Glossary
Network Access Control (NAC)
NAC is like a bouncer checking IDs and dress codes before letting devices onto your network - no unauthorized or unhealthy devices allowed.
What is Network Access Control (NAC)?
Security solution that controls device access to networks based on identity, compliance status, and security posture.
Why Should You Care?
Unmanaged and non-compliant devices introduce risk. NAC ensures only authorized, healthy devices can access network resources.
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Real-World Example
A device without updated antivirus is quarantined to a remediation VLAN until it meets security requirements.
How to Protect Against Network Access Control (NAC)
- 1.
Deploy NAC solution across network segments
- 2.
Define device compliance policies
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