Secure Remote Access Made Simple with CSE
Traditional VPN Solutions Are
Broken – It’s Time to Modernize
Running a small- to medium-sized business (SMB) comes
with enough challenges—managing customers, growing
your team and keeping operations running smoothly—while
also staying up to date with the latest technology. On top of
all that, cyberattacks targeting SMBs are becoming more
frequent at a rate that can no longer be ignored.
In fact, recent reports indicate that 43% of
cyberattacks are aimed at small businesses,
yet only 14% are adequately prepared to
defend themselves.
It’s no surprise attackers frequently target smaller firms,
assuming many SMBs are not equipped to handle
security breaches.
One of the most critical areas where SMBs should focus their
security investments is in upgrading their remote access
strategy to a secure, modern solution. As your business—
and the world—transitions to cloud-first applications and
supports a modern workforce that values flexibility to work in
the office, at home or even at a coffee shop, ensuring secure
access is essential.
For an SMB, malware, ransomware and beyond aren’t just
annoying issues—they’re costly and devastating. Leading
analysts in the cybersecurity industry estimate the average
cost of an attack on SMBs can range from $25,000 to as
much as $3 million. The good news: proactively securing
your business is far less expensive (and far less stressful)
than dealing with the aftermath of a cyberattack. Investing in
solutions that offer comprehensive protection can help you
avoid the steep costs, downtime and recovery challenges
that follow an attack.SOLUTION BRIEF
Traditional VPN Solutions Are
Broken – It’s Time to Modernize
Running a small- to medium-sized business (SMB) comes
with enough challenges—managing customers, growing
your team and keeping operations running smoothly—while
also staying up to date with the latest technology. On top of
all that, cyberattacks targeting SMBs are becoming more
frequent at a rate that can no longer be ignored.
In fact, recent reports indicate that 43% of
cyberattacks are aimed at small businesses,
yet only 14% are adequately prepared to
defend themselves.
It’s no surprise attackers frequently target smaller firms,
assuming many SMBs are not equipped to handle
security breaches.
One of the most critical areas where SMBs should focus their
security investments is in upgrading their remote access
strategy to a secure, modern solution. As your business—
and the world—transitions to cloud-first applications and
supports a modern workforce that values flexibility to work in
the office, at home or even at a coffee shop, ensuring secure
access is essential.
For an SMB, malware, ransomware and beyond aren’t just
annoying issues—they’re costly and devastating. Leading
analysts in the cybersecurity industry estimate the average
cost of an attack on SMBs can range from $25,000 to as
much as $3 million. The good news: proactively securing
your business is far less expensive (and far less stressful)
than dealing with the aftermath of a cyberattack. Investing in
solutions that offer comprehensive protection can help you
avoid the steep costs, downtime and recovery challenges
that follow an attack.SOLUTION BRIEF
2 | Traditional VPN Solutions Are Broken – It’s Time to Modernize
The Challenge: SSL VPNs Aren’t Enough
Many SMBs still rely on traditional SSL VPNs to enable
remote work. However, VPN devices are a frequent
target for attackers due to their vulnerabilities and
limitations. With two out of three attackers infiltrating
networks using stolen credentials, VPNs become prime
entry points for lateral movement across network
infrastructure to install malware, steal sensitive data or
launch ransomware attacks. VPNs often fail to assess
device posture or provide granular security controls,
making compromised credentials a major risk.
If you’ve been using an SSL VPN to enable remote work,
you may have noticed some frustrating issues:
• Security Gaps: SSL VPNs are frequently exploited
within just 48 hours of a vulnerability being discovered.
Meanwhile, organizations typically take 120 to 150 days
to apply patches. Attackers often scan for unpatched
SSL VPN devices and exploit known vulnerabilities to gain
unauthorized access to your data and network.
• Slow Performance: SSL VPNs are often sluggish,
frustrating employees and impacting productivity—
especially as your business scales.
• Difficult to Manage: VPN clients can be challenging to
deploy, maintain and troubleshoot, particularly if you lack
dedicated IT resources.
While these pitfalls pose serious risks, there’s a better
way to stay secure and provide a seamless remote access
experience for your employees.
The Solution: VPNaaS as a
Gateway to Zero Trust
For SMBs looking to improve their security posture
without having to overhaul their infrastructure overnight,
SonicWall’s Cloud Secure Edge (CSE) provides a powerful
starting point with VPN-as-a-Service (VPNaaS). While you
may have heard buzz around “Zero Trust” and “Zero Trust
Network Access” (ZTNA), VPNaaS offers a less complex and
intimidating entry point to a modern security approach.
With VPNaaS, you can alleviate the struggles commonly
experienced with SSL VPNs while gaining peace of mind
knowing your users can securely access what they need
without disruption. Confidently rely on—and outsource—
your VPN needs to SonicWall to deliver a modern solution
that bridges the gap between traditional remote access
models and a Zero Trust approach.
The Challenge: SSL VPNs Aren’t Enough
Many SMBs still rely on traditional SSL VPNs to enable
remote work. However, VPN devices are a frequent
target for attackers due to their vulnerabilities and
limitations. With two out of three attackers infiltrating
networks using stolen credentials, VPNs become prime
entry points for lateral movement across network
infrastructure to install malware, steal sensitive data or
launch ransomware attacks. VPNs often fail to assess
device posture or provide granular security controls,
making compromised credentials a major risk.
If you’ve been using an SSL VPN to enable remote work,
you may have noticed some frustrating issues:
• Security Gaps: SSL VPNs are frequently exploited
within just 48 hours of a vulnerability being discovered.
Meanwhile, organizations typically take 120 to 150 days
to apply patches. Attackers often scan for unpatched
SSL VPN devices and exploit known vulnerabilities to gain
unauthorized access to your data and network.
• Slow Performance: SSL VPNs are often sluggish,
frustrating employees and impacting productivity—
especially as your business scales.
• Difficult to Manage: VPN clients can be challenging to
deploy, maintain and troubleshoot, particularly if you lack
dedicated IT resources.
While these pitfalls pose serious risks, there’s a better
way to stay secure and provide a seamless remote access
experience for your employees.
The Solution: VPNaaS as a
Gateway to Zero Trust
For SMBs looking to improve their security posture
without having to overhaul their infrastructure overnight,
SonicWall’s Cloud Secure Edge (CSE) provides a powerful
starting point with VPN-as-a-Service (VPNaaS). While you
may have heard buzz around “Zero Trust” and “Zero Trust
Network Access” (ZTNA), VPNaaS offers a less complex and
intimidating entry point to a modern security approach.
With VPNaaS, you can alleviate the struggles commonly
experienced with SSL VPNs while gaining peace of mind
knowing your users can securely access what they need
without disruption. Confidently rely on—and outsource—
your VPN needs to SonicWall to deliver a modern solution
that bridges the gap between traditional remote access
models and a Zero Trust approach.
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1033 McCarthy Boulevard | Milpitas, CA 95035
Refer to our website for additional information.
www.sonicwall.com© 2025 SonicWall Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED .
SonicWall is a trademark or registered trademark of SonicWall Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S.A. and/or other countries. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are property of their
respective owners. The information in this document is provided in connection with SonicWall Inc. and/or its affiliates’ products. No license, express or implied, by estoppel or otherwise, to any
intellectual property right is granted by this document or in connection with the sale of SonicWall products. Except as set forth in the terms and conditions as specified in the license agreement for this
product, SonicWall and/or its affiliates assume no liability whatsoever and disclaims any express, implied or statutory warranty relating to its products including, but not limited to, the implied warranty
of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non- infringement. In no event shall SonicWall and/or its affiliates be liable for any direct, indirect, consequential, punitive, special or incidental
damages (including, without limitation, damages for loss of profits, business interruption or loss of information) arising out of the use or inability to use this document, even if SonicWall and/or its
affiliates have been advised of the possibility of such damages. SonicWall and/or its affiliates make no representations or warranties with respect to the accuracy or completeness of the contents of
this document and reserves the right to make changes to specifications and product descriptions at any time without notice. SonicWall Inc. and/or its affiliates do not make any commitment to update
the information contained in this document.
About SonicWall
SonicWall is a cybersecurity forerunner with more than 30 years of expertise and a relentless focus on its partners. With the
ability to build, scale and manage security across the cloud, hybrid and traditional environments in real time, SonicWall can
quickly and economically provide purpose-built security solutions to any organization around the world. Based on data from
its own threat research center, SonicWall delivers seamless protection against the most evasive cyberattacks and supplies
actionable threat intelligence to partners, customers and the cybersecurity community.
000000 - Solution Brief - Traditional VPN Solutions Are Broken – It’s Time to Modernize
Why Start With VPNaaS?
• Easy Deployment and Management: Already using
SonicWall firewalls? CSE integrates seamlessly, making
deployment fast and simple. CSE runs efficiently in the
background, improving the user experience compared to
VPNs that require clients and manual connections.
• User-Friendly Experience: CSE’s VPNaaS solution is
designed for simplicity. Businesses can outsource their
VPN needs for less stress and more security. Employees
enjoy a seamless remote work experience without
needing to manage VPN clients or connections.
• Enhanced Security With Zero Trust Principles:
Unlike traditional VPNs that authenticate users once, our
VPNaaS continuously verifies identity and device health.
This dramatically reduces the risk of compromised
credentials leading to full network infiltration.
• Granular Access Control: CSE’s VPNaaS ensures users
only connect to the specific apps and resources they
need. Even if a device is compromised, the risk to your
entire network is minimized.
• Built for Growth: CSE scales easily with your business as
you add users and expand your cloud presence, ensuring
your security strategy evolves with your organization.
A Partner in Your Zero Trust Journey
SonicWall CSE empowers SMBs to embrace a Zero Trust
strategy by starting with VPNaaS. By adopting VPNaaS,
businesses can immediately see the benefits of improved
security, reduced management complexity and a faster,
more reliable remote access experience. Over time,
businesses can partner with SonicWall to expand CSE’s
capabilities and adopt full ZTNA principles—ensuring every
access request is verified and authorized.
Secure Remote Access, Built for SMBs
As an SMB, you need remote access solutions that are
simple, affordable and designed to keep your business safe.
SonicWall CSE’s VPNaaS gives you peace of mind knowing
your users can securely connect to the resources they need,
wherever they are.
Don’t let outdated VPNs put your business at risk. Let us
connect your users safely and seamlessly to what they need.
Contact SonicWall today for a personalized demo and see
how much easier secure remote access can be.
1033 McCarthy Boulevard | Milpitas, CA 95035
Refer to our website for additional information.
www.sonicwall.com© 2025 SonicWall Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED .
SonicWall is a trademark or registered trademark of SonicWall Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S.A. and/or other countries. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are property of their
respective owners. The information in this document is provided in connection with SonicWall Inc. and/or its affiliates’ products. No license, express or implied, by estoppel or otherwise, to any
intellectual property right is granted by this document or in connection with the sale of SonicWall products. Except as set forth in the terms and conditions as specified in the license agreement for this
product, SonicWall and/or its affiliates assume no liability whatsoever and disclaims any express, implied or statutory warranty relating to its products including, but not limited to, the implied warranty
of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non- infringement. In no event shall SonicWall and/or its affiliates be liable for any direct, indirect, consequential, punitive, special or incidental
damages (including, without limitation, damages for loss of profits, business interruption or loss of information) arising out of the use or inability to use this document, even if SonicWall and/or its
affiliates have been advised of the possibility of such damages. SonicWall and/or its affiliates make no representations or warranties with respect to the accuracy or completeness of the contents of
this document and reserves the right to make changes to specifications and product descriptions at any time without notice. SonicWall Inc. and/or its affiliates do not make any commitment to update
the information contained in this document.
About SonicWall
SonicWall is a cybersecurity forerunner with more than 30 years of expertise and a relentless focus on its partners. With the
ability to build, scale and manage security across the cloud, hybrid and traditional environments in real time, SonicWall can
quickly and economically provide purpose-built security solutions to any organization around the world. Based on data from
its own threat research center, SonicWall delivers seamless protection against the most evasive cyberattacks and supplies
actionable threat intelligence to partners, customers and the cybersecurity community.
000000 - Solution Brief - Traditional VPN Solutions Are Broken – It’s Time to Modernize
Why Start With VPNaaS?
• Easy Deployment and Management: Already using
SonicWall firewalls? CSE integrates seamlessly, making
deployment fast and simple. CSE runs efficiently in the
background, improving the user experience compared to
VPNs that require clients and manual connections.
• User-Friendly Experience: CSE’s VPNaaS solution is
designed for simplicity. Businesses can outsource their
VPN needs for less stress and more security. Employees
enjoy a seamless remote work experience without
needing to manage VPN clients or connections.
• Enhanced Security With Zero Trust Principles:
Unlike traditional VPNs that authenticate users once, our
VPNaaS continuously verifies identity and device health.
This dramatically reduces the risk of compromised
credentials leading to full network infiltration.
• Granular Access Control: CSE’s VPNaaS ensures users
only connect to the specific apps and resources they
need. Even if a device is compromised, the risk to your
entire network is minimized.
• Built for Growth: CSE scales easily with your business as
you add users and expand your cloud presence, ensuring
your security strategy evolves with your organization.
A Partner in Your Zero Trust Journey
SonicWall CSE empowers SMBs to embrace a Zero Trust
strategy by starting with VPNaaS. By adopting VPNaaS,
businesses can immediately see the benefits of improved
security, reduced management complexity and a faster,
more reliable remote access experience. Over time,
businesses can partner with SonicWall to expand CSE’s
capabilities and adopt full ZTNA principles—ensuring every
access request is verified and authorized.
Secure Remote Access, Built for SMBs
As an SMB, you need remote access solutions that are
simple, affordable and designed to keep your business safe.
SonicWall CSE’s VPNaaS gives you peace of mind knowing
your users can securely connect to the resources they need,
wherever they are.
Don’t let outdated VPNs put your business at risk. Let us
connect your users safely and seamlessly to what they need.
Contact SonicWall today for a personalized demo and see
how much easier secure remote access can be.
