Citrix Secure Private Access for ZTNA now supports Linux

Citrix Secure Private Access provides zero trust network access (ZTNA) to private applications. It provides stronger security than a VPN, a simpler way to connect to cloud and on-premises data centers, and an easier way to scale access to private applications. By extending our ZTNA support to Linux, we aim to help you enable your Linux users to securely access critical applications and data, which can enhance their productivity and help them collaborate across your organization.

Based on zero trust principles, Citrix Secure Private Access gives Linux users their own access permissions to the company network and to private applications via a dedicated secured connection. Citrix Secure Private Access ensures the security of your network and applications by allowing you to take immediate, proactive action to block all connections from a particular user if unusual traffic flows or a large number of blocked requests are detected.

A more secure VPN alternative for Linux users 

Linux is one of the most commonly used and most secure operating systems worldwide. Popular Linux use cases include:

Telecommunications: Due to its easy customization, lower costs, hardened security, and high performance, Linux is excellent for telecommunications.

Software development: Linux is versatile and fast and features multiple open source software development tools that accelerate the software development lifecycle.

Cybersecurity: Linux is essential for cybersecurity professionals because of its advanced security capabilities and flexibility in customization. Its encrypted system and the ability to tailor it to specific needs make it a valuable tool for ethical hacking and building secure networks and systems.

With Citrix Secure Private Access, your Linux users will be able to access private applications while adhering to ZTNA principles that ensure strong authentication and continuous security through device posture assessments.

Key features of Citrix Secure Private Access for Linux users include:

• Enhanced security and data protection: End-user devices with a Linux operating system are usually unmanaged and not granted access to internal applications or networks. Citrix Secure Access agent operates on zero trust principles and only grants access to resources the user needs for day-to-day work, which dramatically reduces attack vectors.
• Simplified management and observability: Citrix Secure Private Access provides unified management to configure applications and access policies, a dashboard for monitoring, and troubleshooting capabilities. A built-in access validation tool helps simulate user access under different conditions.
• Better user satisfaction: With Citrix Secure Private Access, companies can provide more flexibility for users by allowing the use of managed and unmanaged devices for daily work while maintaining a strong security posture.

In this short demo video, watch how a Linux user accesses only allowed applications using Citrix Secure Private Access.

Supported Linux OS versions 

• Ubuntu 18
• Ubuntu 20
• Ubuntu 22

Supported deployments 

• Citrix Secure Private Access service 
• Citrix Secure Private Access on-premises

Documentation

Citrix Secure Access client

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Citrix Secure Access and EPA Clients for Ubuntu

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To learn more about how Citrix Secure Private Access can help you implement zero trust-based access to SaaS and private applications for all of your users, check out the Citrix Secure Private Access product documentation and community page.

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