How does AVDS function differently from a firewall?
A firewall typically performs network access control at the network border. It can only protect the network from unauthorized access from external networks to internal systems or applications. However, if an attack uses a legitimate network access the firewall will not be able to protect the system. AVDS can scan be set up to scan through the firewall and report if the system can be exploited. This happens even when a properly configured firewall is in place. As such, AVDS complements the firewall in protecting the system.
