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Network Security News
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October 04, 2019
04
Oct'19
Vendors lining up behind SASE for cloud security
SD-WAN and network security vendors tailor their portfolios to deliver SASE, a cloud security architecture for the age of SaaS, public clouds and IoT.
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August 02, 2019
02
Aug'19
Cisco security flaw leads to $8.6M payout in whistleblower case
The settlement resolves allegations that a Cisco security flaw left governments vulnerable to hackers for years without the company taking action.
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July 23, 2019
23
Jul'19
Niagara Networks and L7 Defense team up for API security
The L7 Defense application Ammune API Defense will run on Niagara Networks' Open Visibility Platform in an effort to bring security to API communications.
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June 27, 2019
27
Jun'19
Pica8 PicOS upgrade enhances network security
Pica8 claims its PicOS network operating system will address rising security and efficiency challenges with its new network access control integrations.
Network Security Get Started
Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content
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How to develop and implement a network security plan
When formulating a focused network security plan, you'll need to address specific questions about outbound traffic, user logins and government regulations. Continue Reading
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Data center transformation drives the ADC security use case
Application delivery controllers play many roles, but the ADC security use case might be most important. Learn about ADC features and how they boost data center security. Continue Reading
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Differences among WEP, WPA and WPA2 wireless security protocols
As wireless network technologies have evolved, so too have the wireless security protocols for securing them. Get a quick overview of the three WLAN security standards, and learn the differences among WEP, WPA and WPA2. Continue Reading
Evaluate Network Security Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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Do network layer and application layer DDoS attacks differ?
Network layer and application layer DDoS attacks are significant threats. Learn about the differences between them and what you can do to reduce their effects. Continue Reading
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How software-defined perimeter authentication ups security
Find out how the emerging software-defined perimeter model increases security by its design and how it can serve as a building block to zero-trust security. Continue Reading
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How does 802.11ax security benefit from WPA3?
Security methods like WPA3 and Opportunistic Wireless Encryption will give a boost to 802.11ax security, but securing the new wireless standard is still pretty complicated. Continue Reading
Manage Network Security
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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5 steps to follow in a network security audit checklist
Planning, execution, analysis, reporting and follow-up are the basic elements of a network security audit checklist. But coordination among IT teams is also important. Continue Reading
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Top 3 network security threats and how to protect against them
Enterprise networks are seemingly always under attack. Learn about the most common network security threats and what protections you should have in place. Continue Reading
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Security, business agility kindle network automation adoption
IT teams are confused by the multiple automation strategies available, but they're still adopting automation with hopes it will benefit network security and agility. 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 can DNS privacy issues be addressed?
Learn two techniques for improving end-user DNS privacy protection that prevent DNS from exposing information about websites users visit and the people users communicate with. Continue Reading
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Top enterprise 5G security concerns and how to address them
The benefits of 5G are aplenty, but the next-generation LTE technology also presents a number of risks. Learn how to securely deploy 5G in your enterprise. Continue Reading
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How SD-WAN security can boost your network security strategy
Many organizations say security is a top priority for their business, but most lack the necessary resources to thoroughly secure their networks and cloud services. SD-WAN could help. Continue Reading