Which firewall plane provides configuration, logging, and reporting functions on a separate processor?

The control plane is dedicated to management tasks such as configuration, logging, reporting, and management interface access. It operates on its own dedicated processor, ensuring that management functions do not interfere with the performance of packet forwarding and security processing tasks handled by the data plane.

Network processing is typically a function of the data plane, responsible for routing, switching, and basic packet handling.

The data plane is responsible for high-speed packet forwarding and security processing (like threat inspection), not for configuration or logging management.

Security processing is a core function of the data plane, where packets are inspected against security policies and profiles, distinct from the management functions of the control plane.