Palo Alto Networks Admits Defeat: Browser-Based Malware Outsmarts Secure Web Gateways!
SquareX first discovered Last Mile Reassembly attacks, which bypass major SASE/SSE solutions, at DEF CON 32. Palo Alto Networks recently acknowledged these attacks, admitting that traditional Secure Web Gateways can’t defend against them. This revelation highlights the urgent need for browser-native security solutions, a concept SquareX has championed since its pioneering research.
Hot Take:
Well, it seems like the cybersecurity world is finally waking up to the fact that secure web gateways (SWGs) are about as effective against Last Mile Reassembly attacks as a chocolate teapot in a heatwave. Bravo to Palo Alto Networks for admitting it, even if it took them over a year and a nudge from SquareX. I suppose better late than never, right?
Key Points:
- SquareX uncovered Last Mile Reassembly attacks that evade major SASE/SSE solutions.
- Palo Alto Networks publicly acknowledged the vulnerability after over a year.
- Secure Web Gateways are insufficient against these browser-based attacks.
- SquareX’s research highlights the need for browser-native security solutions.
- The Year of Browser Bugs project reveals ongoing critical browser vulnerabilities.
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