Genian NAC

Genian NAC is a next-generation Network Access Control solution designed to secure any IP-enabled device on a network. According to the vendor, it provides essential cybersecurity features and functionalities to ensure full network surveillance, dynamic access control, and actionable compliance. Genian NAC is said to be suitable for organizations of all sizes, ranging from small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) to global Fortune 500 companies. It is utilized by professionals and industries in IT/OT, government, healthcare, education, and finance.

Key Features

Device Risk Analysis: Genian NAC incorporates Device Platform Intelligence (DPI) to accurately identify devices and provide contextual information, including technology, business, and risk details. According to the vendor, it continuously monitors compliance status and alerts in real-time, ensuring proactive remediation.

Network Surveillance: Genian NAC offers real-time monitoring of IP-enabled devices on the network using a non-disruptive Layer 2 based Network Sensor. It classifies devices and users into logical groups based on business requirements, providing actionable information. The solution is claimed to detect non-compliant, unknown, rogue, and misconfigured devices, as well as abnormal network traffic.

Dynamic Access Control: Genian NAC is said to enforce IT security policies dynamically using contextual information such as device compliance, user identity, time, location, and method of access. It offers multi-layered access control mechanisms, supporting mobile, BYOD, and guest access, providing secure onboarding and role-based access control.

IP/MAC Address Management (IPAM): Genian NAC is reported to provide comprehensive IP address management, allowing organizations to monitor IP usage and identify connected devices. It offers IP address assignment, reservation, conflict prevention, and MAC/IP cloning detection. The solution integrates with DHCP and allows for the management of IP addresses by network segment.

Switch Port Management: Genian NAC enables the management of connected devices per switch port, providing visibility into port status, security, 802.1x information, and traffic utilization. It supports 802.1x port-based access control, helping identify unauthorized devices and ensuring secure switch port management.

WLAN Security: Genian NAC scans and identifies SSIDs in the network, capturing both corporate and neighboring access points (APs). It allows for the control and enforcement of policies for different SSIDs based on compliance, providing WLAN security by detecting non-compliant wireless devices, hidden APs, and softAPs.

Endpoints Security: Genian NAC offers endpoint security by managing desktop configurations, applications, OS updates, peripheral devices, wireless connections, and more. It allows for the standardization of corporate-owned device configurations and provides IT security automation by integrating with various security solutions.

Actionable Compliance: Genian NAC ensures compliance with IT security policies by continuously monitoring hardware and software asset information of IP-enabled devices. It leverages Device Platform Intelligence to determine technical and business contextual details, identify vulnerabilities, and enforce compliance. The solution integrates with security solutions to share intelligence and respond to cyber threats.

Silos Integration: Genian NAC supports the integration of various IT security and business solutions, removing silos and ensuring unified policy enforcement. It integrates with perimeter security systems, threat detection systems, enterprise mobility management, and critical security controls, providing a holistic approach to IT security automation.

Agent (Optional): Genian NAC offers an optional agent that allows for detailed control of endpoint system information, policy enforcement, and management tasks through the use of plugins. According to the vendor, it can also operate as a wireless sensor to provide wider and more in-depth coverage to detect any possible WiFi activities.