Nile launches first Campus Zero Trust service

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• Nile launches Trust Service to integrate Zero Trust security principles directly into LANs, isolating devices and encrypting communications to prevent lateral movement of threats.
• The service offers two tiers, integrates with major security providers like Palo Alto Networks and Zscaler, and simplifies security for enterprise networks.

What happened

Nile, a Campus Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) provider, launched the Nile Trust Service, a significant advancement in enterprise network security. Designed to simplify network architecture, the service incorporates Zero Trust principles directly into wired and wireless Local Area Networks (LANs), eliminating the need for traditional overlay security solutions like VLANs.

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Key features include isolating every device and user into secure, encrypted segments to prevent lateral movement of threats, while enabling continuous monitoring and enforcement of traffic policies through firewalls. This approach not only addresses longstanding vulnerabilities in traditional LAN setups but also introduces integrations with prominent security providers such as Palo Alto Networks, Zscaler, and Microsoft Entra. The Trust Service is part of Nile’s Access Service platform, which offers AI-powered device isolation, automated segmentation, and real-time insights for network management.

Nile has also rolled out two tiers of the Trust Service—Essentials and Advanced—catering to organizations of varying sizes and needs. The Advanced tier includes features such as microsegmentation and enhanced functionalities for larger enterprises. By combining built-in security with seamless compatibility with existing infrastructure, Nile positions its Trust Service as a robust alternative for modern network environments.

Why this is important

As networks grow increasingly complex, with more devices and diverse applications demanding secure access, traditional methods like VLANs struggle to address evolving threats. For instance, lateral movement—a common technique used in ransomware attacks—remains a critical vulnerability in many enterprises. Nile’s Trust Service directly addresses this gap by isolating devices and encrypting communications, ensuring threats cannot spread within a network.

The service’s integration with tools like Palo Alto’s Prisma Access and Zscaler enhances its effectiveness, allowing businesses to implement Zero Trust principles without overhauling their current infrastructure. These partnerships streamline security operations, enabling centralized traffic enforcement and improved threat detection.

For enterprises, this means reduced complexity and operational overhead in managing security while achieving greater protection against cyberattacks. By embedding security into the network infrastructure, Nile empowers organizations to modernize their networks efficiently, safeguarding sensitive data and minimizing vulnerabilities in today’s increasingly digital landscape.