from almost anywhere.

Configuring a FortiAP for use with FortiSASE
Configuring a FortiAP for use with FortiSASE »

This video will show how you can configure a FortiAP to be managed by FortiSASE as part of Fortinet’s promotion to offer free FortiSASE access in 2024 for new purchases of a FortiAP 431F. It also shows how to set up your wireless network from within FortiSASE.

Getting Your Promotional SASE Account Ready
Getting Your Promotional SASE Account Ready »

This video will show how you can redeem access to FortiSASE for free as part of Fortinet’s promotion to offer free FortiSASE access in 2024 for new purchases of a FortiAP 431F.

SASE Microbranch: Integrating FortiAP with FortiSASE
SASE Microbranch: Integrating FortiAP with FortiSASE »

Fortinet's FortiSASE includes expanded integrations with FortiAP Wi-Fi Access Points to further support organizations securing microbranches and related devices. FortiAP Wi-Fi Access Points intelligently offload traffic from microbranches to a SASE point of presence (POP) for comprehensive security inspection at scale for all devices, with or without an agent. This integration also means FortiAP Wi-Fi Access Points can be managed by the same simple, cloud-based management console customers already use for FortiSASE.

FortiSASE Micro-Branch with FortiAP
FortiSASE Micro-Branch with FortiAP »

FortiSASE includes expanded integrations with the Fortinet WLAN/LAN and FortiExtender portfolios to support organizations securing microbranches and related devices. Watch this video for a demonstration of onboarding a micro-branch to FortiSASE using FortiAP.

Extending Security to Microbranches with Fortinet Universal SASE
Extending Security to Microbranches with Fortinet Universal SASE »

Fortinet's FortiSASE includes expanded integrations within FortiExtender remote Ethernet gateways to further support organizations securing microbranches and related devices. FortiExtender remote Ethernet gateways intelligently offload traffic from microbranches to a SASE point of presence (POP) for comprehensive security inspection at scale for all devices, including IoT and OT devices. This integration also means FortiExtender remote ethernet gateways can be managed by the same simple, cloud-based management console customers already use for FortiSASE.

Extending Security to Microbranches with Fortinet Universal SASE
Extending Security to Microbranches with Fortinet Universal SASE »

Fortinet's FortiSASE includes expanded integrations within FortiExtender remote Ethernet gateways to further support organizations securing microbranches and related devices. FortiExtender remote Ethernet gateways intelligently offload traffic from microbranches to a SASE point of presence (POP) for comprehensive security inspection at scale for all devices, including IoT and OT devices. This integration also means FortiExtender remote ethernet gateways can be managed by the same simple, cloud-based management console customers already use for FortiSASE.

SD-WAN Based Traffic Steering at FortiSASE PoP
SD-WAN Based Traffic Steering at FortiSASE PoP »

In this demo, we dive into FortiSASE cloud-native Secure Private Access use cases based on SD-WAN. Watch to learn how an integrated Fortinet Secure SD-WAN and ZTNA solution enables flexible and granular secure connectivity to corporate applications.

Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) News

Gartner, Magic Quadrant for Security Service Edge, Charlie Winckless, Thomas Lintemuth, Dale Koeppen, Published 15 April 2024
Gartner, Voice of the Customer for Security Service Edge, Peer Contributors, 29 September 2023
Gartner, Magic Quadrant for Single-Vendor SASE, Andrew Lerner, Jonathan Forest, Neil MacDonald, Charlie Winckless, 3 July 2024.

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