2025 Q1 Cloud Network Firewall Methodology 3.0

This document outlines the comprehensive test methodology used to evaluate Cloud Network Firewall (CNFW) solutions for their effectiveness in securing cloud environments. With cloud infrastructure becoming the backbone of modern businesses, securing these environments is crucial. CNFWs are designed to protect cloud deployments by enforcing security policies between trusted and untrusted networks. The methodology focuses on evaluating CNFW solutions across several critical areas, including routing functionality, access control, TLS/SSL decryption, threat prevention, performance under load, stability, and reliability. Each test simulates scenarios CNFWs are likely to encounter in live cloud environments, ensuring that security professionals can make informed decisions when selecting a product.