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Identifying Unknown Vulnerabilities:Network runtime security is beneficial because it can identify unknown vulnerabilities that are not listed in known CVE lists. This type of security focuses on monitoring the behavior of applications and containers in real-time, which helps detect anomalies and potential threats that static analysis might miss.Palo Alto Networks Runtime Security Guide

Allow-list Security Model:Prisma Cloud Compute provides runtime security by automatically creating an allow-list security model for each container and service. This model ensures that only expected and authorized behaviors are allowed, effectively preventing unauthorized activities.Prisma Cloud Compute Runtime Security

Address Group:Address groups in Palo Alto Networks firewalls allow for the grouping of multiple addresses or address objects. This capability enables the sharing of cloud-learned tags with on-premises firewalls, facilitating the consistent application of security policies across hybrid cloud environments.Palo Alto Networks Address Objects Documentation

Registering an Authorization Code:An orchestration system can automate the registration of authorization codes, which is a critical step in licensing the VM-Series firewall. This process involves submitting the code to Palo Alto Networks to activate the license.Palo Alto Networks VM-Series Licensing GuideDownloading a Content Update:Orchestration systems can also automate the downloading of content updates, which include the latest threat intelligence and security updates. This ensures the firewall remains up-to-date with the latest security information.Palo Alto Networks Content Updates

In Cisco ACI, traffic is directed to a Palo Alto Networks firewall by creating contracts between endpoint groups (EPGs) that send traffic to the firewall. These contracts define the policy for communication between EPGs, ensuring that traffic is inspected and secured by the firewall before reaching its destination.Cisco ACI and Palo Alto Networks Integration Guide: Contracts and PoliciesCisco ACI Fundamentals: ACI Contracts

Dynamic Address Groups in PAN-OS allow for automated updates to address objects when VM-Series firewalls are set up as part of an NSX deployment. These address groups can dynamically include members based on criteria such as tags, enabling automated and flexible security policies that adjust to changes in the virtual environment.Palo Alto Networks Dynamic Address Groups: Dynamic Address GroupsNSX and VM-Series Integration: NSX Integration Guide

Security Profiles:Security profiles in Palo Alto Networks firewalls are used to scan for threats in allowed traffic. These profiles include features such as Antivirus, Anti-Spyware, Vulnerability Protection, URL Filtering, and others that inspect traffic and detect potential threats.Palo Alto Networks Security Profiles

Transit Gateway and Security VPC:Using a transit gateway in conjunction with a Security VPC is a recommended design for outbound high availability (HA) in AWS. This configuration ensures that traffic can be routed efficiently and securely through the VMSeries firewalls deployed in the Security VPC.Palo Alto Networks AWS Design GuideTransit VPC and Security VPC:Another recommended approach is to use a Transit VPC along with a Security VPC. The Transit VPC provides a centralized routing hub, while the Security VPC hosts the VM-Series firewalls to inspect and secure outbound traffic.Palo Alto Networks AWS Transit VPC Guide

Within a Cisco ACI architecture, Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFWs) are deployed using service graphs. Service graphs in Cisco ACI define the sequence of network services that traffic must pass through. By configuring service graphs, administrators can seamlessly integrate Palo Alto Networks firewalls into the fabric to inspect and secure traffic flows.Palo Alto Networks and Cisco ACI Integration Guide: Service Graphs IntegrationCisco ACI Service Graph Documentation: Service Graphs

Prospects interested in Palo Alto Networks virtualized next-generation firewalls (NGFWs) can achieve improved return on investment (ROI) through the following factors:Reduced operational expenditures: Virtualized NGFWs reduce the need for physical hardware, lowering the costs associated with purchasing, maintaining, and managing hardware appliances. This also includes savings on power, cooling, and physical space requirements.Reduced time to deploy: Virtual NGFWs can be quickly deployed in various environments, such as public clouds or virtualized data centers, compared to the time-consuming process of installing physical hardware. This agility allows organizations to respond faster to security needs and market demands.