Transparent Bridge
The Bandura Cyber TIG is a transparent bridge security appliance that can be rapidly deployed
in line with the network it protects, requiring no changes to an existing network. It uses
HIPPIE™ technology to filter packets by country, IP network, or specific IP address.
Additionally, it uses a Threat Intelligence Engine to filter packets based on dynamic threat
intelligence indicators that are integrated within Bandura Cyber TIG.
Unlike a traditional firewall, Bandura Cyber TIG is not configured in a NAT or Route mode.
Instead, Bandura Cyber TIG is a Level 2 bridge that filters traffic in line. Bandura Cyber TIG can
also be deployed out-of-band providing visibility into network traffic but no blocking capabilities.
Since the device operates at Level 2 of the OSI model, the network bridge ports are not visible
or searchable by anyone, keeping it out of reach of attackers.
A transparent bridge reduces the configuration complexity and saves time. In addition to its use
in large corporate and government networks, it is ideal for branch offices and smaller networks
which may consist of a single WAN connection and a router.
HIPPIE™ Filter
HIPPIE™ is a country code/Internet Protocol address engine that rapidly determines the country
of origin and Autonomous Systems Number (ASN) for incoming packets, and the destination
country and ASN for outgoing packets. The Bandura Cyber TIG country map GUI allows you to
specify which countries should be blocked or allowed based on your policy. You can also
specify additional allow/deny rules for IP networks or addresses with as much granularity as
desired across the entire IP address space.
1.2 Support
Please visit the Bandura Cyber TIG Help Desk site for answers to frequently asked questions.
Technical Support is available by phone and email according to the Service Level Agreement
that was purchased with the unit.
Help Desk Site
https://helpdesk.banduracyber.com
Phone
1-855-765-4925
support@banduracyber.com
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