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.
Two years lurking: Palo Alto Networks reports little-known RAT Trojan
Mon, 24th Apr 2017
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The malware lures users into enabling macros to see the supposed leads and customer lists. The lists are fake.
Riverbed snaps up Xirrus, pushes orchestration to the edge
Thu, 20th Apr 2017
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The consolidation of the wireless networking space is continuing, with Riverbed snapping up Xirrus to strengthen its SD-WAN offering.
Unit 42 researchers suspect Ewind adware Trojan is 100% Russian
Tue, 18th Apr 2017
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The Android Ewind family has just become a little bigger, after Unit 42 researchers discovered multiple new samples of the family.
VeloCloud launches SD-WAN ecosystem to stop breaches in their tracks
Wed, 12th Apr 2017
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VeloCloud strengthens SD-WAN Security Ecosystem with new Technology Partner Program and partnerships with IBM, Check Point, Fortinet and Zscaler.
Nokia's latest Threat Intelligence Report: Smartphone malware skyrockets 400%
Tue, 28th Mar 2017
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Malware infections on smartphones rose nearly 400% in 2016, according to the latest Threat Intelligence Report from Nokia.
Ixia survey finds network complexity is weakening enterprise security
Mon, 27th Mar 2017
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Ixia reveals in their new report that network complexity, not just malware, poses a significant threat to business security.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.