NetScout AirMagnet Enterprise
Automated Wi-Fi Security and Performance Monitoring.
Overview
AirMagnet Enterprise is a dedicated Wireless Intrusion Prevention System (WIPS) that provides continuous monitoring of the wireless airspace. It uses a network of distributed sensors to scan for threats, rogue devices, and performance issues around the clock. The system automates threat detection and prevention, providing detailed forensics and compliance reporting to ensure the integrity of the wireless network.
✨ Key Features
- 24x7 dedicated WIPS monitoring
- Automated rogue detection and blocking
- Dynamic Threat Update technology
- Comprehensive threat and vulnerability analysis
- PCI, HIPAA, SOX compliance reporting
- Remote troubleshooting and forensics
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Vendor-agnostic, can overlay on top of any existing WLAN infrastructure.
- Dedicated sensor network provides continuous, non-disruptive monitoring.
- Strong focus on compliance reporting and forensics.
Unique Value: Provides an automated, always-on wireless security guard, ensuring the highest level of protection and compliance for mission-critical environments.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Ensuring PCI compliance in a retail environment by continuously scanning for rogue devices and insecure connections.
- Providing automated wireless security for a large hospital system, protecting patient data.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Small businesses that do not require a dedicated, 24x7 WIPS solution.
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a more robust, dedicated security overlay compared to the integrated WIPS features of many WLAN vendors, which may have to split time between serving clients and scanning for threats.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (MasterCare tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
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