Which type of Intrusion Prevention System also neutralizes attacks?

A Network-based Intrusion Prevention System (NIPS) is designed to monitor and analyze network traffic for signs of malicious activity. What makes this type of system particularly effective is its capability not only to detect potential threats but also to take automated actions to neutralize those threats in real time. This can include blocking malicious traffic, dropping packets, or resetting connections.

By being strategically positioned within the network, a NIPS can evaluate data packets as they traverse the network, allowing it to respond to threats quickly, thereby minimizing damage and ensuring the continuity of services. The proactive nature of this system distinguishes it from other types of intrusion detection or prevention systems that may only alert administrators without actively intervening in the network traffic.

In contrast, host-based systems primarily focus on individual devices, while application-based systems are tailored to specific software applications, and signature-based systems rely on predefined patterns of known threats. While these other systems may contribute to overall security, they do not possess the same immediate neutralization capabilities that a network-based system offers.