# Anti-Intrusion (IPS)

Efficient, Scalable Intrusion Prevention System Designed for the Edge.

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### OVERVIEW

## Embedded-First Threat Prevention Built on Deep Packet Inspection

Lionic IPS is designed from the ground up for embedded systems. Unlike oversized engines made for servers, it delivers efficient, real-time threat prevention without exhausting system resources. By inspecting actual payloads instead of just IP addresses, it detects real attacks from malware to brute-force attempts, with smart acceleration and weekly rule updates.

### BENEFITS AND FEATURES

## Flexible Deployment Scenarios Powered by DPI-Based Intrusion Detection

### Packet-Level Attack Detection

Lionic IPS inspects actual packet payloads to detect real-world attacks. This ensures threats are caught even when IP-based filtering fails.

### Optimized for Embedded System

Designed with efficiency in mind, our IPS runs smoothly on resource-limited gateways. Perfect for home routers and CPE devices.

### Self-Owned Rule Database

We maintain over 8,000 IPS rules across key threat categories. Signature files are updated weekly with no third-party dependency.

### Protocol Anomaly Detection

Detects abnormal patterns in L2 to L7 headers, such as malformed TCP flags or corrupted URLs. Catches threats that evade traditional signatures.

### DoS and DDoS Resilience

Instantly blocks DoS bursts by rate-limiting abnormal connections. For DDoS, it intelligently preserves resources for valid traffic.

### Brute-Force Login Defense

Monitors failed login attempts across services. Stops automated attacks before they compromise local credentials.

### Legacy System Protection

Protects older devices that cannot be updated due to business or operational constraints. Especially useful in industrial or medical networks.

### Dynamic Scan Control

Adjusts scan depth based on session behavior. This keeps performance high while maintaining strong protection.

### Threatpedia Integration

Each alert links to detailed analysis with CVEs, impact, affected products, and mitigation advice. Helps admins respond quickly and accurately.

### FAQ

## Built-in Intelligence for Real World Threat Defense

### How is Lionic IPS different from open source engines like Snort or Suricata?

Lionic IPS is purpose-built for embedded systems, not repurposed from PC-class software. While open source engines are powerful, they often demand heavy resources and complex tuning. Lionic delivers efficient, lightweight protection with a patented DPI engine that runs smoothly on routers and gateways without compromising performance.

### What kind of threats can Lionic IPS detect?

Lionic IPS identifies a wide range of network attacks including remote exploits, unauthorized access, malware, shellcode, reconnaissance, and command-and-control communication. It also covers older operating systems and outdated software, helping secure legacy devices that cannot be upgraded easily.

### Does Lionic maintain its own rule database?

Yes. Lionic develops and maintains its own IPS rule database, containing over 8000 individual rules across multiple categories. Signature files are updated weekly to stay current with the latest threats. In addition to pattern-based detection, Lionic IPS also includes protocol anomaly inspection, malformed packet analysis, and port scan defense, all built into a unified, embedded-friendly engine.

### Can Lionic IPS stop DDoS attacks?

Lionic IPS blocks DoS attacks by identifying connection floods, login brute-force attempts, and abnormal bursts. For large-scale DDoS attacks, on-premise devices cannot fully stop the threat, but Lionic applies a resource prioritization strategy to keep active sessions responsive and extend uptime during such events.

### USE CASES

## Use Cases for Intrusion Prevention System

![Mitigate Service Disruption During Burst or Targeted Attacks](https://www.lionic.com/licensing/usecases/ddos-attack-mitigation/banner.webp)

#### Mitigate Service Disruption During Burst or Targeted Attacks

DDoS attacks remain a persistent threat for businesses and service providers alike. While full prevention requires upstream filtering, Lionic IPS includes smart mechanisms to mitigate the impact on-premise by prioritizing legitimate connections and applying traffic shaping to minimize service downtime.

![Strengthen Defense Layers in Enterprise Networks](https://www.lionic.com/licensing/usecases/enterprise-defense-layers/banner.webp)

#### Strengthen Defense Layers in Enterprise Networks

Modern businesses face constant threats from malware, unauthorized access attempts, and lateral movement inside the network. Lionic IPS provides a real-time layer of protection by detecting known attack patterns, suspicious behavior, and protocol anomalies, helping stop threats before they escalate. It integrates smoothly with other network protections to form a comprehensive security posture.

![Offer Value-Added Protection Services for ISPs](https://www.lionic.com/licensing/usecases/isp-protection-services/banner.webp)

#### Offer Value-Added Protection Services for ISPs

ISPs can deploy Lionic IPS on CPE devices to provide silent, always-on intrusion prevention to their subscribers. It helps block brute-force attacks, port scans, and known exploits without requiring user intervention, reducing abuse complaints and customer churn while offering premium upsell opportunities.

![Protect Critical Infrastructure with Outdated Systems](https://www.lionic.com/licensing/usecases/legacy-infrastructure-protection/banner.webp)

#### Protect Critical Infrastructure with Outdated Systems

In manufacturing, medical, or industrial environments, legacy computers and controllers often run operating systems or software that cannot be updated or replaced. Lionic IPS helps secure these devices by detecting exploits targeting old vulnerabilities, offering practical protection without disrupting essential operations. This ensures extended equipment lifecycles while reducing risk exposure from known threats.

![Secure Edge Devices in Smart Home and IoT Ecosystems](https://www.lionic.com/licensing/usecases/smart-home-iot-protection/banner.webp)

#### Secure Edge Devices in Smart Home and IoT Ecosystems

Smart devices are often the weakest link in home networks, lacking proper security updates. Lionic IPS guards against attempts to exploit these endpoints by analyzing the traffic flow at the gateway level, catching common attack patterns before they compromise connected devices.

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