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What Is a Secure Web Gateway?

A secure web gateway (SWG) is a cybersecurity solution which sits between users and the internet, monitoring and filtering web traffic in real-time to prevent unauthorized access, data leaks and malware infections. Traditional SWGs are designed to enforce internet usage policies, detect and block malicious web content, and secure user sessions across browsers and cloud applications.

Core functionalities typically include:

  • URL filtering
  • Malware detection and sandboxing
  • Data loss prevention (DLP)
  • SSL/TLS traffic inspection
  • Application control

While these features are essential, they are often generalized and not designed specifically for the threats facing Windows-based application servers. This is where TSplus Advanced Security excels.

Why Application Servers Require Specialized Web Gateway Security

Application servers form the backbone of remote work infrastructures. Indeed, whether delivering virtual desktops, hosting business applications or supporting real-time collaboration, these servers handle high volumes of sensitive data and session traffic.

However, their exposure to the internet also makes them prime targets for:

  • Brute-force attacks attempting to compromise login credentials;
  • Ransomware designed to encrypt server data;
  • Unauthorized geographic access from hostile regions;
  • Session hijacking and man-in-the-middle attacks.

Traditional SWG products may not provide adequate protection for these threats, especially in RDS or web-based publishing environments. In contrast, TSplus Advanced Security delivers targeted and intelligent protection designed with these exact scenarios in mind.

TSplus Advanced Security: A Specialized Secure Web Gateway

TSplus Advanced Security functions as a lightweight yet powerful secure web gateway for application servers, providing advanced threat detection and control mechanisms which go beyond generic solutions.

Here is how it addresses the core pillars of secure web gateway functionality, thus protecting application servers:

1. Brute-force Protection

Detects and blocks repeated unauthorized login attempts, reducing the risk of credential stuffing and account compromise. This is essential for exposed RDP and web portal services.

2. Geographic IP Filtering

Allows administrators to whitelist or blacklist access based on countries or regions. This reduces exposure to high-risk zones and aligns with regulatory compliance requirements.

3. Ransomware Protection

Monitors server activity in real-time to detect and stop ransomware before it can encrypt data. Suspicious processes are automatically terminated and affected portions quarantined, while administrators are notified immediately.

4. Firewall and IP Management

Enables fine-tuned control over who can access your servers. Suspicious IPs can be automatically blocked or manually managed via an intuitive dashboard.

5. Secure Sessions

Tracks and secures user sessions, preventing session hijacking and reducing the window of vulnerability in case of an unauthorized breach.

6. Device Trust Control

Limits server access to known, trusted devices, ensuring that only authorized hardware is used to initiate sessions. This is particularly useful for maintaining endpoint integrity. Devices can additionally be assigned to specific usage times and locked to specific users.

Benefits of Using TSplus Advanced Security as a Secure Web Gateway

This selection of features is just a snippet and, as you can probably tell, the description of TSplus Advanced Security as “360° protection” is very apt. By implementing our security software as part of your remote access infrastructure, you enjoy the following:

- Purpose-Built for Application Servers

Unlike generic SWG platforms, TSplus Advanced Security is optimized for Windows Server environments, including those running Remote Desktop Services and web-published applications.

- Cost-Effective

TSplus delivers enterprise-level protection without the complexity or high licensing costs of traditional secure web gateway appliances or cloud subscriptions.

- Easy to Deploy and Manage

With a quick installation process and a user-friendly interface, the software can be deployed and managed without the need for deep cybersecurity expertise.

- Scalable and Lightweight

Whether you are securing a single server or an entire server farm, TSplus Advanced Security scales to meet your needs with minimal resource consumption.

- Sleek Dashboard and Admin Console with a Live World Map

Witness the strength and efficiency of TSplus 360° cyber-protection via its dashboard’s amazing live map and navigate the admin console.

In fact, since words may fall short of a video in this case, here is a brief preview.

Best Practice and Tips for Implementing Secure Web Gateway Features with TSplus

To maximize the benefits of TSplus Advanced Security:

  • Regularly audit your allowed/blocked IPs and geographic access rules.
  • Monitor server logs and user activity to detect anomalies.
  • Configure brute-force thresholds to balance protection and usability.
  • Ensure all connected devices are updated and authorized through Trusted Devices.
  • Schedule regular security rule updates and software maintenance.

To get the full range of TSplus application publication and remote possibilities:

  • Download the TSplus software suite from the official website.
  • Install and run the software, initiating the free 15-day trial.
  • Try and test TSplus Remote Access and Advanced Security as well as Server Monitoring and Remote Support.
  • If needed, get in touch with our support team for any infrastructure specifics relative to your set-up and needs.
  • Discover a simpler, more user-driven, affordable way to publish applications to the Web, new or legacy, in all security.

Conclusion: A Smarter Way to Secure Application Servers

As cyber threats become more targeted and complex, especially for systems exposed via the internet, the role of the secure web gateway must evolve. For businesses using remote desktop solutions, web-based applications or virtualized infrastructure, securing the underlying application servers is non-negotiable.

TSplus Advanced Security delivers all the essential features of a secure web gateway, plus specialized capabilities designed to mitigate the unique risks faced by application servers. It is a smart, accessible and powerful way to safeguard your infrastructure and your business.

Try TSplus Advanced Security today to discover how it can transform your server protection strategy.

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