Arista Networks, a global cloud networking solutions company, has introduced a new cloud-based network identity service powered by AI to enhance deployment and scaling for enterprise network users, their devices and IoT. The Arista Guardian for Network Identity (CV AGNI) is developed on the CloudVision platform and broadens the zero trust networking approach to improve business security.



Arista claims traditional Network Access Control (NAC) solutions haven't kept up with the growth of cloud adoption and the expansion of SaaS-based identity stores and their user profiles. This has led to the development of CV AGNI, which utilizes AI/ML and a cutting-edge microservices architecture to simplify secure device onboarding, debugging, and maintenance of ever-expanding security policies.

The AVA (Autonomous Virtual Assist) feature offers "Ask AVA," which provides a chat-like interface for customizing, troubleshooting, and analyzing enterprise security policies and device onboarding. CV AGNI also makes it easier to integrate device and user data across Arista's products and external systems through Arista's network data lake (NetDL).

CV AGNI is designed to scale elastically to meet the growing needs of any organization. It provides network identity as a service to any standards-based wired or wireless network that can access the cloud service provided by CV AGNI. It also has unique pre-shared keys (UPSK) and 802.1X digital certificates for wireless user self-service onboarding.

Furthermore, the CV AGNI solution uses AI-driven network policy enforcement to detect behavioral irregularities, offering heightened security beyond traditional inter-group macro-segmentation by adding intra-group micro-segmentation capabilities. In case of danger, Arista NDR collaborates with CV AGNI to isolate the device or lower its level of access.

Arista Networks' new AI-based network identity service, CloudVision AGNI, was designed to integrate with multiple vendors. The service utilizes contextual information from third-party systems such as security information and event management, mobile device management, and endpoint security, which makes it easier to apply segmentation policies and onboarding processes.

CloudVision AGNI can be integrated with numerous solutions, including endpoint management tools like Palo Alto Cortex XDR, CrowdStrike XDR, and Medigate by Claroty, as well as identity management solutions like Okta, Google Workspace, Microsoft Azure, Ping Identity, and OneLogin. Additionally, MDM solutions such as JAMF and Microsoft Intune and Splunk's SIEM solution can also be integrated.

Arista CloudVision includes CV AGNI to offer a comprehensive identity solution, and the company expects that current studies on CV AGNI will lead to a general release in Q2 2023. With its multi-vendor integration and advanced AI-driven capabilities, CloudVision AGNI is poised to simplify network identity management for large enterprises while providing enhanced security at cloud scale.

This groundbreaking platform heralds a new era in network visibility and administration, empowering organizations to gain comprehensive insights into their network endpoints and streamline management processes with unprecedented ease and efficiency.

CloudVision AGNI's forward-looking capabilities encompass real-time monitoring, automation, and orchestration of endpoint configurations, delivering a transformative approach that enhances operational agility and fortifies network security. Its centralized architecture and scalable design provide unparalleled adaptability, enabling businesses to meet the dynamic demands of modern networks while upholding compliance and governance requirements.

By harnessing the power of advanced machine learning and AI technologies, CloudVision AGNI offers actionable insights into endpoint behavior, bolstering threat detection and response capabilities. Equipped with an intuitive interface and robust analytics tools, this solution empowers IT professionals to make data-driven decisions and proactively mitigate potential issues, thereby elevating network performance and reliability.

This innovative paradigm in endpoint management perfectly aligns with the imperatives of today's digital landscape, where organizations increasingly rely on cloud resources and IoT devices. CloudVision AGNI emerges as a pivotal instrument for simplifying the complexities of endpoint management, fostering operational resilience, and ensuring seamless alignment with evolving network paradigms.
Arista's CloudVision AGNI embodies the future of endpoint management, offering a comprehensive suite of capabilities designed to underpin the next generation of network infrastructures. Its seamless integration with existing ecosystems and unwavering emphasis on intelligent automation firmly establish it as a transformative force in network management and security, setting a new standard for operational excellence in the digital age.