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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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Network security vs. application security: What's the difference?
Different tools protect different assets at the network and application layers. But both network and application security need to support the larger security plan. Continue Reading
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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
Evaluate Network Security Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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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
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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
Manage Network Security
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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A fresh look at enterprise firewall management
Enterprises need to know where and how to install firewalls for maximum protection. Find out firewall management best practices that can help protect your organization. Continue Reading
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After a data breach occurs, follow this network security checklist
Before a network breach occurs, you should already have a response plan in place. To make sure you're taking a proactive approach, follow this network security checklist. Continue Reading
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Creating and managing a zero-trust security framework
IEEE senior member Kevin Curran outlines how enterprises should introduce a zero-trust security framework and discusses implementation challenges they are likely to face. 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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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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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