Product Type | Virtual DDoS Mitigation and Threat Prevention Software License |
Compatible Platform | Cisco Firepower |
License Model | Subscription License |
Throughput Capacity | 2 Gbps |
Form Factor | Virtualized Software |
Deployment Type | Virtual Environment |
Activation Method | License Key via Cisco Smart Licensing |
Software Type | Network Security and DDoS Mitigation |
Purpose | Enhances Cisco Firepower with inline DoS protection and advanced threat mitigation |
Radware Virtual Defense Pro 2Gbps License for Firepower



Key Benefits

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- Enhances existing Cisco Firepower installations with scalable virtual threat protection at 2Gbps throughput.
- Supports TAA-compliant environments, making it suitable for government and regulated sectors.
- Delivers high performance without added hardware, reducing deployment and operational costs.
Product Overview
The Radware Virtual Defense Pro 2Gbps license for Firepower enhances Cisco Firepower systems with virtualized DDoS mitigation and inline threat prevention for networks handling up to 2Gbps of traffic. This software-based solution supports TAA compliance and is manufactured in the United States, aligning with regulatory requirements and enterprise-grade deployments. Designed for scalable and efficient protection across virtual environments, it elevates Firepower’s defense capabilities while maintaining bandwidth efficiency without requiring additional hardware.
Specifications
Product Overview
Cloud Management & Licensing
License Term | Perpetual or time-based subscription (varies by Cisco SKU) |
License Delivery | Electronic (Smart License) |
Management Platform | Cisco Firepower Management Center (FMC) |
License Type | Radware Virtual DefensePro (vDP) for Cisco Firepower |
Smart Licensing Enabled | Yes |
Included Cloud Services | Virtual DDoS Mitigation, Behavioral DDoS Detection, Network Attack Prevention |
Resource Efficiency | Bandwidth efficient; minimal performance overhead in virtual environments |
Physical & Environmental
Hardware Requirements | Runs within Cisco Firepower supported hardware or virtual environments |
Virtualization Compatibility | Yes – VM-based integration supported on Firepower platforms |
Interfaces
Supported Traffic Interfaces | Virtual inline monitoring via Cisco Firepower interfaces |
Maximum Inspected Throughput | 2 Gbps |
Integration Method | Software Integration with Cisco Firepower Management Center |
Advanced Security Features
DDoS Mitigation | Yes – Virtual DefensePro protection up to 2Gbps |
Inline Threat Prevention | Yes |
Behavioral Analysis Engine | Included – detects abnormal traffic patterns |
Zero-Day Attack Protection | Yes |
Anomaly Detection | Yes – dynamic behavioral thresholds and signatures |
Automatic Attack Mitigation | Yes |
Third-Party Integration | Integrated with Cisco Firepower |
Packet Scrubbing | Yes – via virtual filtering engine |
SSL Inspection Support | Depends on underlying Firepower configuration |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | United States |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | Depends on Cisco Firepower platform; inherits compliance (FIPS, Common Criteria, etc. from base platform) |
Regulatory Approvals | Supports enterprise and government compliance environments |