November 28, 2024

Fortinet’s latest release of its operating system, FortiOS 7.6, introduces significant upgrades to the Fortinet Security Fabric, aiming to provide CIOs and CISOs with a competitive advantage in cybersecurity. Key enhancements include:

Generative AI (GenAI) Integration: FortiOS 7.6 incorporates generative AI capabilities to enhance threat detection and streamline incident response. These tools improve decision-making and reduce the complexity of security operations.
Enhanced Data Protection: New features bolster data loss prevention (DLP), ensuring sensitive information is secure across hybrid networks, from endpoints to the cloud.
Unified Agent with Advanced Endpoint Protection: The updated FortiClient integrates endpoint detection and response (EDR), ransomware protection, and deeper visibility for zero-trust network access (ZTNA). This reduces the need for multiple agents, simplifying management.
Managed Services for Resource Optimization: New managed services, including SOC-as-a-Service and a Managed FortiGate Service, address the cybersecurity skills gap by easing the burden on IT teams.
Flexible Deployment Options: Updates span across SD-WAN, SASE, and zero-trust architectures, supporting diverse environments with SaaS and PaaS consumption models.

These advancements reflect Fortinet’s dedication to converging networking and security within a single operating system to mitigate risks, reduce complexity, and improve user experiences across the board.

For more details, you can refer to Fortinet’s official post :

https://www.fortinet.com/corporate/about-us/newsroom/press-releases/2024/fortinet-introduces-expansive-upgrades-to-real-time-network-security-operating-system