EfficientIP Network Automation & Security
Simplify DNS, DHCP, and IP Address Management while protecting your network from the ground up.
Why DNS Security Matters
EfficientIP is a leading provider of network security, automation, and DDI (DNS-DHCP-IPAM) solutions. Designed to streamline IT operations and defend against DNS-based threats, EfficientIP’s products help enterprises deliver secure, high-performance services across on-prem, cloud, and hybrid environments.
DNS is the backbone of every network, which has made it a growing target for cyber attacks. These attacks can range from phishing redirection to DNS tunnelling, allowing attackers to exploit weaknesses in DNS to bypass traditional perimeter defences. EfficientIP protects against these threats with DNS security embedded at the core, ensuring attacks are detected and blocked before they impact users or systems.
| Solution | Key Features | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| SOLIDserver DDI | Centralised management of DNS, DHCP, and IPAM | Unified control of IP resources, reduced admin workload, improved visibility |
| DNS Guardian | DNS traffic inspection, anomaly detection, zero-day protection | Proactive threat mitigation, prevention of data exfiltration via DNS |
| Cloud Observer | Native integration with AWS, Azure, GCP | Centralised visibility across hybrid environments |
| Edge DNS GSLB | Optimise application delivery performance from the edge | Solving multi-site challenges related to app availability, management complexity and poor UX |
Network Automation with EfficientIP
EfficientIP’s automation capabilities simplify network management by removing manual, error-prone processes. With policy-driven workflows, IT teams can:
- Automatically provision and configure network services
- Apply security policies consistently across all sites
- Scale operations without increasing staff workload
- Ensure compliance through auditable change records
- Automate network discovery and asset inventory.
Security from the Core to the Edge
EfficientIP delivers protection at the DNS layer, which is where it matters most. This is the foundation of every network connection. By securing this critical service from the core data centre to the furthest edge location, EfficientIP ensures threats are identified and stopped before they can spread. By securing the DNS layer, EfficientIP prevents attacks that can evade firewalls, intrusion prevention systems, and endpoint protection.
Efficient IP’ is integrated with automation and visibility tools, meaning that every network location benefits from real-time threat detection, policy enforcement, and unified management. This ensures visibility across the entire estate EfficientIP protects and manages your IP infrastructure. It includes built-in DNS threat intelligence, behavioural analytics, and anomaly detection safeguard against phishing, DDoS, and data exfiltration attempts.
Use Cases
Detect and block attacks before signatures exist
Deploy network services and new applications in minutes, not days
Ensure consistent IP addressing, visibility and security across multiple clouds
Meet regulatory requirements with full visibility of IP resource changes
Why Choose EfficientIP?
Proactive Threat Prevention
- Detects and blocks DNS-based attacks before they impact operations.
- Stops zero-day threats without relying solely on signature updates
Faster, Error-Free Network Changes
- Automates provisioning of DNS, DHCP, and IP address assignments.
- Reduces human error and speeds up rollouts for new services or branches.
Unified Visibility & Control
- Central dashboard for all DNS, DHCP, and IPAM resources.
- Full audit trails for compliance and troubleshooting.
- Multi-vendor management capabilities allowing integration with most tools
Cloud-Ready Architecture
- Easy integration with AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud through APIs.
- Ensures consistent policies and configurations across hybrid or multi-cloud networks.
Lower Operational Costs
- Streamlined workflows free up IT staff for higher-value tasks.
- Fewer outages and misconfigurations mean less downtime and reduced remediation expenses.
Scalability for Growth
- Easily adapts to new locations, users, and services without major infrastructure overhauls.
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