Netskope Explained - Private Access

This video illustrates how Netskope simplifies the configuration of private access policies for both web and non-web traffic. Using a server in AWS with a Netskope network client, the demonstration highlights how secure connections to internal resources, such as an RDP server, can be established without relying on a VPN. By logging into the Netskope cloud tenant and setting up a private app access policy, users can securely connect to servers within their company's perimeter from remote locations.

The process involves creating a private app with specific IP and port settings and configuring a private access policy for designated users. Once synchronized, the connection to the RDP server is successfully established. The video also explains the role of a Netskope publisher, a lightweight server inside the company perimeter that facilitates this secure connection. The Netskope client directs the RDP traffic to the Netskope tenant, which then communicates with the on-premise publisher to connect to the target device. Network events are recorded and visible within the Netskope cloud, providing insights into connection activities, including SSH sessions, over the past 90 days.