The Bluecoat proxy is a service that helps you to browse the web securely. They have many different features that you can use to monitor your internet traffic. These include high anonymity proxies, reverse proxies, monitoring by Websense, SSL inspection systems, and more.
SSL inspection systems
The BlueCoat proxy is an appliance that inspects internal SSL traffic. It works with SSL inspection systems to protect privacy, security, and regulatory compliance.
If you don’t have an SSL inspection system in place, you’re putting yourself at risk. Using SSL is not enough to keep your network safe. In fact, some vendors claim that without SSL inspection, an organization cannot be HIPAA compliant.
An SSL inspection application validates the identity of an upstream server. By doing this, it can see into the encrypted packets and find the vulnerabilities. Some applications send the client request to the server when an error is detected.
Unfortunately, most companies don’t inspect all of their HTTPS traffic. That’s because the process can be quite computationally intensive. This can have a dramatic impact on network performance. For example, one study showed that a security appliance that decrypts SSL traffic can reduce throughput by five times.
Split proxy
A web proxy or reverse proxy is a service that forwards traffic to an organization’s web page or application. These solutions can be configured to do a variety of tasks, including blocking unauthorized access, forwarding or filtering data, or just providing a secure location to connect to the web.
ProxySG is a high-performance, scalable proxy platform. It provides comprehensive Web content protection, user authentication, and bandwidth management. To ensure complete protection, ProxySG features SSL encryption, data loss prevention, and granular policy controls for each user. The software is also available as a virtual machine, cloud service, or hardware appliance, with pricing based on the number of users and machines that need to be monitored.
ProxySG is a great way to improve network performance. Many companies use it to accelerate enterprise applications. Moreover, the patented proxy technology can be implemented in a variety of environments, such as a data center or a branch office.
Reverse proxy
The BlueCoat reverse proxy is an appliance that can be used to protect your company or organization from internet security threats. It can also protect your servers and websites. You can use Blue Coat appliances to block websites and to log website activity. They are known for their dual-use technology.
In addition to securing your corporate network and securing your servers, these appliances can also be used to censor web traffic for governments. These devices have the ability to censor websites that are used to commit crimes.
The BlueCoat reverse proxy appliance can be configured to serve as a proxy for HTTP transactions. The appliance handles these requests and enables them to go to a secure Websense ICAP server.
This service includes client-side certificate support and encryption for web services. It also combines with ProxyAV to provide a robust web server protection and accelerated web content delivery.
High anonymity proxies
The highest level of anonymity is achieved with Elite Level 1 Proxies (EL1s). These proxies offer the most security and privacy.
Elite proxies are used for demanding tasks such as online gaming, traffic monitoring, or even data gathering. However, sourcing high quality elite proxy IPs can be difficult. This is where a Proxy DB comes in. A Proxy DB cross-references request headers to find out the best proxy to use.
High anonymity proxies are designed to mask the user’s public IP address. They also protect the user’s browsing activity. Using a high anonymity proxy will enhance the user’s browsing experience and make secure web surfing a breeze.
To get the most out of an anonymous proxy, it is best to pick one that suits your specific needs. For instance, you may want to avoid using a shared proxy. It is cheaper than a private proxy, but it can be more problematic.
Monitoring by Websense
Blue Coat ProxySG is a cloud-based product that provides web security. The product is based on the Websense data security protocol and works with the Websense Data Security server. It is compatible with both the ICAP and Proxy SG protocols.
The Blue Coat Proxy SG appliance serves as a proxy for all HTTP transactions. A Websense Data Security authorization is required for each transaction. X-Authenticated-User headers are supported.
Websense Data Security (DSS) analyzes redirected transactions and generates audits. It can also provide notifications to administrators or the information owners.
This solution also integrates with Websense ACE. The ACE provides multiple anti-malware engines and conducts real-time analysis.
In addition to the Proxy SG, users can configure a virtual device called the Secure Forwarder. The virtual device decapsulates ICAP protocol headers and performs actions using Netskope REST APIs.