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XFORCE LanSecure

Secure, Zero-Trust, LAN segmentation, device and guest isolation, and network access control designed and supported by XSTRA.

Overview

Scope: Customer site LANs

XFORCE LanSecure is XSTRA’s structured LAN security solution for client sites that need safer wired networks, protected guest and staff Wi-Fi, controlled public access, and stronger separation between staff systems, guest users, shared devices, and management infrastructure.

Many business networks allow devices to see each other simply because they are connected to the same switch or Wi-Fi network. This creates unnecessary risk. XFORCE LanSecure delivers a Zero-Trust (or Deny by Default) office network that reduces risk by segmenting the network, isolating all devices, and allowing only the traffic that is specifically required.

The outcome

All Client endpoints, and guests or public devices, if approved, can access the Internet and other services without being able to freely browse, scan, or attack the client’s internal network.

Why LAN security matters

A firewall at the edge of the network is important, but it does not automatically protect devices from each other once they are already inside the LAN.

The common problem

Guest Wi-Fi users may be able to see other users or internal devices.
Public wired ports may provide direct access to the venue network.
Printers, POS systems, cameras, routers, switches, and servers may be unnecessarily exposed.
Compromised devices may be able to scan and attack other systems on the same network.
Management interfaces may be reachable from places they should never be reachable from.

The XFORCE LanSecure answer

XFORCE LanSecure breaks the network into controlled security zones. Devices only get access to what they need. Everything else is blocked by design. Devices in the same zone cannot directly communicate with each other unless permitted to, across all wired and wireless infrastructure.

How XFORCE LanSecure works

XFORCE LanSecure uses a combination of MikroTik routing and switching, VLAN segmentation, switch-level client isolation, router firewall rules, and UniFi guest Wi-Fi controls.

Layer	Security Function
MikroTik Router	Controls traffic between VLANs, blocks guest access to internal networks, and permits only approved destinations.
MikroTik Switches	Use Horizon or switch isolation to stop devices on the same switch from communicating directly.
VLAN Segmentation	Separates guest wired, guest Wi-Fi, staff Wi-Fi, staff LAN, shared services, and management infrastructure.
UniFi Guest Wi-Fi	Provides guest SSID, captive portal, client isolation, and controlled guest access.
Shared Services VLAN	Allows controlled access to approved shared devices such as guest printers or kiosks without exposing the rest of the LAN.

Reference design

The exact design is tailored to each customer site, but a typical XFORCE LanSecure deployment uses the following model as an example.

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Network Zone	Example VLAN	Purpose
Operations LAN	10	Servers, POS systems, and private business systems.
Client Wired – Switch 1	101	Wired ports on Switch 1 with local client isolation.
Client Wired – Switch 2	102	Wired ports on Switch 2 with inter-switch traffic controlled at the router.
Guest Wi-Fi	120	UniFi guest SSID with captive portal and client isolation.
Shared Services	150	Approved staff and/or guest-accessible resources such as printers, kiosks, or signage systems.
Management	999	Routers, switches, access points, monitoring, and infrastructure administration.

Business benefits

Improved cybersecurity posture through stronger network segmentation and reduced attack surface.
Reduced ransomware spread risk by limiting lateral movement between devices.
Safer guest Wi-Fi with captive portal, client isolation, and restricted LAN access.
Safer client wired ports for venues, shared workspaces, accommodation, public areas, kiosks, and visitor zones.
Better protection for POS, printers, cameras, servers, and management interfaces.
Cleaner compliance story by demonstrating intentional network separation and default-deny access control.
Flexible shared-resource access where staff and /or guests need limited access to approved printers, kiosks, or public systems.
Designed for real-world SMB and venue environments using practical, cost-effective network controls.

Security outcomes

Traffic Type	Default Result	Reason
Guest to Internet	Allowed	Public and guest users still receive usable Internet access.
Guest to Guest	Blocked	Reduces scanning, malware spread, and device-to-device attacks.
Guest to Venue LAN	Blocked	Protects staff devices, business systems, servers, and POS.
Guest to Management	Blocked	Protects routers, switches, access points, and admin interfaces.
Guest to Shared Services	Allowed only as required	Enables approved services without exposing the broader network.

Zero Trust aligned

XFORCE LanSecure follows a practical Zero Trust principle: do not allow internal access simply because a device is connected to the network. Access must be intentionally designed, approved, and controlled.

Who should consider XFORCE LanSecure?

Hotels, clubs, pubs, restaurants, and hospitality venues
Medical, allied health, and professional services offices
Childcare, education, community, and non-profit organisations
Retail sites with POS systems and public Wi-Fi
Shared offices, coworking spaces, and multi-tenant buildings
Warehouses, depots, and industrial sites with mixed trusted and untrusted devices
Any business offering guest Wi-Fi or public network access

XSTRA delivery approach

Designed, implemented, documented, and supported by XSTRA

Review existing network design, switches, Wi-Fi, VLANs, and firewall rules
Identify trusted, untrusted, shared, and management network zones
Design a practical VLAN and firewall model for the site
Configure MikroTik routing, switching, firewall, and Horizon isolation where applicable
Configure UniFi guest Wi-Fi, captive portal, and client isolation
Test guest isolation, internal access blocking, Internet access, and approved shared services
Document the final network design for support and future change control
Provide ongoing support, monitoring, and improvement recommendations

Practical, not theoretical

XFORCE LanSecure is designed for real customer environments. It is suitable for sites with a single switch, multi-switch venues, mixed wired and wireless access, public areas, and locations where guests need Internet access but should not have access to internal systems.

Before and after

Area	Typical Unsegmented LAN	With XFORCE LanSecure
Guest Wi-Fi	May have visibility of other clients or internal systems	Captive portal, client isolation, and restricted internal access
Public wired ports	Often connected directly to the internal LAN	Placed into isolated guest VLANs with firewall controls
Client-to-client access	Often allowed by default	Blocked wherever guest/public isolation is required
Management access	May be reachable from too many places	Restricted to approved management networks only
Cyber risk	Higher lateral movement and reconnaissance risk	Reduced attack surface and improved containment

We are the experts

XSTRA designs practical network security solutions for real business environments
We understand MikroTik routing, VLAN design, UniFi wireless, firewall policy, guest networks, and managed support
We can assess existing LAN weaknesses and implement a safer, documented network architecture
Clients can choose project-only implementation or ongoing managed support

Ready to secure your LAN?

Contact XSTRA to review your current network and discuss how XFORCE LanSecure can reduce risk, protect internal systems, and provide safer public and guest access.

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