What Is a Remote Browser?
A remote browser is a web browser that operates on a remote cloud server rather than on the user's local device. Users connect to this remote server and interact with the browser as if it were running on their own machine.
Remote browsers are primarily used for security purposes, as they help protect the users' devices and internal networks from threats like malware or virusses.
They are also invaluable for web developers who need to test websites across various platforms and browsers without the need for multiple devices or operating system installations.
What Is Remote Browser Isolation (RBI)?
Remote Browser Isolation (RBI) is a web security solution that safeguards users from online threats by rendering web content in a cloud-based sandboxed environment.
This approach separates the web content from the user's device, minimizing the attack surface. The user's device only receives a pixel-based stream of the web page or web app, rather than the actual active content.
Remote browsers also help keep browsing history on the remote server, allow users to safely visit untrusted websites and provide access to the browser from any location at any time.
TestingBot provides live access to remote browsers, running on various operating systems such as Windows, Linux and macOS.
Use Cases for Remote Browsers
Secure Web Browsing in Enterprise Environments
Remote browsers are commonly deployed in corporate networks to isolate web browsing activities from the internal company network. This type of isolation prevents malware and other cyber threats from infiltrating corporate systems through web browsing.
Protection Against Phishing Attacks
Remote browsers can mitigate the risks of phishing attacks by isolating the browsing session. If a user accidentally clicks on a malicious link, the threat is contained within the remote environment, keeping the user's device safe.
Accessing Risky Web Content
Organizations can use remote browsers to safely access potentially dangerous web content, such as websites with unknown trust levels or those flagged for suspicious activities, without compromising the security of their local network.
Email Link and Attachment Security
Remote browsers can be integrated with email systems to automatically open links and attachments in an isolated environment. This will protect users from having to open suspicious attachments on their own machines.
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