DNSFilter Features
What are the features of DNSFilter?
Protection
- Quarantine
- Continuous Monitoring
- Off-Network Protection
- Guest Network Protection
- BYOD Protection
- Native DNS over HTTPS (DoH)
Functionality
- DNS Lookups
- Threat Intelligence
- Advanced Traffic Filtering
Administration
- Whitelisting
- Policy Enforcement
- Incident Reports
- Domain Categorization
- Multi-Network Management
DNSFilter Categories on G2
Filter for Features
Protection
Quarantine | As reported in 90 DNSFilter reviews. Blocks malicious website or destination, redirecting the user to a secure page | 89% (Based on 90 reviews) | |
Continuous Monitoring | Based on 115 DNSFilter reviews. Monitors 24/7 to detect anomalies in functionality, user accessibility, traffic flows, and tampering. | 91% (Based on 115 reviews) | |
Off-Network Protection | Supports agent-based DNS protection with individual endpoint devices on any network. This feature was mentioned in 93 DNSFilter reviews. | 89% (Based on 93 reviews) | |
Guest Network Protection | Allows DNS filtering and protection for guest WiFi networks. 91 reviewers of DNSFilter have provided feedback on this feature. | 91% (Based on 91 reviews) | |
BYOD Protection | Supports bring-your-own-device (BYOD) users, supporting DNS protection across any device connected to a network or equipped with an agent. 83 reviewers of DNSFilter have provided feedback on this feature. | 90% (Based on 83 reviews) | |
Native DNS over HTTPS (DoH) | As reported in 81 DNSFilter reviews. “DoH” is a protocol that facilitates DNS resolution via HTTPS. Native DoH functionality facilitates DNS over DoH using local agents to manage DNS requests, extending DoH beyond a single browser or network. | 87% (Based on 81 reviews) |
Functionality
DNS Lookups | Based on 120 DNSFilter reviews. Associate information from various domains to identify associated parties and threats. | 93% (Based on 120 reviews) | |
Threat Intelligence | Develops domain reputation by gathering contextual information related to web-based threats. 113 reviewers of DNSFilter have provided feedback on this feature. | 89% (Based on 113 reviews) | |
Advanced Traffic Filtering | Based on 99 DNSFilter reviews. Allows DNS routing to resolve requests across HTTP or HTTPs requests and/or covers IPv4 and IPv6 protocols. | 90% (Based on 99 reviews) |
Administration
Whitelisting | The ability to green light a specific Domain or system to bypass the scanning process. This feature was mentioned in 122 DNSFilter reviews. | 92% (Based on 122 reviews) | |
Policy Enforcement | Based on 122 DNSFilter reviews. Abilities to set DNS protection policy control standards including whitelisting, blacklisting, and application access. | 93% (Based on 122 reviews) | |
Incident Reports | Produces reports detailing suspicious activity and anomalies related to networks and endpoints. 104 reviewers of DNSFilter have provided feedback on this feature. | 85% (Based on 104 reviews) | |
Domain Categorization | Allows administrators to group users and devices based on IP, Endpoint, or role. 103 reviewers of DNSFilter have provided feedback on this feature. | 87% (Based on 103 reviews) | |
Multi-Network Management | Allows centralized administration and control of DNS protection and policies across multiple networks. 98 reviewers of DNSFilter have provided feedback on this feature. | 91% (Based on 98 reviews) |
Web Content and Traffic Filtering - Secure Web Gateways
SSL/TLS Inspection | Decrypts and inspects encrypted web traffic to detect and block threats hidden within encrypted connections. | Not enough data | |
Content Filtering | Analyzes web content to filter out malicious code, malware, and inappropriate material. | Not enough data | |
URL Filtering | Blocks access to known malicious or unauthorized websites based on predefined policies. | Not enough data | |
Real-Time Traffic Inspection | Inspects and analyzes inbound and outbound web traffic in real-time for threats and compliance. | Not enough data | |
Ad and Tracker Blocking | Blocks ads and trackers to enhance user privacy and reduce exposure to potential threats. | Not enough data |
Data Protection and Loss Prevention - Secure Web Gateways
Data Loss Prevention (DLP) | Monitors outgoing web traffic to prevent sensitive data from being leaked or exfiltrated. | Not enough data | |
Phishing Protection | Detects and blocks phishing attempts to protect users from fraudulent websites and email links. | Not enough data | |
Malware Protection | Uses signature-based scanning, heuristic analysis, and sandboxing to detect and block malware threats. | Not enough data | |
Cloud Access Security | Monitors and controls access to cloud applications and services to prevent unauthorized use and data leakage. | Not enough data |
Access Control and Authentication - Secure Web Gateways
Application Control | Regulates access to web-based applications and services as per organizational policies. | Not enough data | |
Authentication and Access Control | Verifies users' identities and enforces access control policies to ensure only authorized users can access permitted web resources. | Not enough data | |
User and Group Policies | Supports the creation of policies based on user roles, groups, or other attributes for more granular control. | Not enough data |
Performance and Management - Secure Web Gateways
Customizable Policy Enforcement | Allows organizations to create and enforce custom web usage policies tailored to their specific needs. | Not enough data | |
Bandwidth Management | Prioritizes and allocates network resources based on predefined policies to optimize performance. | Not enough data | |
Integration Capabilities | Integrates with other security tools and systems, such as firewalls, SIEMs, and endpoint security solutions. | Not enough data | |
Reporting and Logging | Provides comprehensive reports and logs of web activity, including sites visited, user activity, security events, and policy violations. | Not enough data | |
Threat Intelligence Integration | Leverages threat intelligence feeds to stay updated on the latest threats and enhance protection. | Not enough data |
