Cisco AnyConnect

Virtual private network (VPN) to secure remote access

About Cisco AnyConnect

Cisco AnyConnect is a virtual private network (VPN) software designed to provide remote workforce with secure enterprise-wide network access across multiple locations and devices. Administrators can utilize the platform to identify network usage details and automatically conduct endpoint posture assessments to ensure data security.

Cisco AnyConnect allows administrators to protect VPN access, verify user devices through multi-factor authentication, and block threats across endpoints using the Cisco AMP platform. Information technology (IT) teams can gain visibility into the network's blind spots and vulnerabilities, generate actionable reports, and respond to malware attacks, data exfiltration, and risky user behaviors. Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client lets enterprises provide encrypted network access to employees on smartphones or tablets and localize the system's language according to organizational requirements.

Cisco AnyConnect helps organizations enhance network security through secure sockets layer (SSL), IP security Internet Key Exchange version 2 (IPsec IKEv2) and other built-in modules. The platform can be configured to ensure stable network connection during ongoing protocols for standby, hibernation, and IP address changes.


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Nachiket
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  • Industry: Management Consulting
  • Company size: 10,000+ Employees
  • Used Daily for 6-12 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10

Cisco AnyConnect - Best Remote Connection software for Corporates

Reviewed on 28/04/2022

My overall experience with Cisco AnyConnect has been really good. I use it daily to connect with...

My overall experience with Cisco AnyConnect has been really good. I use it daily to connect with the company's private networks to access sensitive data which is not accessible through usual networks. As a part of the Product team at ZS, we deploy certain applications on production servers that cannot be accessed without connecting with the company VPN. Cisco AnyConnect has great auto-connection capabilities in case one of the available WiFI connections faces an issue.

Pros

The best thing I like about Cisco AnyConnect is that it can connect with all available company VPN networks in minimal time using available network connections. The icon is embedded in the taskbar and requires only the VPN network name, username, and password to connect with the VPN network. Also, Wifi for ZS is routed through Cisco AnyConnect. So in case there are two saved networks active at a time with the VPN on, and the network currently linked becomes inactive due to unforeseen circumstances, CIsco AnyConnect automatically connects with the other network and re-establishes the connection to the VPN. This is all without any manual interference, and is simple great!

Cons

There are minimal issues with Cisco AnyConnect. Sometimes, it does not recognize the presence of mobile networks and there is no way to establish a WiFi connection without restarting the system and hoping that it works fine. This becomes a major roadblock, especially in times of urgent client meetings where virtual presence is mandatory.

Verified Reviewer
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  • Industry: Design
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

my review 17

Reviewed on 17/01/2023

Overall, Real-time Monitoring and API are valuable features of Cisco AnyConnect that can help...

Overall, Real-time Monitoring and API are valuable features of Cisco AnyConnect that can help administrators to manage and secure their networks more effectively. Real-time Monitoring allows for proactive monitoring and quick identification of issues, while API feature allows for automation and integration with other systems.

Pros

Threat Response feature allows for quick identification and mitigation of potential security threatsActivity Monitoring tracks user activity and detects suspicious behaviorPolicy Management allows for granular access controls and permissionsAuthentication options include two-factor and certificate-based methodsAPI feature allows for integration with other systems and automation of tasksReal-time Monitoring provides a clear view of network activityReporting and Statistics feature gives detailed information on user activity and network performance

Cons

Complex to set up and may require a steep learning curve for some usersIt is a paid service and may not be suitable for small businesses due to costsAdditional hardware or software may be required to fully utilize all featuresSome users may find the interface less intuitive than other VPN solutions.

Lee
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  • Industry: Higher Education
  • Company size: 10,000+ Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 0.0 /10

Horrible software package -

Reviewed on 09/06/2020

Horrible. This will loose connectivity constantly and go in to a lock up into a loop that requires...

Horrible. This will loose connectivity constantly and go in to a lock up into a loop that requires shutting down / restarting to close it. No other method can close it. This is the same problem for the most rudimentary user to the Tier 3 help desk personnel.

Pros

Simple. Otherwise, nothing. Oh, so have to say something good apparently. It is simple and utterly for many of us.

Cons

Simple, very poor at maintaining connections. When it loose connection and attempts to log back in, typically it locks up or spins into oblivion. Using it on government computers connecting to government servers it definitely not a good situation, but this vpn is horrible - again horrible. Any other VPN should work better for whatever your use is. It is shameful to have sold such a HORRIBLE piece of software to anyone including the government.

Verified Reviewer
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  • Industry: Telecommunications
  • Company size: 10,000+ Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10

Vpn Secure

Reviewed on 09/08/2022

I can say that I am quite satisface with this product.

I can say that I am quite satisface with this product.

Pros

I like the fact that it reconnects automatically if the signal or the network went down. I also like the fact that it remembers the Networks that you logged on.

Cons

When I was hired at the company that I am currently working for I had a lot of issues in the sense that it got connected and disconnected over and over again. I found out that it was a very unsual issue: my router was not compatible to the Anyconnect. In the end I had to reconfigure the router in order for it to work.

Christopher
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  • Industry: Information Technology & Services
  • Company size: 1,001–5,000 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Ease of Use
  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Telecommuting made easy

Reviewed on 14/07/2022

Pros

With Covid forcing a lot of our staff remotely, this gave us the opportunity to connect remotely to our secure networks. This enable us to work seamlessly from our homes or our work PC's. We felt safe using this product no matter how sensitive the wok flow was.

Cons

There is sometimes an issue where the the software states it is connected but it would force you back to the login screen. After a 2nd login in seems to work as intended.

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Cisco AnyConnect FAQs

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Cisco AnyConnect offers the following pricing plans:

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Cisco AnyConnect has the following typical customers:

Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000

Cisco AnyConnect supports the following languages:

English

Cisco AnyConnect supports the following devices:

Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile)

Cisco AnyConnect integrates with the following applications:

Cisco Umbrella, Cisco Unified Intelligent Contact Management Enterprise

Cisco AnyConnect offers the following support options:

Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support

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