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Prisma SASE Overview [Prisma SASE Overview](#prisma-sase)[Core Network Security](#prisma-access/challenges)[SD-WAN](#prisma-sd-wan/benefits)[Secure Browser](#prisma-access-browser/challenges)[Data Security](#data-ai-security/overview)[User Experience](#adem-app-acceleration/overview) [Core Network Security](#prisma-access/challenges)[SD-WAN](#prisma-sd-wan/benefits)[Secure Browser](#prisma-access-browser/challenges)[Data Security](#data-ai-security/overview)[User Experience](#adem-app-acceleration/overview) ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/data-center.svg)Data Center ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-internet.svg)Internet ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/icon-cloud.svg)Cloud ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-saas.svg)SaaS 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Prisma SASE Components [![prisma access](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/logo-prisma-access.svg)](#prisma-access/challenges)[![prisma sd-wan](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/logo-prisma-sd-wan.svg)](#prisma-sd-wan/benefits)[![prisma browser](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/logo-prisma-browser.svg)](#prisma-access-browser/challenges) ### Secure All Use Cases Consistently enforce true zero trust security and reduce the risk of a breach with dynamic and adaptive access control. ### Ensure Operational Resilience and Exceptional User Experience Deliver the best user experience and avoid business disruption with cloud scale resilience for all traffic. ### Simplify Troubleshooting and Policy Management Reduce operational overhead with AI-powered experience and policy management. ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/home.svg)Home ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/office.svg)Office ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/iot.svg)Iot/OT ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/mobile.svg)BYOD ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/branch.svg)Branch ![prisma access logo](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/logo-prisma-access.svg) Empower the future of work with comprehensive, consistent protection for all of your users, devices, applications and data wherever they are. ![malware icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/challenges-malware.svg) ### Sandbox/Malware Analysis Attackers generate new, never-before-seen malware variants that cannot be detected by traditional sandboxing solutions. ![web security icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/challenges-web-security.svg) ### Web Security Attackers create and launch unknown phishing pages at scale, rendering traditional web crawlers ineffective. ![dns security icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/challenges-dns-security.svg) ### DNS Security DNS is an essential internet protocol and carries a significant amount of bi-directional traffic, giving attackers opportunities to hide malicious activity. ![intrusion prevention system ips icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-access/icon-ips.svg) ### Intrusion Prevention System Traditional IPS struggle to stop threats hidden within encrypted traffic, and their signature-based detection methods are inherently slow to adapt to rapidly evolving zero-day exploits. ![saas security icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/challenges-saas-security.svg) ### SaaS Security Legacy security approaches struggle to secure the widespread adoption of SaaS applications and data. They typically lack the comprehensive visibility, precise data classification, and integrated controls necessary for protecting distributed users and devices. ![GenAI Apps Security icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/challenges-apps-security.svg) ### GenAI Apps Security Securing the rapid growth of GenAI applications is challenging. 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[How It Works](#prisma-access/diagram) ![prisma access logo](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/logo-prisma-access.svg) Empower the future of work with comprehensive, consistent protection for all of your users, devices, applications and data wherever they are. ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/ai-access/icon-genai-app.svg)GenAI ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/ai-access/icon-public-cloud.svg)Public Cloud ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-internet.svg)Internet ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-saas.svg)SaaS ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-data.svg)Data Center ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/etc/clientlibs/clean/imgs/icon-strata.svg)**STRATA** Cloud Manager ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/adem/icon-laptop-screen.svg)One Management ![brain icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-access/small-brain.svg)Precision AI ![ai as icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-access/icon-ai-as.svg)![dlp icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-access/icon-dlp.svg)![adv dns icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-access/icon-adv-dns.svg)![adv url icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-access/icon-adv-url.svg)![adv wf icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-access/icon-adv-wf.svg)![saas icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-access/icon-sas.svg)![iot icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-access/icon-iot.svg)![adv tp icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-access/icon-adv-tp.svg) ![app id](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-access/icon-app-id.svg)App-ID ![user id](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-access/icon-user-id.svg)User-ID ![app id mobile](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-access/icon-app-id-alt.svg)Device-ID 1 2 ![user icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/ai-access/diamon-user.svg) 3 ### 1: Continuous Trust Verification Keep your environment secure by continuously validating user and device trust throughout the entire session. 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[How It Works](#prisma-sd-wan/diagram) ![sdwan logo](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/prisma-sdwan.svg) Empower your branch with AI-driven Zero Trust, best-in-class connectivity, security, and an unparalleled user experience for all applications. ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-ai-apps.svg)AI Apps ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-saas.svg)SaaS ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-internet.svg)Internet ![ion sdwan icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/sd-wan/icon-vion-sdwan.svg)ION SD-WAN![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/ai-access/icon-public-cloud.svg)Public Cloud ![ion sdwan icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/sd-wan/icon-vion-sdwan.svg)ION SD-WAN![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-data.svg)Data Center ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/etc/clientlibs/clean/imgs/icon-strata.svg)**STRATA** Cloud Manager ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/adem/icon-laptop-screen.svg)One Management ![elastic networks icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/sd-wan/icon-elastic-networks.svg)Elastic Networks:Ensures 100% WAN capacity with centralized control, even during failures. ![prisma logo](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/square-prisma.svg) Prisma Access ![prisma logo](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/square-prisma.svg) Prisma Access ![FEC icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/sd-wan/icon-fec.svg)FEC ![Pkt Dup icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/sd-wan/icon-pkt-dup.svg)Pkt Dup ![FEC icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/sd-wan/icon-fec.svg)FEC ![Pkt Dup icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/sd-wan/icon-pkt-dup.svg)Pkt Dup 1 2 3 ### 1: App-Aware Path Selection Automatically steer SaaS application traffic over the best-performing direct internet path using intelligent, application-defined policies to guarantee optimal performance. ### 2: Best-in-Class Application Performance Deliver best-in-class performance for your entire portfolio of private and SaaS applications by applying granular, policy-based automation to dynamically select the optimal network path and prioritize traffic. ### 3: Zero Trust Security Protect your branch users, IoT devices and networks from evolving threats with adaptive context-aware policies and advanced security services, including DNS, URL and threat prevention. 1 of 3 [Prev](#prisma-sd-wan/diagram/)[Next](#prisma-sd-wan/diagram/) ![ion sdwan icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/sd-wan/icon-ion-sdwan.svg)ION SD-WAN![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/branch.svg)Branch![adem icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-access/icon-adem.svg) ![ion sdwan icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/sd-wan/icon-ion-sdwan.svg)ION SD-WAN![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/branch.svg)Branch![adem icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-access/icon-adem.svg) ![ion sdwan icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/sd-wan/icon-ion-sdwan.svg)ION SD-WAN![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/branch.svg)Branch![adem icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-access/icon-adem.svg) ![FEC icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/sd-wan/icon-fec.svg)FEC ![FEC icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/sd-wan/icon-fec.svg)FEC ![Pkt Dup icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/sd-wan/icon-pkt-dup.svg)Pkt Dup ![Pkt Dup icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/sd-wan/icon-pkt-dup.svg)Pkt Dup ![pab logo](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/prisma-access-browser.svg) Meet the only secure browser natively integrated with SASE. Extends SASE protection seamlessly to every device, bringing unmatched agility, security, and control to your business. ![Independent Workers icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-workers.svg) ### Independent Workers Enable secure remote access while applying zero trust access policies and granular data controls. ![Revolutionize Data Protection icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-data-protection.svg) ### Revolutionize Data Protection Protect sensitive data in applications and secure traffic that might be hard to decrypt. ![BYOD security icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-byod.svg) ### BYOD Zero trust access policies are enforced based on user identity, device posture, and session context. ![Safety Enable GenAI icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-enable-genai.svg) ### Safety Enable GenAI Safeguard enterprise data within GenAI tools and stop the use of unapproved shadow AI. ![VDI Reduction icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-vdi-reduction.svg) ### VDI Reduction Reduce the cost and complexity of VDI with a solution that takes minutes to onboard and offboard. [How It Works](#prisma-access-browser/diagram) ![pab logo](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/prisma-access-browser.svg) Work in the browser is exposing organizations to threats and data loss on both managed and unmanaged devices. ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-ai-apps.svg)AI Apps ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-saas.svg)SaaS ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-internet.svg)Internet ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-cloud.svg)Private Apps in Cloud ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-data.svg)Private Apps in Data Center Secure all work in the browser on any device - managed and unmanaged. ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/etc/clientlibs/clean/imgs/icon-strata.svg)**STRATA** Cloud Manager ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/adem/icon-laptop-screen.svg)One Management Install Prisma Browser with best-in-class security in minutes ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-eye.svg)User Authentication ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-laptop-check.svg)Device Posture ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-access/diamond-logo.svg)![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-access/diamond-user.svg) *![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-pab.svg)* ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-access/icon-dlp.svg)![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-access/icon-adv-wf.svg)![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-access/icon-adem.svg)![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-access/icon-adv-url.svg) 2 Securely Access SaaS Apps \& Internet 3 CDSS Services Will Be Installed Localy ### Step 1: Install \& Authenticate Quickly onboard employees with Prisma Browser. They'll download and install it in minutes on any device, gaining instant access to corporate web and SaaS apps via a familiar Chromium interface. Administrators manage all conditional access policies and device security posture from a single console. ### Step 2: Securely Access SaaS Apps \& Internet Once users and devices comply with the access policies, users can confidently start working in the browser. The browser enforces security at the endpoint, creating a secure and isolated environment for accessing corporate SaaS, web, and GenAI applications. Prisma Browser provides full visibility and last-mile data protection for any. ### Step 3: CDSS Is Installed Locally Users also gain secure access to private applications. Prisma Browser is natively integrated with Prisma Access and Palo Alto Networks Advanced Threat Prevention to enable secure access to private applications. 1 of 3 [Prev](#prisma-access-browser/diagram/)[Next](#prisma-access-browser/diagram/) 1 Install Prisma Browser with best-in-class security in minutes ![mobile phone with apple and android logos](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/mobile-apple-android.svg) ![laptop icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/laptop.svg) ![tablet icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/tablet.svg) Managed Devices ![mobile phone with apple and android logos](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/mobile-apple-android.svg) ![laptop icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/laptop.svg) ![tablet icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/tablet.svg) Unmanaged Devices ![one management icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-one-management.svg) One Management Interface ## Data Security \[![icon data security](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/icon-data-security.svg) ### SaaS Security Secure your SaaS apps and data with ONE integrated solution. See and secure all your SaaS apps - including GenAI and modern collaboration apps --- prevent sensitive data loss and protect your users everywhere.\](#saas-security/challenges) \[![icon access security](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/icon-ai-access-security.svg) ### AI Access Security Organizations can monitor and secure access to AI applications, preventing data leakage and unauthorized use. This solution empowers companies to safely enable generative AI adoption and use, while providing continuous risk monitoring.\](#ai-access-security/challenges) ## SaaS SecurityPrecision AI Challenges ![Prevent data breaches everywhere icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/saas-security/icon-prevent-data-breaches.svg) ### Prevent Data Breaches Everywhere Data breaches can occur anywhere, and it's challenging for users to ensure the security of their data. With the increasing use of SaaS applications, the risk of data breaches has become more significant. Users face the problem of protecting their sensitive data from unauthorized access, which can lead to financial losses, reputational damage, and legal consequences. ![Minimize inadvertent data exposure icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/saas-security/icon-minimize-data-exposure.svg) ### Minimize Inadvertent Data Exposure Inadvertent data exposure is a significant concern for users, as it can occur through various means such as misconfigured SaaS applications, weak access controls, or inadequate encryption. This can lead to sensitive data being exposed to unauthorized parties, causing harm to individuals and organizations. ![Reduce malicious insider risk icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/saas-security/icon-reduce-insider-risk.svg) ### Reduce Malicious Insider Risk Malicious insiders can pose a significant threat to an organization's security. Users face the challenge of identifying and mitigating the risk of malicious insiders, who can intentionally or unintentionally compromise sensitive data. This can be due to various factors such as lack of training, inadequate access controls or insufficient monitoring. ![Shadow SaaS and Govern Access icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/saas-security/icon-govern-access.svg) ### Discover Shadow SaaS and govern access Users must ensure that their SaaS applications comply with relevant regulations and standards, such as GDPR, CCPA, and HIPAA. This can be a challenging task, as it requires ensuring that data is handled, stored and transmitted in accordance with these regulations. Failure to comply can result in significant fines, reputational damage, and legal consequences. ![Support privacy compliance icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/saas-security/icon-support-privacy-compliance.svg) ### Support Privacy and Compliance Shadow SaaS refers to the use of unauthorized SaaS applications within an organization. Users face the problem of discovering and governing access to these applications, which can pose a significant risk to data security. Without proper visibility and control, users may inadvertently expose sensitive data to unauthorized parties. [How It Works](#saas-security/diagram) SaaS SecurityPrecision AI Challenges ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-ai-apps.svg)AI Apps ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-internet.svg)Internet ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-saas.svg)SaaS ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-cloud.svg)Cloud ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-data.svg)Data Center ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/etc/clientlibs/clean/imgs/icon-strata.svg)**STRATA** Cloud Manager ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/adem/icon-laptop-screen.svg)One Management ![prisma logo](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/square-prisma.svg)![chrome logo](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/saas-security/square-chrome.svg) ![data motion](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/saas-security/data-motion.svg)Data in motion ![data rest](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/saas-security/data-rest.svg)Data at rest ![security icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-saas.svg)SaaS Security ![circle x icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/ai-access/circle-x.svg)![dlp icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-access/icon-dlp.svg)![circle plus icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/ai-access/circle-plus.svg)![advwf icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-access/icon-adv-wf.svg)![circle check icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/ai-access/circle-check.svg) UnsanctionedToleratedSanctioned [![prisma access](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/logo-prisma-access.svg)](#prisma-access/challenges)[![prisma sd-wan](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/logo-prisma-sd-wan.svg)](#prisma-sd-wan/benefits)[![prisma browser](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/logo-prisma-browser.svg)](#prisma-access-browser/challenges) ![officer icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/saas-security/icon-officer.svg)![officer icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/saas-security/icon-officer.svg) 1 2 3 ### Step 1: Discover The first step in securing SaaS applications is to discover all SaaS applications being used within an organization. This includes both sanctioned and unsanctioned applications. Palo Alto Networks' SaaS Security solution uses cloud-based machine learning to discover SaaS applications and provide visibility into SaaS application usage. ### Step 2: Classify Once SaaS applications are discovered, the next step is to classify them based on their risk profile. This involves assessing the security risks associated with each application, such as data breaches, unauthorized access, and malware. Palo Alto Networks' SaaS Security solution uses a database of over 15,000 SaaS applications to classify applications and provide risk scores. ### Step 3: Protect The final step is to protect SaaS applications from security risks. This involves implementing security controls such as access controls, data encryption, and threat protection. Palo Alto Networks' SaaS Security solution provides advanced analytics and reporting to help organizations understand the data security risks of SaaS application use and create policies to control access to SaaS applications. 1 of 3 [Prev](#data-security/diagram/)[Next](#data-security/diagram/) ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/branch.svg)Branch ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/mobile.svg)BYOD ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/home.svg)Home ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/users.svg)Users ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/office.svg)Office ## AI Access SecurityPrecision AI Challenges ![malware icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/ai-access/icon-real-time-visibility.svg) ### Real-time Visibility of AI Usage To gain real-time visibility into which GenAI apps are being used and by whom. ![web security icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/ai-access/icon-access-control.svg) ### Access Control Systematically codifying GenAI strategies and enforcing granular access policies is required to reduce operational burden and manage risk effectively. ![dns security icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/ai-access/icon-data-protection.svg) ### Comprehensive Data Protection Preventing sensitive data loss and defending against malicious responses is necessary for safe AI adoption. ![intrusion prevention system ips icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/ai-access/icon-ai-apps-train-data.svg) ### Visibility Into AI Apps That Train On Data The proliferation and complexity of GenAI apps make it challenging to identify, categorize, and monitor usage effectively, impacting overall security posture. ![saas security icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/ai-access/icon-data-risks.svg) ### Data Risks From the Rise of GenAI apps GenAI apps are an emerging source of risk that can inadvertently expose sensitive company data, leading to significant business and compliance risks. ![GenAI Apps Security icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/ai-access/icon-secure-genai.svg) ### Enable Secure GenAI app Usage The absence of clear GenAI usage policies and technical enablement creates employee risks, potential dissatisfaction, and potential circumvention of restrictions. [How It Works](#ai-access-security/diagram) AI Access SecurityPrecision AI Challenges ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-internet.svg)Internet ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-saas.svg)SaaS ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/ai-access/icon-genai-app.svg)GenAI App ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/ai-access/icon-public-cloud.svg)Public Cloud ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-data.svg)Data Center ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/etc/clientlibs/clean/imgs/icon-strata.svg)**STRATA** Cloud Manager ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/adem/icon-laptop-screen.svg)One Management ![brain icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/ai-access/brain.svg) ![circle x icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/ai-access/circle-x.svg)![dlp icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-access/icon-dlp.svg)![circle plus icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/ai-access/circle-plus.svg)![advwf icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-access/icon-adv-wf.svg)![circle check icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/ai-access/circle-check.svg) UnsanctionedToleratedSanctioned ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/ai-access/diamon-user.svg) 1 2 3 ### 1: Discover AI Apps in Use Access the most up-to-date GenAI app dictionary to accurately discover and categorize GenAI applications, agents and marketplace plugins. Gain real-time visibility into which apps are being used and by whom. ### 2: Govern Access To AI, Protect Sensitive Data Classify apps as sanctioned, tolerated or unsanctioned, and implement robust access controls. Administrators can revoke access based on the scope of privileges and risk factors, as well as apply fine-grained control over actions such as upload and download. ### 3: Real-Time User Coaching Proactively reduce employee risk with notifications and user coaching directly from AI Access Security^™^. Employees can understand and correct risky behavior when attempting to access unsanctioned GenAI apps or are about to violate AI usage policies. 1 of 3 [Prev](#ai-access-security/diagram/)[Next](#ai-access-security/diagram/) *![prisma browser icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-pab.svg)* *![prisma browser icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-pab.svg)* ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/branch.svg)Branch ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/mobile.svg)BYOD ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/home.svg)Home ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/users.svg)Users ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/office.svg)Office ## User Experience \[![icon data security](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/icon-adem.svg) ### Autonomous Digital Experience Management Gain instant visibility into the health and performance of users, branch sites, applications and IT infrastructure to proactively find and remediate performance issues from a single unified dashboard.\](#adem/challenges) \[![icon access security](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/icon-app-acceleration.svg) ### App Acceleration Prisma^®^ SASE App Acceleration is a cutting-edge solution designed to speed up the user experience in mission-critical applications. For the first time, customers can achieve highly performant user experiences up to five times faster than direct internet access without any code, application, or infrastructure changes.\](#app-acceleration/challenges) ![sase logo](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/logo-prisma-sase.svg) The growing complexity of networks, accelerated cloud adoption, and a distributed workforce, contributes to operational challenges, leading to degraded user experiences and over burdened IT teams. ![Poor User Experience icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/adem/icon-poor-ux.svg) ### Poor User Experience Slow applications, high latency, and inconsistent performance. ![Blind Spots icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/adem/icon-blind-spots.svg) ### Blind Spots No visibility into SaaS, cloud, and network issues. ![Troubleshooting Delays icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/adem/icon-delays.svg) ### Troubleshooting Delays Hard to pinpoint root causes, long resolution times. ![Monitoring icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/adem/icon-monitoring.svg) ### Monitoring Issues detected after users complain. [How It Works](#adem/diagram) ![prisma sase logo](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/logo-prisma-sase.svg) Accelerate application performance for every user while proactively preventing performance issues with real-time visibility into your user's journey for every web application. See and Remediate User Connectivity Issues Prisma AccessInstall The ADEM Agent with GPSynthetic Monitoring ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/ai-access/icon-genai-app.svg)GenAI Apps ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-internet.svg)Internet ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-saas.svg)SaaS ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-cloud.svg)Cloud ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-data.svg)Data Center Monitor User's Digital Experiences ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/etc/clientlibs/clean/imgs/icon-strata.svg)**STRATA** Cloud Manager ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/adem/icon-laptop-screen.svg)One Management ![prisma logo](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-logo-gradient.svg)Prisma Access![adem logo](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-access/icon-adem.svg) Synthetic Monitoring ![lock icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/adem/lock.svg)![server rack icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/adem/server.svg) ![dashboard indicator icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/app-acceleration/speed-dashboard-indicator.svg) ![dashboard indicator icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/app-acceleration/speed-dashboard-indicator.svg) ![network capability icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/adem/connected-nodes.svg)![network capability icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/adem/globe-nodes.svg)![network capability icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/adem/dashboard.svg)![network capability icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/adem/alarm-clock.svg) Endpoint Monitoring![ping icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/adem/ping.svg)![cpu icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/adem/cpu.svg)![monitoring icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/adem/monitoring.svg) ![ping icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/adem/ping.svg)![cpu icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/adem/cpu.svg)![monitoring icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/adem/monitoring.svg)Endpoint Monitoring 1 Prisma Access 2 Install The ADEM Agent with GP 3 Synthetic Monitoring ### 1: Enhance User Experience Provide up to a 5x boost in an application's performance with App Acceleration. ### 2: Install The ADEM Agent with GlobalProtect Dramatically improve your user's app experiences with a solution that uses predictive modeling to anticipate user behavior and pre-fetch the most relevant dynamic content. ### 3: Synthetic Monitoring Stay ahead of user performance challenges with end-to-end visibility and real-time insights across your network with Autonomous Digital Experience Management. 1 of 3 [Prev](#adem/diagram/)[Next](#adem/diagram/) ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/branch.svg)Branch ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/laptop.svg)Secure User 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experience slow performance when accessing mission-critical applications, resulting in lost productivity and efficiency. ![No visibility into network activity icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/app-acceleration/icon-no-visibility.svg) ### Admins Have No Visibility Into Network Activity Administrators lack visibility into network activity, making it difficult to monitor and manage network traffic, security, and performance. ![Consumer-grade connectivity icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/app-acceleration/icon-consumer-grade-connectivity.svg) ### Consumer-grade Connectivity With No Enterprise SLA Users rely on consumer-grade connectivity that lacks enterprise-level Service Level Agreements (SLAs), resulting in unreliable and unsecured connections. ![Poor internet access icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/app-acceleration/icon-poor-internet-access.svg) ### Users Often Reduce Security to Gain Speed Users, frustrated with a slow application experience, will remove security controls in hopes of speeding up the app to allow them to complete their work. [How It Works](#app-acceleration/diagram) ![prisma sase logo](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/logo-prisma-sase.svg) Accelerate application performance for every user while proactively preventing performance issues with real-time visibility into your user's journey for every web application. ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/app-acceleration/icon-servicenow.svg)ServiceNow ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/app-acceleration/icon-zoom.svg)Zoom ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-internet.svg)Internet ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-saas.svg)SaaS ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/pab/icon-data.svg)Data Center ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/app-acceleration/icon-g.svg)Google Drive ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/app-acceleration/icon-sap.svg)SAP ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/etc/clientlibs/clean/imgs/icon-strata.svg)**STRATA** Cloud Manager ![](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/adem/icon-laptop-screen.svg)One Management 1 ![3 icons](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/app-acceleration/3-icons.svg) Dynamic ContentApp Context![speed dahsboard icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/app-acceleration/speed-dashboard-indicator.svg) Dynamic ContentApp Context![speed dahsboard icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/app-acceleration/speed-dashboard-indicator.svg) ![network capability icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/app-acceleration/network-capability.svg)Network Capability ![network capability icon](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/app-acceleration/network-capability.svg)Network Capability ![adem logo](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/app-acceleration/icon-circle-target.svg)![adem logo](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/app-acceleration/icon-circle-target.svg) ![prisma logo](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-logo-gradient.svg)Prisma Access![adem logo](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/prisma-access/icon-adem.svg) [![prisma access](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/logo-prisma-access.svg)](#prisma-access/challenges)[![prisma sd-wan](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/logo-prisma-sd-wan.svg)](#prisma-sd-wan/benefits)[![prisma browser](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/images/sase/architecture/logo-prisma-browser.svg)](#prisma-access-browser/challenges) Device Capability Device Capability 2 App Performance: Boosts speed of SaaS and private applications by up to 5x faster than direct internet access. 3 ### 1: Dynamic Performance Optimization: Per-User Visibility Gain real-time insights into each user's network, device and application characteristics. This allows you to understand their unique needs and tailor performance for an enhanced experience. ### 2: Optimize Each User Experience in Real Time App Acceleration create a custom flow profile for each user to maximize their throughput and seamlessly compensate for network disturbances. This ensures the best possible performance for every individual. ### 3: Enhanced SaaS Experience and Content Delivery We accelerate dynamic content in mission-critical SaaS apps, delivering it faster for a better user experience. 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