description Citrix Gateway Overview
Citrix Gateway is a software platform facilitating secure remote access. It enables organizations to deliver applications and desktops over the internet, primarily for corporate IT departments and security teams. This solution provides SSL-VPN capabilities allowing users with appropriate credentials to securely connect to internal resources regardless of location. It’s frequently deployed in environments needing controlled remote access solutions.
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Is Citrix Gateway the same thing as NetScaler Gateway?
Citrix Gateway is the modern product name for technology many administrators still call NetScaler Gateway. It is commonly deployed with Citrix ADC to provide secure remote access to Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops.
Does Citrix Gateway work like a full VPN?
It can provide VPN-style access, but many deployments use it more narrowly as an ICA proxy for Citrix sessions. That means users can reach virtual apps and desktops without exposing the whole internal network.
Why do security teams patch Citrix Gateway so aggressively?
Citrix Gateway and Citrix ADC have had high-profile exploited vulnerabilities, including CVE-2019-19781 and CVE-2023-3519. Because the appliance is often internet-facing, delayed patching can become a direct perimeter risk.
What authentication methods are common with Citrix Gateway?
Citrix Gateway commonly supports LDAP or Active Directory, SAML, RADIUS, and multifactor authentication integrations. In enterprise setups, it is often paired with products like Microsoft Entra ID, Duo, or RSA SecurID.
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