As enterprises embrace digital transformation, the fusion of AI and XaaS is emerging as a breakthrough strategy in cybersecurity. Sangfor Technologies continues to lead this revolution, with its Network Secure Next Generation Firewall , Internet Access Gateway (IAG) , and SSL VPN solutions ranking at the top of China’s security hardware market, according to IDC’s Q4 2024 China Security Hardware Market Tracker Report.
Sangfor Tops the Charts: Market Leadership Recognized
According to IDC's latest data:
- Sangfor SSL VPN secured the #1 position with a 21.39% market share.
- Sangfor IAG Secure Web Gateway also took the top spot with a 20.01% share.
- The AI + SASE-empowered Network Secure claimed the #2 position with a 20.34% share.
These milestones reflect consistent leadership:
- SSL VPN: #1 in China since 2008—17 consecutive years.
- IAG: Dominating since 2009—16 consecutive years.
- Network Secure Next Generation Firewall: Among the top 2 in China’s UTM market since 2016—9 consecutive years.
AI + XaaS: The New Security Paradigm
With generative AI reshaping industries and cloud adoption becoming vital for scalable growth, Sangfor sees the convergence of AI and XaaS as the future of cybersecurity.
This innovative approach features:
- Hybrid deployment: Integrates on-premises hardware (Network Secure, IAG, aTrust) with cloud-native services ( Security GPT , MDR , and SASE ).
- Flexible, on-demand scaling: Customers can expand capabilities as needed, gaining both security performance guarantees and ease of operation.
Network Secure: Cloud-enabled Speed & Security
The Sangfor Network Secure next-generation firewall, enhanced by AI and SASE, redefines perimeter security:
Key Features:
- Cloud-Native Architecture: Connects to the nearest PoP (Point of Presence) to access real-time AI analytics, threat intelligence, and expert insights.
- Intelligent Threat Response:
- Detects and blocks new threats in 100 milliseconds using billions of cloud-based threat signatures.
- Employs AI to identify phishing URLs and suspicious communications, updating the network in under 5 minutes.
- Proactive Security Services:
- 24/7 monitoring by cloud-based AI + human analysts ensures timely incident resolution.
- Promises outcome-driven support, not just alerts.
- Modular Security Capabilities:
- Offers subscription-based access to features like Cross-Border Traffic Acceleration, SD-WAN , and Zero Trust Access .
- Eliminates the traditional "device-stacking" model with streamlined, scalable protection.
For SMBs, a single Network Secure device delivers secure internet access and remote work, business protection, and branch networking—with continuous AI-driven enhancements.
SSL VPN Evolves into Zero Trust Access
With remote access now a permanent fixture of business operations, Sangfor has evolved its SSL VPN solutions:
Advancements:
- Transition to Zero Trust Guard (ZTNA service of Sangfor SASE) and aTrust (SSL VPN + ZTNA), built on over a decade of access security expertise.
- Legacy SSL VPN users can upgrade to Zero Trust Guard or aTrust, instantly improving remote access security.
- Unified design simplifies operations:
- One centralized management platform + one all-in-one endpoint agent.
- Supports Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Secure Web Gateway (SWG), and Cross-Border Traffic Acceleration.
- Delivers seamless protection across all work locations—office, home, or on the go.
IAG: The Cutting-Edge Platform for Internet Behavior Management
The Sangfor IAG solution continues to evolve with the changing demands of digital workplaces:
Comprehensive Protection:
- Combines internet behavior control, endpoint protection, and data loss prevention.
- Addresses security threats from remote and mobile work environments.
Extended Cloud Capabilities:
- XDLP: Monitors and tracks sensitive file transfers at the endpoint level.
- SWG: Maintains consistent policy enforcement for online activities—even when users and devices are not connected to the network.
- Provides centralized analytics to visualize behavior and detect anomalies before they escalate.
Together, IAG + XDLP form a robust platform to secure every digital interaction across users, networks, and endpoints.
Sangfor’s Vision: Future-Ready Cybersecurity
Sangfor continues to invest in AI and XaaS to stay ahead of evolving threats. Its goal: deliver unmatched protection, agility, and simplicity for businesses of all sizes.
Conclusion
As cyber threats grow more complex and business needs evolve, Sangfor’s “AI + XaaS” strategy positions it at the forefront of enterprise security innovation. With cutting-edge tools like Network Secure, IAG, and SSL VPN, businesses can stay one step ahead in their security journey—smarter, faster, and more secure than ever before.
