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Network security News
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January 20, 2022
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Jan'22
Cisco: Patching bugs is about more than CVSS numbers
Cisco's Kenna Security advised enterprises to consider more than just CVSS scores and update advisories when deciding when and how to address security vulnerabilities.
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January 19, 2022
19
Jan'22
FireEye, McAfee Enterprise relaunch as XDR-focused Trellix
Though the new company is a combination of two high-profile security vendors, private equity firm STG relaunched the merger under an entirely different name.
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January 13, 2022
13
Jan'22
Ukrainian police bust unnamed ransomware gang
A law enforcement raid in Ukraine resulted in the arrest of five suspects accused of deploying ransomware through phishing emails and making more than $1 million.
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January 11, 2022
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Jan'22
SonicWall SMA 100 appliances beset by multiple vulnerabilities
SonicWall's security appliances can be compromised by several attacks on five vulnerabilities, including one remote code execution bug, according to Rapid7.
Network security Get Started
Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content
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Introduction to automated penetration testing
Automated penetration testing, which speeds up the process for companies and vendors, is maturing. Is it ready to close the time gap between vulnerability discovery and mitigation? Continue Reading
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access log
An access log is a list of all requests for individual files -- such as Hypertext Markup Language files, their embedded graphic images and other associated files that get transmitted -- that people or bots have made from a website. Continue Reading
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Encrypting File System (EFS)
Encrypting File System (EFS) provides an added layer of protection by encrypting files or folders on various versions of the Microsoft Windows OS. Continue Reading
Evaluate Network security Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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5 cybersecurity predictions for 2022
ESG analysts took a look into their crystal balls to predict what we'll see in enterprise cybersecurity in 2022. Is your company prepared if the predictions come true? Continue Reading
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Ultimate guide to secure remote access
This comprehensive secure remote access guide outlines the strategies, tools and best practices to provide anywhere access while protecting data, systems and users. Continue Reading
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SecOps' need for traffic data drives NetSecOps collaboration
Security teams want to analyze network traffic data to identify anomalies and threats. As a result, network and security teams need to find ways to work together. Continue Reading
Manage Network security
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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How to implement network segmentation for better security
For a network segmentation strategy to be effective and improve security, network teams need to create detailed security policies, identify each resource and use allowlists. Continue Reading
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Is quantum computing ready to disrupt cybersecurity?
Quantum computing isn't here yet, but now is the time for companies to start considering how it may affect their business -- both negatively and positively -- in the next decade. Continue Reading
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7 API security testing best practices, with checklist
APIs are an increasingly common attack vector for malicious actors. Use our API security testing checklist and best practices to protect your organization and its data. Continue Reading
Problem Solve Network security Issues
We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.
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How attackers use open source intelligence against enterprises
Cato Networks' Etay Maor explains how cybercriminals use open source intelligence to detect and attack vulnerable enterprise networks and employees. Continue Reading
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The top 6 SSH risks and how regular assessments cut danger
By performing ongoing risk assessments, organizations can keep their SSH vulnerabilities at a minimum and ensure their remote access foundation is secure. Continue Reading
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Remote work cybersecurity challenges and how to address them
The mass migration to home-based work brought on by COVID-19 poses new cybersecurity risks and amplifies old ones. Here's what organizations need to do. Continue Reading