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Axis for IT teams
Axis devices integrate seamlessly into enterprise IT infrastructure and networks for increased security, cost-efficient automation and transparent visibility.
Zero-trust network integrations
As the Information Technology (IT) network becomes more tightly integrated with the Operational Technology (OT) environment, it is important that they work together in a safe and trusted way, meeting IT requirements, but at the same time making the operational security installation a breeze. With the right combination of expertise, capabilities, and tools you will improve the security control.
Explore practical integration guides and get to know the technologies used by our products to support secure integration into zero-trust networks.
Simplify network onboarding
Zero-touch secure onboarding of Axis devices onto an IP network
Achieve better network security
Open and standardized framework for seamless integrations into daily workflows
Decrease operational costs
Automated security provisioning of devices, without the need for IT skilled labor in the field
Enrollment over Secure Transport (EST)
AXIS OS 12.10 and onwards supports the Enrollment over Secure Transport (EST) network standard (RFC 7030). It streamlines the automatic lifecycle and renewal of X.509 certificates, for example HTTPS, 802.1X and other services. Axis devices automatically request and continuously renew X.509 certificates by communicating with centralized IT infrastructure and applications such as KeyFactor EJBCA, HPE Aruba ClearPass Policy Manager, or Cisco Identity Service Engine (ISE)®.
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Security capabilities
Axis Edge Vault provides the root-of-trust and security capabilities needed for Axis devices to integrate seamlessly into customer networks. HTTPS and IEEE 802.1X standards for port-based network access control are enabled by default, allowing zero-touch onboarding without configuration. With AXIS OS 11.8, devices also support IEEE 802.1AE MACsec for enhanced Ethernet Layer 2 encryption, strengthening security in zero-trust networks.
Each Axis device is provisioned with a unique Axis device ID (IEEE 802.1AR-compliant IDevID) from the factory, to ensure authentication and trust throughout its lifecycle. Secure protocols such as HTTPS TLS 1.2/1.3, secure syslog, network time security (NTS), IEEE 802.1X, and IEEE 802.1AE MACsec further ensure the device's secure operation.
Monitoring and visibility
Profiling the type of IoT device entering the network and continuously monitoring them, are key elements during the lifecycle. Axis devices adhere to IT industry standard discovery protocols such as Link Layer Discovery Protocol (LLDP), Cisco Discovery Protocol (CDP) and Bonjour/MDNS to share device information in factory default state. For monitoring purposes, a comprehensive audit log is provided for monitoring configuration changes and login attempts that can be sent to a central monitoring system through the IT industry standardized syslog format.
Cost-efficient automation
The sheer number of IoT devices that can populate a network can be overwhelming when it comes to manageability and following IT compliance rules. That’s why Axis made it as easy as possible to manage these devices. Device onboarding, for instance, can be fully automated in Axis devices through IEEE 802.1X using the IEEE 802.1AR-compliant Axis device ID certificate. AXIS Device Manager can help with HTTPS and IEEE 802.1X certificate management, and devices also support APIs for certificate management.
Axis Trust Center
Find out how Axis and its products support cybersecurity and security compliance with various regulations and standards. Access a wide range of information, from cybersecurity practices and measures, to certificates, guides and reports.
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Integration and access management
Active Directory and SSO
Axis devices running AXIS OS 11.6 or higher, and AXIS Camera Station Pro support Microsoft Active Directory and single sign-on (SSO).
Extreme Networks Fabric Attach
Axis devices with AXIS OS 12.1 or later have the Basic Fabric Attach client capability, which reduces the time and cost to deploy them in Extreme Networks with "Zero-Touch".
Hardening Guide
The hardening guides below help you to better secure AXIS OS-based edge devices, AXIS Camera Station, and Axis network switches.
HPE Aruba Networking integration guide
Onboard and operate Axis devices in HPE Aruba Networking powered networks using modern security standards and protocols such as IEEE 802.1X, IEEE 802.1AR, IEEE 802.1AE, and HTTPS.
Endpoint management systems
Simplify AXIS Camera Station Pro installation and upgrades in enterprise environments with endpoint management systems.
Network security
Certificate management
Encrypted HTTPS and other secure connections to access the devices securely.
Audit logs for compliance
AXIS OS provides detailed logs of events, for audit and access control management purposes.
Network access and device identity
Axis devices support IEEE 802.1X, IEEE 802.1AR and IEEE 802.1AE.
Signed certificates
AXIS Device Manager comes with a built-in CA service to issue signed certificates.
IT compliance
Axis complies with a variety of regulatory requirements, and strategically selected frameworks and standards.
Lifecycle management and monitoring
Proactive monitoring
Quickly view potential vulnerabilities and detect connectivity issues.
Axis Cybersecurity
Learn more about assessing risks and consequences, and taking appropriate steps.