Enterprise Firewalls: The Security Tech That Keeps On Ticking
Forrester IT
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Last month, Carlos Rivera and I published The Forrester Wave™: Enterprise Firewalls, Q4 2022, featuring our analysis of 10 firewall vendors.
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Forrester IT
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Last month, Carlos Rivera and I published The Forrester Wave™: Enterprise Firewalls, Q4 2022, featuring our analysis of 10 firewall vendors.
Network World
AUGUST 3, 2023
Fortinet has added new features to its SD-WAN software and a next-generation firewall series that promise to help customers better monitor and protect distributed enterprise resources. To read this article in full, please click here
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Network World
JUNE 29, 2023
The software that runs Cisco’s new Firewall 4200 Series now includes the ability to see into encrypted traffic without decrypting it, which the vendor says will allow enterprise customers to better protect hybrid and multicloud applications. version of the Secure Firewall operating system.
Network World
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
Palo Alto Networks has released next-generation firewall (NGFW) software that includes some 50 new features aimed at helping enterprise organizations battle zero-day threats and advanced malware attacks. The new features are built into the latest version of Palo Alto's firewall operating system – PAN 11.0
IT Toolbox
SEPTEMBER 1, 2022
Increasingly used in large network setups, SD-WAN uses web-based tunnels, firewall software, and virtual technologies to connect remote endpoints. The post What Is SD-WAN (Software-Defined WAN)? Definition, Solutions, and Benefits appeared first on Spiceworks.
Network World
FEBRUARY 26, 2020
Cisco has issued another batch of security warnings that include problems in its Firepower firewall (FXOS), Unified Computing System (UCS) software and Nexus switch operating system (NX-OS). Network pros react to new Cisco certification curriculum.
Network World
MAY 5, 2022
Multiple vulnerabilities have been discovered in Cisco's Enterprise NFV Infrastructure Software (NFVIS). NFVIS is Linux-based infrastructure software designed to help enterprises and service providers to deploy virtualized network functions, such as a virtual router, firewall and WAN acceleration, Cisco stated.
Network World
OCTOBER 18, 2023
BackBox this week announced its Network Vulnerability Manager (NVM), a software add-on to its existing Network Automation Platform, that will enable network managers to automate operating system upgrades, network configuration updates, and various remediations across firewalls and other network and security devices.
Network World
JUNE 17, 2020
Palo Alto Networks has released next-generation firewall (NGFW) software that integrates machine learning to help protect enterprise traffic to and from hybrid clouds , IoT devices and the growing numbers of remote workers.
Network World
JULY 25, 2023
The Network Resilience Coalition includes AT&T, Broadcom, BT Group, Cisco Systems, Fortinet, Intel, Juniper Networks, Lumen Technologies, Palo Alto Networks, Verizon and VMware. Its aim is to deliver open and collaborative techniques to help improve the security of network hardware and software across the industry.
Tech Republic
AUGUST 5, 2022
Windows 10 Firewall is a robust security system that's easy to set up and configure. Here's how to use it to block network access and create exceptions for apps, servers and ports. The post How to turn on the Windows 10 Firewall and configure its settings appeared first on TechRepublic.
Network World
MAY 18, 2022
Today’s hybrid workplace, where employees are on the road, working from home and maybe visiting the office once or twice a week, has forced network and security teams to adopt a more flexible approach to managing the network, identities, and authentication. To read this article in full, please click here
Network World
OCTOBER 11, 2017
Network-based firewalls have become almost ubiquitous across US enterprises for their proven defense against an ever-increasing array of threats. A recent study by network testing firm NSS Labs found that up to 80% of US large businesses run a next-generation firewall. What is a firewall? billion by 2020.
Network World
APRIL 4, 2022
Fortinet has made available a new release of its core FortiOS software that includes features the vendor says will help enterprises more tightly meld security and networking controls. FortiOS 7.2, FortiOS is the vendor’s operating system for the FortiGate family of hardware and virtual components.
Association of Information Technology Professional
MARCH 31, 2023
Over the past six years, the internet has gotten more dangerous, and organizations can no longer rely on traditional security tools to protect their networks. They need skilled IT pros to complement the security offered by firewalls and software.
Network World
MARCH 8, 2019
VMware has taken the wraps off a firewall it says protects enterprise applications and data inside data centers or clouds. To read this article in full, please click here
Network World
DECEMBER 6, 2021
Cisco Systems has been hit with an unusual double-whammy of issues, one of them in software and one in hardware. First, the more serious issue, a firewall flaw. The problem is in the Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) and Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) firewalls. To read this article in full, please click here
CTOvision
OCTOBER 15, 2015
New research with the Aberdeen Group highlights how network complexity is adding cost and increasing risk. Register >> Network firewalls have long been established as the ubiquitous first line of defense for every organization’s network security strategy. Better manage network configurations. The result?
Network World
MARCH 6, 2019
Cisco has bundled 25 security advisories that describe 26 vulnerabilities in Cisco NX-OS switch and Firepower FXOS firewall software. While the 26 alerts describe vulnerabilities that have a Security Impact Rating of “High,” most –23 – affect Cisco NX-OS software, and the remaining three involve both software packages.
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 10, 2022
Cyber criminals have an easier entry into the company network. Doubling down and ensuring 100% effectiveness of your human firewall has never been more important. The post Cracking the Hackers: How to Build a 100% Engaged Human Firewall appeared first on TechRepublic. Home connections are less secure. Employees are distracted.
Tech Republic Security
JULY 29, 2022
Maintaining strong network security has become more challenging than ever in today’s educational ecosystem. Unfortunately, relying on traditional tools such as anti-virus software and firewalls to. Unfortunately, relying on traditional tools such as anti-virus software and firewalls to.
The Accidental Successful CIO
AUGUST 25, 2021
You’d want to know that all of your servers and networking gear was secure. Well, that’s all about change and it’s going to change because mall CIOs are starting to deploy facial recognition software to keep track of you and me. What Facial Recognition Software Can Do.
Network World
SEPTEMBER 24, 2021
Cisco has patched three critical security holes in its IOS XE software that's used across a variety of its core routers and switches. The three critical warnings are part of a big release of 32 security alerts , many of which are IOS XE-related, including firewall, SD-WAN and wireless access vulnerabilities.
Gizmodo
FEBRUARY 11, 2021
Recent updates from government authorities claim the facility did not have some basic network protections—including a firewall. The water plant in Oldsmar, Fla. targeted by a hacker in a horrifying cyberattack last week is said to have exhibited very weak IT security practices. Read more.
Data Center Knowledge
MAY 14, 2015
The company’s orchestration software is designed to function as the centralized management layer for all OpenStack-related networking decisions, including managing routing, load balancing, firewall and more Read More.
Network World
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Looking to significantly reinforce its security software portfolio, Cisco has struck a $28 billion cash deal to acquire enterprise and cloud protection company Splunk. Founded in 2003, Splunk’s software platform is known for its wide-reaching ability to search, monitor and analyze data from a variety of systems.
Network World
AUGUST 29, 2023
The vendor added the new features to its FortiSASE offering, which includes SD-WAN, secure web gateway, firewall as a service, cloud access security broker, and zero trust network access (ZTNA) , all running on top of its FortiOS operating system. To read this article in full, please click here
CTOvision
MAY 16, 2017
Solarflare, a global leader in networking solutions for modern data centers, is releasing an Open Compute Platform (OCP) software-defined, networking interface card, offering the industry’s most scalable, lowest latency networking solution to meet the dynamic needs of the enterprise environment. Marty Meehan.
TM Forum
JANUARY 27, 2022
As Orange Group’s CTO and Senior Vice President Orange Innovation Networks he is responsible for steering the evolution of the operator’s networks, including their software transformation. But it’s not the first time that he’s been involved in largescale software-based systems transformation.
CIO Business Intelligence
JULY 11, 2022
Networks are under pressure like never before. For networking security leaders, too many blind spots in their network security operations means too many vulnerabilities. With the shift to hybrid work, data, applications, intellectual property, and personal information is no longer stashed safely behind a corporate firewall.
SecureWorld News
OCTOBER 8, 2023
The rise of personal gadgets, the shift towards remote work, the BYOD trend , and advances in AI have all contributed to home networks becoming an extension of companies' cyber defense perimeters. However, many end-users do not recognize their home networks as extensions of their company's security boundaries.
CTOvision
JANUARY 23, 2015
Products from Palo Alto Networks can give you that platform approach. Palo Alto Networks promises to safely enable applications to prevent both known and unknown threats for all users on any device, and any network, physical or virtual, in a highly automated way, while sharing threat intelligence with their customers.
CTOvision
MAY 9, 2017
Solarflare, a global leader in networking solutions for modern data centers, is releasing an Open Compute Platform (OCP) software-defined, networking interface card, offering the industry’s most scalable, lowest latency networking solution to meet the dynamic needs of the enterprise environment.
Network World
FEBRUARY 2, 2021
Arista has expanded its security software to let customers control authorized network access and communication between groups from the data center to the cloud. CloudVision’s network information can be utilized by Arista networking partners including VMware, Microsoft and IBM’s Red Hat.
Network World
JULY 7, 2016
Firewall devices are only as good as the hundreds, or even thousands, rules that govern them. Misconfigurations, unused rules and conflicting rules can cause firewalls to fail in their crucial missions. To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here (Insider Story)
Network World
NOVEMBER 12, 2021
Nvidia has announced a Zero Trust platform built around its BlueField data-processing units and Nvidia software. Get regularly scheduled insights by signing up for Network World newsletters.]. [Get Get regularly scheduled insights by signing up for Network World newsletters.]. To read this article in full, please click here
Network World
JUNE 7, 2023
Looking to harness a decade of AI/ML development Cisco this week previewed generative AI-based features it will soon bring to its Security Cloud service and Webex collaboration offerings. To read this article in full, please click here
CTOvision
AUGUST 20, 2016
With this post we are initiating coverage of Bayshore Networks in our IoT Companies category. Traditionally used for Operational Technology (OT), this industrial equipment is being increasingly managed by IT networks, introducing a new layer of complexity. For more see: Bayshore Networks. Research Team.
Network World
APRIL 25, 2016
While always an integral part of a company’s security procedures, firewalls are becoming even more important as more companies move to the cloud and software defined networks. A firewall is a network security system that controls and monitors incoming and outgoing network traffic, based on preset security parameters.
Dataconomy
AUGUST 1, 2023
A plan will help you figure out exactly the type of software you need and the benefits it will deliver to your customers, employees, and, ultimately, your business’s bottom line. Assuring cybersecurity A key element of any digital transformation strategy must include the deployment of cybersecurity software. Is it scaleable?
Computerworld Vertical IT
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Devices were kept in offices, shared the same network, and were protected by antivirus software, firewalls, and software updates. This system wasn’t perfect and became increasingly specialized, with security teams, networking teams, and others all working in different sectors. With mobility, this changed.
ComputerWorld IT Management
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Devices were kept in offices, shared the same network, and were protected by antivirus software, firewalls, and software updates. This system wasn’t perfect and became increasingly specialized, with security teams, networking teams, and others all working in different sectors. With mobility, this changed.
CTOvision
SEPTEMBER 20, 2016
The problem is that threat actors are able to get through the castle gates (firewalls) and once in, are able to evade the castle guards (IPS). Since 2000, secure networks have been built by segmenting traffic at the switch port level from server to server, radically limiting east-west traffic. Microsegmentation will fix this.
CTOvision
JUNE 3, 2016
Not attending to wireless network security is like leaving a door unlocked to your house, inviting cybercriminals in to access information on your life, family and finances. Do not open any ports on the router firewall – there is no reason for a household to be reached by the outside – no matter what the advice may be from the vendor.
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