Blocking specific words

[A_Kariuki]

Is there a way to block specific words which are not part of a URL?

[Shubh3738]

No, Cisco Meraki cannot block specific words in non-URL text.

[A_Kariuki]

Any firewall that does that? I think that would help environments with minors.

[MaghM]

The simple answer would be no for this. But if you can provide more details/example of what you are exactly trying to achieve in case there's workarounds.

[A_Kariuki]

I am looking to block specific word searches in a school setup besides blocking categories.

[MaghM]

Then nope, would be feature request.

[tnco]

Using the DLP function of Secure connect (Umbrella), you may be able to detect and block specific strings in web communications (HTTP or HTTPS).

However, I have never tried this, so I don't know if it is realistic and will meet your requirements.

The following community article blocked Gmail by prohibiting the input of IP addresses.

https://community-cisco-com.translate.goog/t5/-/-/ta-p/4601849?_x_tr_sl=ja&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=ja&_x_tr_pto=wapp#toc-hId--1108787911

https://documentation.meraki.com/CiscoPlusSecureConnect/Cisco_Secure_Connect_-_Internet_Access_Policies/Cisco___Secure_Connect_-_Manage_the_Data_Loss_Prevention_Policy

[Philip D'Ath]

Also note that you need the "Advantage" licence to do this.

I am using this for one customer to prevent PII data from leaving the company through unauthorised channels (such as a user putting them into their private web mail).

[A_Kariuki]

I have the advanced enterprise. Will that cut it?

[Philip D'Ath]

Negative. You would need a SecureConnect licence. You will see this in your menu structure if you have a licence for it.

[A_Kariuki]

Please share more information on this, like the steps/menus I can try to see if I can do the same on my end.

[tnco]

What I introduced is a Meraki Secure connect service, so it cannot be used with an Advanced enterprise license.

Therefore, I'm not sure if you'll get the answer you want, but it might be a good idea to talk to your account representative about whether these things are possible.

https://documentation.meraki.com/CiscoPlusSecureConnect/Cisco_Secure_Connect_-_Internet_Access_Policies/Cisco___Secure_Connect_-_Manage_the_Data_Loss_Prevention_Policy

https://documentation.meraki.com/General_Administration/Support/Ways_to_Contact_Meraki_Support#Contact_your_Account_Representative