Airtel Partners with Zscaler to Launch Zero Trust Security Solution

Airtel Business partners with Zscaler to launch Airtel Secure Digital Internet, a cyber defense solution based on Zero Trust Architecture. This innovation provides comprehensive security against cyber threats, addressing the growing challenges in the Indian enterprise sector, which faces millions of sophisticated cyber attacks.

Airtel Business has announced a strategic partnership with global cloud security firm Zscaler to introduce a crucial cybersecurity solution for enterprises. Named Airtel Secure Digital Internet, the solution is designed to fortify businesses against cyber threats.

Based on the 'never trust, always verify' principle, the solution ensures authentication of every interaction involving users, devices, and networks. By integrating Airtel's Internet Leased Line with Zscaler's cutting-edge cloud security technologies, it promises advanced threat protection and secure access to cloud applications.

Highlighting the urgency for robust defenses, a Zscaler report revealed that Indian enterprises faced over 79 million phishing and 5 billion encrypted attacks in 2023. This underscores India's position as one of the most-targeted markets globally, pushing organizations to enhance their cybersecurity frameworks amid multiple challenges.

(With inputs from agencies.)