The evolution of secure web browsing: VPNs to remote browser isolation

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The concept of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) dates back to the 1990s. Over the decades, as online services and activities expanded, VPNs became increasingly popular. By 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic had drastically accelerated digital transformation, making remote work the norm, and VPNs evolved into essential tools for secure remote access.

Craig Lurey

CTO and Co-founder of Keeper Security.

VPNs fall short

Yet, VPNs are not without their limitations. While they effectively encrypt internet traffic and mask IP addresses, they are limited in their ability to address several modern cyber threats. Recent research from Keeper highlights that phishing and malware are becoming more prevalent attack methods. In the same report, 40% of survey respondents reported experiencing insider threats, where attacks originate from employees. VPNs are not a comprehensive solution for all online security, despite some organizations operating as if they were.

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