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Network Management stories - Page 39

Fundamental to the wellbeing of the networks relied upon for everything from home internet to enterprise connectivity, Network Management is a broad category of applications, tools and processes which underpin the reliable operation of network infrastructure. This includes tools for provisioning, operating, maintaining, administering and securing networks of every kind. Network Management keeps network resources available, efficient and safe for all users.
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Equinix: Realizing the true potential of NFV

Wed, 15th Mar 2017
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Equinix champions flexible networks via NFV, unlocking rapid, cost-effective service delivery for enterprise digital transformation.
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Unit 42 reports 'Blank Slate' malspam campaign pummels hosting providers in 'cycle of abuse'

Tue, 14th Mar 2017
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Unit 42 has provided an inside look at how a malicious spam campaignis using double-zipped Word files to spread ransomware on Windows computers.
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WatchGuard's global reseller survey finds ransomware top customer fear for 2017

Mon, 13th Mar 2017
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A global survey by WatchGuard has shown that more than 80% of resellers believe their customers are most worried about ransomware and its effects.
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WatchGuard reveals why defence is never enough in the fight against ransomware

Mon, 13th Mar 2017
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Ransomware. It is a deadly form of computer malware that can cripple your systems, drain your bank accounts and wipe all your critical business data.
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Unit 42 discovers apps compromised by iFrames on Google Play

Tue, 7th Mar 2017
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A number of apps appearing on Google Play contained IFrames infections that link to malicious domains in their HTML pages. Unit42 gives details.
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Fortinet targets MSSPs with new partner program

Mon, 6th Mar 2017
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Fortinet has launched a new program for MSSPs which it says will help partners accelerate profitability and increase leadership.
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How to automate business intent with an SD-WAN

Thu, 2nd Mar 2017
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Revolutionising enterprise connectivity with SD-WAN, businesses embrace automation, streamlining WANs to champion cloud applications.
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Palo Alto Networks snaps up LightCyber for automated behaviour analytics prowess

Thu, 2nd Mar 2017
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Palo Alto Networks has paid $105 million for cybersecurity provider LightCyber, so it can fuse automated behavioural analytics into its own platform.
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Palo Alto Networks deploys next-gen security for King Country electricity provider

Wed, 1st Mar 2017
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The Lines Company deployed Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Security Platform as part of a massive upgrade to its IT infrastructure.
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Sophos launches new suite for cloud security and IoT management

Tue, 28th Feb 2017
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Sophos Mobile 7 is available now for on-site installation and will be available through cloud-based Sophos Central in mid-March 2017.
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Could deception methods be the new answer to cybersecurity?

Mon, 27th Feb 2017
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Firms are unable to detect attackers for almost five months once they are inside systems, but deceiving attackers along the way can slow them down.
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Fortinet's security fabric tackles IoT vulnerabilities head on

Fri, 10th Feb 2017
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Fortinet beefs up IoT defence, offering a strategic security fabric to address a growing cyber threat landscape in a connected world.
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Sophos holds strong in Magic Quadrant as industry catches up to new era of endpoint security

Wed, 8th Feb 2017
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Amongst the Magic Quadrant leaders is global endpoint and network provider Sophos, which has held a Leader position since 2007.
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Palo Alto amplifies endpoint platform to tackle credential theft

Wed, 8th Feb 2017
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Credential abuse and theft are two main ways threat actors are able to compromise and move within an organisation to steal valuable assets.
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Trend Micro's lowdown on the bug that puts Windows systems at risk of DoS attacks

Tue, 7th Feb 2017
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Memory corruption bug in Windows OS can cause DoS attack and remote code execution, with no current solution available.
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WatchGuard unveils new threat detection and response to security suite

Tue, 31st Jan 2017
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WatchGuard launches its new Threat Detection and Response service, providing advanced threat detection and central response capabilities.
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Japan telco provider heads to managed cloud through managed SD-WAN

Wed, 25th Jan 2017
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Japanese telco provider NTTPC Communications is choosing a new managed cloud network service to improve infrastructure and services for clients.
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Secure SD-WAN - how does that work?

Wed, 25th Jan 2017
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IT professionals, especially those involved in telecommunications, should always beware of anything that's connected to the internet.
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Former NSA exec to take charge of global security at Fortinet

Wed, 18th Jan 2017
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Fortinet appoints Phil Quade as CISO, with responsibility for information security and expanding the company's federal and critical infrastructure business.
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Palo Alto Networks: Second wave of Shamoon 2 attacks identified

Mon, 16th Jan 2017
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This latest attack materially impacts one of the primary countermeasures employed against wiper attacks: Virtual Desktop Interface snapshots.