Protocol decryption
Encrypted traffic analysis
Protocol Decryption enables analysis of encrypted TLS 1.3 and earlier traffic without weakening end-to-end security. The system supports Perfect Forward Secrecy (PFS) through integration with key escrow or session key forwarding from load balancers and servers. Selective decryption allows analysis of only selected traffic (e.g. internal apps), while preserving the privacy of traffic to external services.
Enterprise-grade protection compliant with regulatory requirements and security standards
Fast deployment with minimal resource overhead
Dedicated support from a certified partner
Easy integration with your existing infrastructure
Key features
- Support for TLS 1.3, TLS 1.2, and earlier versions with full handshake analysis
- Perfect Forward Secrecy (PFS) through session key forwarding from F5, A10, and HAProxy
- Integration with HSM and key management systems for enterprise key handling
- Selective decryption policies for applications, subnets, or services
- Encrypted Traffic Analysis (ETA) detecting threats without decryption
Business benefits
- Visibility into 80%+ of enterprise traffic, which is encrypted today
- Detection of malware hidden in encrypted channels (C2, data exfiltration)
- Maintaining compliance with privacy regulations thanks to selective decryption
- TLS configuration analysis detecting weak ciphers and certificates
- No impact on end-to-end security thanks to passive inspection
Why ExtraHop?
A pioneer in Network Detection and Response (NDR), using AI and machine learning to analyze network traffic in real time. ExtraHop Reveal(x) detects advanced threats, lateral movement, and anomalies that bypass traditional security controls.
Need Protocol decryption in your organization?
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