PAN-OS by Palo Alto Networks is an operating system for next-generation firewalls that integrates artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities to enhance network visibility and reduce configuration errors. The software performs security functions using a single-pass architecture, integrates with identity providers, and includes comprehensive decryption capabilities for TLS/SSL encrypted traffic including TLS 1.3 and HTTP/2. The latest version (11.0 Nova) incorporates advanced machine learning to detect and stop zero-day threats, provides network security management features, and includes cybersecurity hygiene functionalities, capable of stopping 26% more zero-day attacks compared to previous versions.
