LEVERAGING generative AI (GenAI) to enhance network and security operations is crucial in bolstering a company’s cybersecurity posture, and global cybersecurity provide Fortinet, is making significant strides in this field.
Addressing the industry-wide skills gap of nearly 4 million professionals, Fortinet’s GenAI assistant, FortiAI, aims to empower security and network operations teams by providing support and guidance through natural language interactions. This innovative approach reduces the reliance on specialized technical expertise, making complex tasks more accessible to a broader range of professionals.
John Maddison, Chief Marketing Officer at Fortinet, emphasized the transformative potential of GenAI in the cybersecurity landscape. He highlighted Fortinet’s commitment to staying at the forefront of AI innovation, continuously empowering operations teams with advanced natural language processing capabilities. The latest updates to FortiAI offer innovative ways to interact with Fortinet’s products, supporting over 30 common languages, thereby reducing complexity and boosting operational efficiency.
One of the standout additions to Fortinet’s GenAI portfolio is the industry’s first GenAI-powered IoT security assistant. Integrated into FortiManager, this assistant enables network security teams to use natural language commands to identify and resolve IoT vulnerabilities. This not only simplifies complex tasks but also allows for proactive problem identification and faster resolution.
FortiAI’s integration with FortiAnalyzer has also been deepened, introducing dictation capabilities that streamline threat hunting and event analysis. This empowers security analysts to efficiently navigate vast data sets, identify potential threats, and generate reports using simple voice commands. The accelerated review and response cycles significantly enhance the ability to proactively manage security events.
To ensure the security and privacy of GenAI operations, Fortinet has implemented robust measures, including hosting AI proxy servers within its data centers. This approach ensures that all AI connections are monitored and protected, mitigating potential risks associated with AI-driven operations.
FortiAI, initially integrated into FortiSIEM and FortiSOAR, has now expanded its reach to FortiAnalyzer and FortiManager, with plans for further integration across the entire Fortinet Security Fabric. The company’s dedication to AI innovation is evident in its decade-long history of pioneering AI within cybersecurity. With FortiAI as its latest advancement, Fortinet continues to empower organizations to navigate the cybersecurity skills gap, mitigate risk, and streamline business operations.