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June 02, 2021
02
Jun'21
Microsoft buys ReFirm Labs to bolster IoT firmware security
Microsoft has bought ReFirm Labs in an IoT security play. The company said Refirm's open source-based products would help it address firmware vulnerabilities in IoT devices.
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May 14, 2021
14
May'21
Cisco's latest acquisition spree nabs three companies
Cisco's acquisitions, announced this week, would improve event hosting in Webex, boost network speeds for 5G, and enhance its security platform. Deal terms were not released.
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April 16, 2021
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Apr'21
Aruba product integrations advance its SASE strategy
Aruba's latest SASE-related integrations involve the Silver Peak-based SD-WAN, Threat Defense and the ClearPass Policy Manager. More product integrations are likely.
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March 10, 2021
10
Mar'21
News briefs: Koch Industries picks Alkira, Palo Alto
Koch industries combines Alkira networking and Palo Alto security for remote office connectivity; Cisco promotes three women on International Women's Day; AT&T, Fortinet partner.
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payload (computing)
In computing, a payload is the carrying capacity of a packet or other transmission data unit. Continue Reading
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Layer Two Tunneling Protocol (L2TP)
Layer Two Tunneling Protocol (L2TP) is an extension of the Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) used by an internet service provider (ISP) to enable the operation of a virtual private network (VPN) over the internet. Continue Reading
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Remote access vs. site-to-site VPN: What's the difference?
A remote access VPN connects remote users from any location to a corporate network. A site-to-site VPN, meanwhile, connects individual networks to each other. Continue Reading
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Top 10 ransomware targets in 2021 and beyond
One in three organizations suffered ransomware attacks in a single year, according to research. And, while some industries are taking particularly hard hits, no one is safe. Continue Reading
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Experts debate XDR market maturity and outlook
Is extended detection response still all buzz and no bite? Experts disagree on whether XDR qualifies as a legitimate market yet or still has a ways to go. Continue Reading
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A review of Cato Networks' SASE Cloud platform
Cato's SASE Cloud lacks some features and may require customers to replace point products to fully benefit from the platform. But Cato aligns with SASE’s cloud-native vision and is a strong contender in the market. Continue Reading
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Hybrid workforce model needs long-term security roadmap
From SASE to ZTNA to EDR to VPNs, enterprises need to deploy the technologies to develop a secure hybrid workforce model now that can work into the future. Continue Reading
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5 steps to secure the hybrid workforce as offices reopen
Companies must now face the security challenges of overseeing a hybrid workforce as employees return to the office. Continue Reading
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Who is responsible for secure remote access management?
The pandemic exposed the need for a strong secure remote access strategy. Now, organizations need to figure out which team must make it happen. Continue Reading
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6 reasons unpatched software persists in the enterprise
Patching is like flossing -- everyone knows they should do it, yet too few do it often and well. Explore why unpatched software is still ubiquitous, despite the risks. Continue Reading
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How to rank enterprise network security vulnerabilities
Risk management programs yield massive data on network security vulnerabilities. Infosec pros must rank risks to prioritize remediation efforts. Continue Reading
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How enterprises can close 5 major SASE gaps
Despite five major gaps that hamper SASE implementation, Gartner recommended enterprises should plan their migration timeline and aim to consolidate to a single vendor. Continue Reading