Barracuda Secure Connector is a purpose-built hardware solution designed to protect and manage internet-connected remote devices in industrial environments. It offers advanced network protection, encrypted communications, and cost-effective connectivity for the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT).

Key Features

Purpose-built Hardware Secure Connector is specifically designed for industrial environments using Barracuda's proprietary Traffic Independent Network Architecture (TINA) VPN protocol.

• Ultra-compact appliance for connecting remote devices and micro-networks
• Multiple bonded uplinks with automatic failover
• Various models available, including Wi-Fi-only and integrated 4G/LTE modem options

Next-generation Security Secure Connector provides comprehensive security measures for IoT devices.

• Establishes encrypted connections to SecureEdge
• Centralized policy setting and management through SecureEdge Manager
• Option for security enforcement on CloudGen Firewall

Edge Computing Support Secure Connector enables edge computing capabilities for improved response times and transfer rates.

• Built-in container image (LXC, Docker) for custom control and surveillance logic
• Integration with Azure IoT Edge
• Separation of network infrastructure administration and IoT data analytics

Benefits

Enhanced IoT Security Secure Connector addresses the growing cybersecurity challenges in IoT environments.

• Protects internet-connected devices from sophisticated cyberthreats
• Secures various types of equipment, including ATMs, vending machines, and medical devices

Improved Reliability The solution ensures uninterrupted operation of remote IoT devices.

• Leverages multiple bonded uplinks with automatic failover
• Boosts reliability while reducing management overhead

Centralized Management Secure Connector offers streamlined management of IoT devices and security policies.

• SecureEdge Manager for centralized policy setting and management
• Option to manage deployment with Firewall Control Center