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  Fuel's next Spark User Summit will take place on July 17th, 2025 at 9:30 AM Pacific Time.   This month, Fuel welcomes Usha Gayathri to speak with us on Prisma AIRS. One of Palo Alto Networks latest AI products, Prisma AIRS combines AI model scanning, posture management, and runtime security to help organizations identify all of their AI applications, models, and data sets they are running in production.  Once identified, Prisma AIRS will help identify potential and known vulnerabilities, help you lock down resources that may be untethered, and proactively protect you from security configuration issues before they become a problem.     Register now for the Prisma AIRS Spark User Summit on July 17.   Join the Next Spark event — Become a Fuel Member Today! Becoming a member of the Fuel User Group is a great way for individuals and organizations using Palo Alto Networks products and services to get access to a wealth of resources — knowledge, training, virtual test labs, networking opportunities, and tools which can significantly improve proficiency and effectiveness in cybersecurity and IT operations. As a reminder, membership is free!   Additional Information Have topics that you’d like to hear about in the future during a Spark session? Submit your ideas here. Curious to learn more about Fuel? Explore the Fuel website for details on their different chapters, events, and more. Feel free to share your questions, comments and ideas in the section below or email [email protected] with questions and comments. Watch all past Spark events via LIVEcommunity's YouTube playlist: Fuel Spark User Summits On-Demand.   ... View more

  This Fuel Workshop series provides an exclusive look at how Palo Alto Networks leverages GlobalProtect to securely connect its global workforce. We're showcasing the practical application of this powerful tool within Prisma Access, offering a deep dive into its various aspects.   The Fuel Workshop team hosted a four-day GlobalProtect event on June 23, June 24, July 1, and July 2, 2025. We're pleased to announce that recordings for Days 1 and 2 are already available on this page. Recordings for Days 3 and 4 will be added as soon as they are complete.   Watch Now:  Fuel Workshop on GlobalProtect from a Palo Alto Networks Perspective   Day 1: Introduction, Gateway Selection, and Authentication Methods   Introduction to GlobalProtect Gateway Selection & Modes Authentication Methods: Certificate Authentication SAML SSO (Single Sign-On) Authentication Override Cookies Scenarios for SSO, SAML, Certificate Authentication, Client Certificate, and where to check relevant information Day 1: Part 1   Day 1: Part 2   Day 1: Part 3   Day 1: Part 4   Day 2: Multi-Portal, Enforcement, and App Log Collection   Multi-portal for Prisma Access Enforcing GlobalProtect for Network Access (with Use Case Scenario) Captive Portal Detection (with Use Case Scenario) Endpoint Traffic Policy Enforcement (with Use Case Scenario) Relevant App Log Collection Day 2: Part 1   Day 2: Part 2   Day 2: Part 3   Day 2: Part 4   Day 3: Split-Tunneling, Multi-VPN, and HIP   Split-Tunneling Multi-VPN Co-existence (including troubleshooting tips) Host Information Profile (HIP) Relevant App Log Collection   Day 3: Part 1   Day 3: Part 2   Day 4: ADEM and GlobalProtect Deployment Best Practices   ADEM GlobalProtect Deployment Best Practices in Prisma Access   Join the Next Workshop event — Become a Fuel Member Today!   Becoming a member of the Fuel User Group is a great way for individuals and organizations using Palo Alto Networks products and services to get access to a wealth of resources — knowledge, training, virtual test labs, networking opportunities, and tools which can significantly improve proficiency and effectiveness in cybersecurity and IT operations. As a reminder, membership is free! Additional Information Have topics that you’d like to hear about in a future Workshop session? Submit your ideas here. Curious to learn more about Fuel? Explore the Fuel website for details on their different chapters, events, and more Feel free to share your questions, comments and ideas in the section below or email [email protected] with questions and comments Watch all past Workshop events via LIVEcommunity's YouTube playlist: Fuel Workshop Events On-Demand   ... View more

The Fuel Technical Alliance (FTA) webinar series aims to introduce Fuel members to the variety of Palo Alto Networks partners and vendors that are available to them. We've learned that many Small to Medium Business (SMB) customers using Palo Alto Networks products aren't aware of the numerous, highly knowledgeable vendors specializing in the Palo Alto Networks ecosystem. These experts can help implement Palo Alto Networks technologies securely, applying best practices and years of experience.   As these events progress, we'll add them to a list of past events for your easy reference. To stay informed about upcoming FTA events and attend for free, join the Global Chapter for Fuel. You'll have the chance to ask these companies questions, learn about their offerings, and discover other valuable resources you might not yet know about!   While these past events will be listed here, you can also see the recordings all in once place via the Fuel Technical Alliance playlist on LIVEcommunity's YouTube channel.   Past Fuel Technical Alliance Events   Tufin - Smarter Security Policy Management Across NGFW, Prisma Access & XSOAR June 18, 2025 Watch now to learn how Tufin, a long-time Palo Alto Networks partner, empowers companies to streamline security policy management. Discover how Tufin helps you perform audits on your NGFWs and other Palo Alto Networks systems to ensure policies are optimized, preventing idle or incorrectly configured rules from impacting your security posture. The recordings will provide a clear introduction to Tufin's offerings and how they can simplify your daily operations.     ... View more

Watch the recording of the June 18 Fuel Technical Alliance webinar, all about how smart security policies across your firewalls, cloud, and edge network access empower your operations.   On June 18, 2025, Fuel had its inaugural Fuel Technical Alliance (FTA) webinar, a new virtual event series hosted by Palo Alto Networks partners and technical alliance vendors, with the goal of making Fuel members aware of valuable offerings they may not be aware of.   In this event — titled Smarter Security Policy Management Across NGFW, Prisma Access & XSOAR — you'll see how Tufin, a long-time Palo Alto Networks partner, helps organizations perform audits on their NGFWs and other Palo Alto Networks systems. Discover how Tufin ensures policies aren't sitting idle and causing bottlenecks, and verifies that existing rules aren't incorrectly configured. These videos will provide a solid introduction to Tufin's offerings and how they can simplify your operations.   Part 1 - Introduction to Tufin     Part 2 - Demonstration     Join the Next Fuel Technical Alliance event — Become a Fuel Member Today!   Becoming a member of the Fuel User Group is a great way for individuals and organizations using Palo Alto Networks products and services to get access to a wealth of resources — knowledge, training, virtual test labs, networking opportunities, and tools which can significantly improve proficiency and effectiveness in cybersecurity and IT operations. As a reminder, membership is free! Additional Information Have topics that you’d like to hear about in a future Workshop session? Submit your ideas here. Curious to learn more about Fuel? Explore the Fuel website for details on their different chapters, events, and more Feel free to share your questions, comments and ideas in the section below or email [email protected] with questions and comments Watch all past FTA events via LIVEcommunity's YouTube playlist: Fuel Technical Alliance (FTA) On-Demand   ... View more

  We're thrilled to introduce the Fuel Technical Alliance (FTA), a brand-new webinar series designed to bring valuable insights and offerings directly to Fuel members. This series will feature Palo Alto Networks partners, VARs (Value-Added Resellers), and other technical resources, offering diverse perspectives and solutions.   The FTA is an evolution of our previous "Fuel Webinars," now specifically focused on showcasing services, tools, and offerings from our partners and vendors that can help streamline your operations and make your life easier. Our goal is to host these sessions monthly or bi-monthly, with a rotating selection of experts sharing their knowledge.   Why the Fuel Technical Alliance?   We understand the importance of staying current with the latest cybersecurity solutions and best practices. The FTA help you:   Gain valuable insights directly from experts in the field. Discover new tools and services that can enhance your Palo Alto Networks environment. Learn practical approaches to common cybersecurity challenges. Connect with a community of users and solution providers.   You can find recordings from past Fuel Technical Alliance events at this link — Fuel Technical Alliance (FTA): Watch Past Events — as well as on the Fuel Technical Alliance YouTube playlist.  Join the Next Fuel Technical Alliance event — Become a Fuel Member Today!   Becoming a member of the Fuel User Group is a great way for individuals and organizations using Palo Alto Networks products and services to get access to a wealth of resources — knowledge, training, virtual test labs, networking opportunities, and tools which can significantly improve proficiency and effectiveness in cybersecurity and IT operations. As a reminder, membership is free! Additional Information Have topics that you’d like to hear about in a future Workshop session? Submit your ideas here. Curious to learn more about Fuel? Explore the Fuel website for details on their different chapters, events, and more Feel free to share your questions, comments and ideas in the section below or email [email protected] with questions and comments   ... View more

  On May 27, 2025, Fuel hosted the first of two workshop sessions centering around Palo Alto Networks certifications and upcoming changes. Watch now to learn about the transition from a product-based to a role-based certification process, changes to the upcoming certification structure (Foundation Level, Professional Level, Specialist Level, and Architect Level), and what training materials are going to be available.   Watch Now: Fuel Workshop on Palo Alto Networks Certifications May 27, 2025 Event (APAC) Part 1     Part 2     Part 3     June 3, 2025 Event (NAM) Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 - Q&A   Join the Next Workshop event — Become a Fuel Member Today!   Becoming a member of the Fuel User Group is a great way for individuals and organizations using Palo Alto Networks products and services to get access to a wealth of resources — knowledge, training, virtual test labs, networking opportunities, and tools which can significantly improve proficiency and effectiveness in cybersecurity and IT operations. As a reminder, membership is free! Additional Information Have topics that you’d like to hear about in a future Workshop session? Submit your ideas here. Curious to learn more about Fuel? Explore the Fuel website for details on their different chapters, events, and more Feel free to share your questions, comments and ideas in the section below or email [email protected] with questions and comments Watch all past Workshop events via LIVEcommunity's YouTube playlist: Fuel Workshop Events On-Demand ... View more

  On Thursday, May 22, Fuel hosted a Spark User Summit featuring PAN-OS release versioning best practices. The speaker, Rohit Sawhney, went into an amazing level of detail around how the release numbers are assigned to the different PAN-OS versions, how Palo Alto Networks delivers fixes and updates, best practices for your upgrade process, and other resources that are available to everyone.   PAN-OS Release Versioning:  Part 1   PAN-OS Release Versioning: Part 2   Here is a list of useful links from Jeff Hardee related to PAN-OS upgrades, particularly for 10.2.x and 11.1.x, from code guidance to features to best practices to compatibility to videos: Preferred Release Guidance https://live.paloaltonetworks.com/t5/customer-resources/pan-os-globalprotect-amp-user-id-preferred-release-guidance-from/ta-p/258304   PAN-OS 10.2.x Resources https://docs.paloaltonetworks.com/pan-os/10-2/pan-os-release-notes/features-introduced-in-pan-os https://docs.paloaltonetworks.com/pan-os/10-2/pan-os-upgrade/upgrade-pan-os/upgradedowngrade-considerations https://docs.paloaltonetworks.com/pan-os/10-2/pan-os-release-notes/pan-os-10-2-13-known-and-addressed-issues/pan-os-10-2-13-h7-addressed-issues   PAN-OS 11.1.x Resources https://docs.paloaltonetworks.com/pan-os/11-1/pan-os-release-notes/features-introduced-in-pan-os https://docs.paloaltonetworks.com/pan-os/11-1/pan-os-release-notes/pan-os-11-1-6-known-and-addressed-issues/pan-os-11-1-6-h10-addressed-issues https://docs.paloaltonetworks.com/pan-os/11-1/pan-os-upgrade   End-Of-Life (EOL) Guidance https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/services/support/end-of-life-announcements/end-of-life-policy https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/services/support/end-of-life-announcements/end-of-life-summary  https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/services/support/end-of-life-announcements/hardware-end-of-life-dates.html   Upgrade-related Articles https://live.paloaltonetworks.com/t5/support-faq/support-faq-upgrading-pan-os-and-upgrade-paths/ta-p/590319 https://live.paloaltonetworks.com/t5/ngfw-customer-success-webinars/pan-os-upgrade-demo-from-10-0-to-10-2-and-11-0-to-11-1/ta-p/1220231   Training Videos/Links https://live.paloaltonetworks.com/t5/ngfw-cs-micro-trainings-pan-os/ct-p/Micro-Trainings https://live.paloaltonetworks.com/t5/panos-micro-trainings-articles/tkb-p/Micro-trainings-PANOS   Misc. Hardware Articles https://docs.paloaltonetworks.com/compatibility-matrix/reference/supported-os-releases-by-model/palo-alto-networks-next-gen-firewalls https://docs.paloaltonetworks.com/compatibility-matrix/reference/panorama/panorama-management-compatibility https://docs.paloaltonetworks.com/hardware https://live.paloaltonetworks.com/t5/next-generation-firewall/ct-p/Firewall_Articles https://live.paloaltonetworks.com/t5/network-security/ct-p/Network-Security-Products   Misc. Security Articles https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/legal-notices/trust-center/compliance https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/legal-notices/trust-center/fips-140 https://csrc.nist.gov/Projects/cryptographic-module-validation-program/modules-in-process https://csrc.nist.gov/projects/cryptographic-module-validation-program/validated-modules/search?SearchMode=Basic&Vendor=palo+alto+networks&CertificateStatus=Active&ValidationYear=0   Join the Next Spark event — Become a Fuel Member Today!   Becoming a member of the Fuel User Group is a great way for individuals and organizations using Palo Alto Networks products and services to get access to a wealth of resources — knowledge, training, virtual test labs, networking opportunities, and tools which can significantly improve proficiency and effectiveness in cybersecurity and IT operations. As a reminder, membership is free!   Additional Information Have topics that you’d like to hear about in the future during a Spark session? Submit your ideas here. Curious to learn more about Fuel? Explore the Fuel website for details on their different chapters, events, and more. Feel free to share your questions, comments and ideas in the section below or email [email protected] with questions and comments. Watch all past Spark events via LIVEcommunity's YouTube playlist: Fuel Spark Events On-Demand. ... View more

  On April 29, 2025, we hosted a hands-on Fuel Workshop diving deep into how GlobalProtect leverages SAML authentication for secure, seamless access. Whether you're just getting started with SAML or looking to fine-tune your existing setup, this session was packed with valuable insights and practical guidance.   This Fuel Workshop explored the fundamentals of SAML from a Palo Alto Networks perspective, walked through the end-to-end authentication flow, and delivered a live demo to bring it all together. To round things out, we shared a helpful troubleshooting guide to support smooth implementation and quicker issue resolution. Here's a full recap of what we covered!   PART 1: April 2025 Fuel Workshop: GlobalProtect with SAML Authentication     PART 2: April 2025 Fuel Workshop: GlobalProtect with SAML Authentication   PART 3: April 2025 Fuel Workshop: GlobalProtect with SAML Authentication   PART 4: April 2025 Fuel Workshop: GlobalProtect with SAML Authentication   Join the next Fuel Workshop event — Become a Fuel Member Today!   Becoming a member of the Fuel User Group is a great way for individuals and organizations using Palo Alto Networks products and services to get access to a wealth of resources — knowledge, training, virtual test labs, networking opportunities, and tools which can significantly improve proficiency and effectiveness in cybersecurity and IT operations. As a reminder, membership is free!   Additional Information Have topics that you’d like to hear about in a future Workshop session? Submit your ideas here. Curious to learn more about Fuel? Explore the Fuel website for details on their different chapters, events, and more Feel free to share your questions, comments and ideas in the section below or email [email protected] with questions and comments Watch all past Workshop events via LIVEcommunity's YouTube playlist: Fuel Workshop Events On-Demand ... View more

  On Thursday, April 24, 2025, Fuel hosted a Spark User Summit featuring SSL Decryption in the era of quantum computing and VM-Series firewalls. The first session covered insights on implementing SSL Decryption using best practices and advanced technology found in next-generation firewalls, before moving onto the power of the VM-Series firewall and how to enable the deployment of Palo Alto Networks leading NGFWs in a variety of virtual environments, whether hosted by a cloud provider or locally within your virtualized infrastructure.   SSL Decryption: Part 1   SSL Decryption: Part 2   VM-Series Firewalls: Part 1   VM-Series Firewalls: Part 2   Join the Next Spark event — Become a Fuel Member Today!   Becoming a member of the Fuel User Group is a great way for individuals and organizations using Palo Alto Networks products and services to get access to a wealth of resources — knowledge, training, virtual test labs, networking opportunities, and tools which can significantly improve proficiency and effectiveness in cybersecurity and IT operations. As a reminder, membership is free!   Additional Information Have topics that you’d like to hear about in the future during a Spark session? Submit your ideas here. Curious to learn more about Fuel? Explore the Fuel website for details on their different chapters, events, and more. Feel free to share your questions, comments and ideas in the section below or email [email protected] with questions and comments. Watch all past Spark events via LIVEcommunity's YouTube playlist: Fuel Spark Events On-Demand. ... View more

  We are thrilled to announce that Fuel User Group has achieved the remarkable milestone of surpassing 10,000 members!    We are incredibly grateful to our members for their dedication, time, and contributions. Whether you are involved in running a local chapter, speaking at events, or simply attending in-person or virtual events, your presence has been instrumental in shaping Fuel into what it is today.   Help us expand our community by spreading the word about Fuel to those who could benefit from our offerings! Fuel User Group offers a wide range of resources that our members benefit from on a daily basis. We encourage all of you to continue utilizing these offerings to enhance your experience—and are here to assist anyone seeking support—so please pass along the message that Fuel is a valuable resource for all members.   If you have any suggestions for future improvements, please feel free to contact us at [email protected] or use this form to share your ideas with us.   Thank you once again to each and every one of you for your continued support and engagement.  The Fuel and LIVEcommunity Teams ... View more