Glossary definition: Secure Access Service Edge (SASE)

Secure Access Service Edge: A Future-Proof Network Security Solution

Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) is a cloud-based networking and security model that provides secure access to applications, services, and data from any device, from any location, and over any network. It combines network and security services, such as SD-WAN, firewall, CASB, Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), and Identity and Access Management (IAM) into a unified cloud-based platform. SASE provides a secure, reliable, and cost-effective way to enable remote access for users and devices, and to protect enterprise networks and data from malicious threats. SASE also provides organizations with the ability to securely connect branch offices, teleworkers, and cloud applications and data, while providing granular control over who can access what resources. Additionally, SASE enables organizations to reduce their reliance on physical network infrastructure and to simplify their network architecture.