Infoblox Threat Defense vs Cisco Secure Access Report

This document is an Infoblox Inspect Report that presents a comparative analysis of Infoblox Threat Defense and Cisco Secure Access - DNS Defense. The report details the test results of both security solutions, highlighting the overall block rate of Cisco Secure Access at 39.3 percent, which indicates significant vulnerabilities in its DNS security effectiveness. Infoblox's capabilities include 100% blocking of various threats such as data exfiltration, malicious domains, and phishing domains, showcasing its superior performance compared to Cisco. The report outlines the tests conducted, including the importance of blocking TDS domains, command-and-control (C2) communications, and the detection of lookalike domains used in phishing attacks. It also discusses the strategic positioning of both solutions, emphasizing Infoblox's proactive threat defense approach that leverages predictive threat intelligence and machine learning to prevent attacks before they occur. The findings underscore the limitations of Cisco's DNS inspection capabilities and advocate for a robust Protective DNS solution.