Glossary
Network Proxy
A proxy is a middleman for network connections - traffic goes through it so it can be inspected and controlled.
What is Network Proxy?
Intermediary server that handles requests between clients and servers, enabling security inspection and control.
Why Should You Care?
Proxies enable centralized security enforcement, logging, and content filtering for network traffic.
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Real-World Example
A web proxy logs all URLs visited and blocks access to categories like gambling and malware.
How to Protect Against Network Proxy
- 1.
Route web traffic through security proxy
- 2.
Enable logging and SSL inspection
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