Sophos Firewall v23: AI-Powered Network Security and XGS Hardware

Sophos

Nov 4, 2026

AI is changing network demands fast, with encrypted traffic, complex applications, and accelerating cyber threats. Sophos Firewall version 23 advances both performance and connected defense to help IT teams and MSPs secure the AI-era network.

Watch this video to discover key updates in Sophos Firewall v23, including a natural language AI assistant inside Sophos Fusion, a modern REST API, Google Workspace identity integration, and the new Xstream Plus licensing tier that connects firewall management directly with Sophos Endpoint. You'll also get a look at four new high-performance XGS 1U rack-mount appliances engineered for maximum throughput and hardware acceleration.

Timestamps & Chapters
[00:07] - Securing the AI-Era Network with Sophos Firewall v23

[00:34] - Natural Language AI Assistant in Sophos Fusion

[00:59] - Modern REST API and OpenAPI 3.0 Automation

[01:28] - Secure by Design: DNS Protection and Hotfix Visibility

[01:48] - Google Workspace and Microsoft Entra ID Integration

[02:16] - High Availability, SSD Health, and Interface Enhancements

[02:42] - Xstream Plus Licensing & Sophos Endpoint Integration

[03:18] - New XGS Series 1U Hardware (2380, 3380, 4580, 5580)

[03:54] - Engineered for Performance, Connected for Defense

Resources & Links
Sophos Firewall Overview:

https://www.sophos.com/en-us/products/next-gen-firewall

Sophos XGS Series Firewall Specifications: