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Cohesity launches FortKnox to protect data from ransomware attacks
The data management vendor is adding strong data isolation and recovery capabilities with its latest software-as-a-service release, FortKnox.
Cisco warns of critical vulnerability in virtualized network software
Multiple vulnerabilities have been discovered in Cisco's Enterprise NFV Infrastructure Software (NFVIS), the worst of which could let an attacker escape from the guest virtual machine (VM) to the host machine.
Dell offers data, app recovery support for multicloud assets
Dell is adding data recovery solutions to its APEX portfolio, for data centers and public clouds including Azure and AWS.
4 networking best practices learned from the Atlassian network outage
Software vendor posts detailed analysis of what went wrong to help others avoid the same fate
Cisco urges software update to thwart counterfeit switches
Semiconductor material shortages and other supply chain disruptions are contributing to a spike in counterfeit IT gear, Cisco warns.
TLS implementation flaws open Aruba and Avaya network switches to RCE attacks
The network switch vulnerabilities are considered critical and could allow attackers to break network segmentation, exfiltrate data, and escape captive portals.
Basing network security on IP addressing: Would it be worth it?
Rather than layering security onto networks, the networks and carefully managed authorization policies can hinder attacks, but at an administrative cost.
US security agencies warn of threats to industrial, utility control networks
Possible vulnerable devices include Schneider Electric and OMRON controllers and servers that comply with the OPC Unified Architecture.
What is DRaaS and how it can save your business from disaster
Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS) enables enterprises of all sizes to safely backup their data in the cloud and quickly recover from a natural disaster, cyberattack or unplanned outage
Cisco SD-WAN software gains broader application access, enhanced analytics
Cisco upgraded its SD-WAN Cloud OnRamp for SaaS service to provide secure connectivity to a wider range of cloud-based apps and greater visibility into network metrics.
5 VMware products need patching against serious security vulnerabilities
VMware urges patching Workspace ONE Access and VMware products that include components of VMware Identity Manager.
10 essential Linux tools for network and security pros
These open source security frameworks help enterprises stay one step ahead of attackers by facilitating penetration testing and vulnerability assessments on wired and wireless enterprise networks.
Who’s selling SASE and what do you get?
SASE rolls networking and security into a cloud service, making it easier for enterprises to provide simple, secure access to corporate resources. Many vendors offer SASE services, but what they actually provide and how they provide...
IBM z16: A mainframe designed for AI, hybrid cloud, security and open source
IBM says its latest mainframe will support AI analytics at scale and security to withstand expected quantum attacks.
Fortinet tightens integration of enterprise security, networking controls
Fortinet adds new security, SD-WAN, branch, and zero-trust capabilities to FortiOS software.
Zero trust requires network visibility
AI and machine-learning techniques are imperative in a zero-trust environment that depends on analysis of the behavior of every device, person, or system using the network.
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CISA warns of attacks against internet-connected UPS devices
Threat actors have targeted power supplies whose control interfaces are connected to the internet, and CISA says that they should be disconnected immediately.
