Securing Azure Network Traffic with Route Control and Forced Tunneling 💥
When deploying workloads in Azure, network security is one of the most important considerations. Two key features that help strengthen security posture are Route Control and Forced Tunneling . Together, they provide organizations with the ability to dictate traffic flow, enforce inspection, and prevent unauthorized or unmonitored outbound connectivity. What is Route Control in Azure? Azure automatically creates system routes in every virtual network (VNet) to manage traffic flow. However, administrators can override these routes by creating User Defined Routes (UDRs) . Key Benefits of Route Control Traffic Segmentation : Control how traffic flows between subnets and VNets . Enforcement Points : Direct traffic to security appliances such as Azure Firewall, Network Virtual Appliances (NVA), or intrusion detection systems. Compliance and Governance : Ensure all traffic paths align with organizational security policies. Exampl...