Pakistani government has declared the deployment of cutting-edge advance firewalls across internet service providers.
To combat the dissemination of misinformation on social media and bolster cybersecurity.
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has called for proposals to install advanced firewalls and web application firewalls (WAF) within the upcoming five years.
The PTA has stated that the Lot A next-gen firewalls will not include Chinese brands to guarantee top-notch security and dependability.
These firewalls will be accompanied by a hardware warranty.
Offering next business day (NBD) service to reduce downtime and resolve technical problems swiftly.
The advance firewalls are crafted to detect and prevent social media IDs.
From circulating false political propaganda against state institutions, effectively halting the spread of misleading information.
The Lot A hardware specifications comprise cutting-edge threat prevention services.
Along with URL filtering, application control, advanced sandboxing featuring malware protection and analysis services.
Moreover advanced DNS security services, and six virtual firewall systems with client and clientless VPN services.
Additionally, these firewalls will be bundled with complete existing security packages to offer all-encompassing protection.
Alongside the next-gen firewalls, web application firewalls (Lot B) will be rolled out to enhance security.
By overseeing and filtering HTTP traffic to and from web applications.
Not only this these web application firewalls (WAFs) will be equip with advance load-balancing functionalities.
Moreover a comprehensive five-year hardware warranty for consistent and dependable security.
The next-gen firewalls (NGFWs) will offer a variety of advanced features that go beyond those of conventional firewalls.
Moreover these features encompass deep packet inspection, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), and application awareness and control.
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority has invited bids via the EPADS System of the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA).
As per the PTA, the deadline for bid submissions is July 26.
The PTA has also reach agreements with internet service providers for the installation of the firewalls, with the expenses to be split between the companies and the government.
Moreover when questioned about the bid, the PTA spokesperson remained unresponsive to inquiries.
