Fortinet FortiAuthenticator

FortiAuthenticator by Fortinet is a centralized authentication platform that provides identity and access management services, enhancing the security of your network by ensuring that only authorized users have access to resources.

Key Features

• Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA):
  • Supports various authentication methods, including hardware tokens (FortiToken), mobile-based tokens (FortiToken Mobile), and third-party tokens.
  • Enhances security by requiring multiple forms of verification.
• Single Sign-On (SSO):
  • Simplifies user access to multiple systems and applications by allowing users to log in once and gain access to all necessary resources.
  • Reduces password fatigue and improves user experience.
• Certificate Management:
  • Manages digital certificates for secure communications and user authentication.
  • Facilitates the issuance, renewal, and revocation of certificates, ensuring secure connections and communications.
• Guest Management:
  • Provides secure and customizable guest access solutions, enabling visitors to connect to the network while ensuring compliance with security policies.
  • Supports self-service guest registration and sponsor-based access.
• Identity Federation:
  • Integrates with external identity providers and directories (e.g., LDAP, Active Directory) to centralize and streamline authentication processes.
  • Supports SAML and other federation protocols for secure identity exchange between systems.
• Endpoint Compliance:
  • Leverages threat intelligence from Check Point ThreatCloud, a collaborative network that provides real-time threat data.
  • Correlates findings with global threat intelligence to offer actionable insights and improve threat detection accuracy.

Deployment Options

FortiAuthenticator can be deployed on-premises or as a virtual appliance, providing flexibility to meet various organizational needs and infrastructure setups.

Benefits

• Enhanced Security: By implementing robust authentication and access management policies, FortiAuthenticator helps protect against unauthorized access and potential security breaches.
• Improved User Experience: SSO and streamlined authentication processes reduce the complexity of accessing multiple systems, enhancing productivity.
• Centralized Management: Simplifies the administration of authentication and access policies through a single, centralized platform.