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HDFC's Transformation with Zscaler's Cloud-Based Web Security Solution

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Technology Category	Analytics & Modeling - Real Time Analytics Cybersecurity & Privacy - Application Security
Applicable Industries	Cement National Security & Defense
Use Cases	Tamper Detection Traffic Monitoring
Services	Cloud Planning, Design & Implementation Services
Challenge	HDFC, India's largest home mortgage company, was facing a significant challenge with its legacy web security solution. The existing system was ineffective, only providing protection against known threats and requiring extensive maintenance for antivirus signatures. The system was not only difficult to maintain, but also costly, requiring significant investments in terms of time, manpower, and technology. The legacy solution scanned web traffic from all branches through a central gateway located at their head office, which was not cost-effective due to the need to backhaul traffic from all locations to a central point. Furthermore, the system was not effectively scanning advanced web-borne threats and those arising from increasing usage of Web 2.0 applications. Read More
About Customer	Housing Development Finance Corporation Ltd. (HDFC) is India’s largest home mortgage company, founded in 1977. With over 3 million customers, HDFC has a significant presence not only in India but also globally, with branches all over the world. The company is headquartered in Mumbai, India. HDFC's primary goal was to find a more efficient way to secure its web traffic against the constantly changing threatscape, given its large geographic footprint. Read More
Solution	HDFC adopted Zscaler's cloud-based web security solution, which provided comprehensive, policy-based security to all users, regardless of their location or device. HDFC's web traffic was forwarded from its gateway to the Zscaler cloud service, and policies were enforced seamlessly using Active Directory Group Policy. This solution reduced cost and infrastructure complexity, as HDFC administrators spent less time and money managing their web security infrastructure and proxies. The Zscaler solution also protected HDFC's users against a wide range of known malware as well as advanced threats such as malicious active content, botnets, and phishing attacks. The service enforced granular, user-based policies for Web 2.0 applications as it scanned every byte of data in real-time. Zscaler also provided HDFC with full visibility of its security posture through a visual dashboard and powerful, consolidated reporting, backed by Zscaler’s cloud-based log infrastructure. Read More Log in to view content
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Technology Category

Analytics & Modeling - Real Time Analytics

Cybersecurity & Privacy - Application Security

Applicable Industries

Cement

National Security & Defense

Use Cases

Tamper Detection

Traffic Monitoring

Services

Cloud Planning, Design & Implementation Services

Challenge

HDFC, India's largest home mortgage company, was facing a significant challenge with its legacy web security solution. The existing system was ineffective, only providing protection against known threats and requiring extensive maintenance for antivirus signatures. The system was not only difficult to maintain, but also costly, requiring significant investments in terms of time, manpower, and technology. The legacy solution scanned web traffic from all branches through a central gateway located at their head office, which was not cost-effective due to the need to backhaul traffic from all locations to a central point. Furthermore, the system was not effectively scanning advanced web-borne threats and those arising from increasing usage of Web 2.0 applications.

About Customer

Housing Development Finance Corporation Ltd. (HDFC) is India’s largest home mortgage company, founded in 1977. With over 3 million customers, HDFC has a significant presence not only in India but also globally, with branches all over the world. The company is headquartered in Mumbai, India. HDFC's primary goal was to find a more efficient way to secure its web traffic against the constantly changing threatscape, given its large geographic footprint.

Solution

HDFC adopted Zscaler's cloud-based web security solution, which provided comprehensive, policy-based security to all users, regardless of their location or device. HDFC's web traffic was forwarded from its gateway to the Zscaler cloud service, and policies were enforced seamlessly using Active Directory Group Policy. This solution reduced cost and infrastructure complexity, as HDFC administrators spent less time and money managing their web security infrastructure and proxies. The Zscaler solution also protected HDFC's users against a wide range of known malware as well as advanced threats such as malicious active content, botnets, and phishing attacks. The service enforced granular, user-based policies for Web 2.0 applications as it scanned every byte of data in real-time. Zscaler also provided HDFC with full visibility of its security posture through a visual dashboard and powerful, consolidated reporting, backed by Zscaler’s cloud-based log infrastructure.

Impact #1	The adoption of Zscaler's cloud-based web security solution has transformed HDFC's approach to web security. The solution has not only reduced the cost and complexity of managing the web security infrastructure but also provided comprehensive protection against a wide range of threats. The real-time scanning of data and granular policy enforcement have enhanced the security of Web 2.0 applications. Moreover, the visual dashboard and consolidated reporting have given HDFC full visibility of its security posture, enabling the company to make informed decisions and take proactive measures to enhance its security. The solution has also eliminated the need for backhauling traffic to a central point, making the process more efficient.

Impact #1

The adoption of Zscaler's cloud-based web security solution has transformed HDFC's approach to web security. The solution has not only reduced the cost and complexity of managing the web security infrastructure but also provided comprehensive protection against a wide range of threats. The real-time scanning of data and granular policy enforcement have enhanced the security of Web 2.0 applications. Moreover, the visual dashboard and consolidated reporting have given HDFC full visibility of its security posture, enabling the company to make informed decisions and take proactive measures to enhance its security. The solution has also eliminated the need for backhauling traffic to a central point, making the process more efficient.

Benefit #1	Reduced cost and complexity of web security infrastructure
Benefit #2	Comprehensive protection against a wide range of known malware and advanced threats
Benefit #3	Real-time scanning of every byte of data

Benefit #1

Reduced cost and complexity of web security infrastructure

Benefit #2

Comprehensive protection against a wide range of known malware and advanced threats

Benefit #3

Real-time scanning of every byte of data

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HDFC's Transformation with Zscaler's Cloud-Based Web Security Solution

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