In today’s fast-paced, connected workplace, productivity reigns supreme. From hybrid work models and SaaS app adoption to the widespread use of generative AI, modern organisations are evolving rapidly to stay efficient and competitive.
Recent data shows that employees now spend nearly 90% of their workday using a browser, accessing both corporate and personal applications. As the browser becomes the primary workspace, it also becomes the biggest security blind spot—targeted by nearly 100% of cyberattacks reported across devices in the past year.
Traditional security models, designed around the network perimeter, were not built for this browser-first reality. As a result, organizations are turning to more adaptive security strategies—namely Secure Access Service Edge (SASE). And within that framework, secure enterprise browsers are emerging as a cornerstone of modern cybersecurity.
The Browser: Your New Workspace—and Weak Point
The digital transformation era has made browsers central to how we work. Employees, contractors, and third parties routinely access sensitive resources from unmanaged devices, often outside traditional network perimeters. While this flexibility enhances productivity, it also introduces significant risks.
Legacy security tools—like VPNs, firewalls, and endpoint agents—struggle to secure this modern web-centric environment. These tools were not designed to manage web applications accessed from anywhere, on any device. The browser, once considered a simple application, is now a strategic access point that requires its own layer of security.
Elevating Security with a SASE-Native Secure Browser
SASE has emerged as a more comprehensive way to secure today’s distributed, cloud-first environments. By unifying security services such as secure web gateways (SWG), cloud access security brokers (CASB), and Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) with software-defined networking, SASE delivers consistent, context-aware protection regardless of device, location, or application.
But to fully realize the benefits of SASE, the browser itself must be secured. That’s where Prisma Access Browser, launched as part of SASE 3.0 by Palo Alto Networks, changes the game. It’s the only secure browser natively integrated into a SASE platform, enabling rapid deployment on any device—even those without admin privileges—and delivering enterprise-grade security in minutes.
This browser offers granular policy control, deep visibility, and AI-powered threat prevention, all while maintaining a familiar user experience. It gives security teams unmatched control over web activity without compromising performance or user productivity.
Use Cases Driving the Need for Browser-Level Security
- BYOD and Third-Party Access
Despite many organizations banning Bring Your Own Device (BYOD), 98% report policy violations. Traditional controls simply can’t enforce rules across unmanaged devices. A secure browser allows IT to extend security to these devices with minimal friction, enabling flexible work without opening security gaps. - GenAI Usage Control
Generative AI tools like ChatGPT and Google Gemini are increasingly used by employees—30% use them daily, often within the browser. Without proper controls, this opens the door to data leakage, malware, and shadow AI. A secure browser can monitor, log, and manage these interactions to ensure safe usage. - Encrypted Traffic Visibility
With 95% of internet traffic now encrypted, attackers are hiding threats within SSL traffic. Traditional tools require complex decryption configurations, which may violate privacy regulations or miss non-decryptable data. Prisma Access Browser provides visibility into encrypted traffic without decryption, enabling effective logging, threat hunting, and data loss prevention.
Why a SASE-Native Secure Browser Matters
A standalone secure browser can help, but a SASE-native secure browser delivers unmatched value:
- Unified Management: One platform, one policy framework.
- Fast Deployment: Installs in minutes without admin privileges.
- Seamless User Experience: No compromise on performance or usability.
- Lower Cost: Reduces the need for multiple security tools on unmanaged devices.
This level of integration simplifies operations and ensures consistent enforcement across your entire digital environment. It’s not just about stopping threats—it’s about enabling secure productivity at scale.
The Future of Secure Productivity
By embedding security directly into the browser, organizations can finally align productivity goals with robust cybersecurity. The result is a more flexible, user-centric approach that allows companies to securely embrace BYOD, third-party access, and browser-based AI tools—without the friction or complexity of legacy solutions.
Prisma Access Browser, as part of Prisma SASE 3.0, sets a new standard for enterprise security. It’s not just an evolution of the browser—it’s a redefinition of how security works in the modern workplace.
Visit the Enablis Secure Browser page here or visit the SASE resource centre here.
