How do Security Profiles enhance firewall policies?

Security Profiles enhance firewall policies by providing additional context for actions taken on allowed traffic. This contextual information is crucial because it allows for a more granular level of control and evaluation of the traffic that is permitted to pass through the network. By applying security profiles, administrators can enforce specific security measures, such as antivirus scanning, intrusion prevention, or application control, on the allowed traffic. This capability not only strengthens security but also ensures that legitimate traffic can be evaluated against potential threats, thereby improving the overall security posture of the organization.

In contrast, other options do not accurately capture the primary role of Security Profiles. Blocking unauthorized traffic is a fundamental function of the firewall itself and not primarily related to the enhanced context provided by Security Profiles. While identifying network vulnerabilities is important for security, it typically falls under network vulnerability assessments and not the direct function of Security Profiles. Lastly, simplifying the user interface for policy management might improve usability but does not reflect the core enhancement of security that Security Profiles provide to firewall rules.