What is included in the pilot rule set for SSL Inspection?

The inclusion of inspecting specific categories, blocking untrusted certificates, performing OCSP (Online Certificate Status Protocol) revocation checks, and blocking undecryptable traffic in the pilot rule set for SSL Inspection reflects a comprehensive approach to ensuring secure and compliant web traffic management.

Each of these components plays a critical role in maintaining security in an environment where SSL/TLS is heavily used. By inspecting specific categories, organizations can identify and monitor traffic that poses a risk, ensuring that only safe content reaches the end-users. Blocking untrusted certificates prevents connections to potentially malicious sites that may attempt to impersonate legitimate sources, safeguarding users from cyber threats.

Performing OCSP revocation checks is essential in verifying the validity of SSL certificates in real-time, ensuring that any compromised or revoked certificates do not pose a risk during SSL connections. Blocking undecryptable traffic ensures that any traffic that cannot be inspected due to encryption requirements is denied access, further securing the network by preventing potential threats from bypassing inspection protocols.

This comprehensive rule set enhances security posture and aligns with best practices for SSL Inspection, ensuring that organizations can safely utilize encrypted traffic while monitoring and controlling potential risks.