Security News

GTT’s portal feature provides expanded visibility into network security and performance
2021-07-23 01:15

GTT Communications has announced the addition of the Secure Co-Manage feature to its EtherVision portal to provide customers with enhanced network security visibility and the ability to make real-time changes to network configuration and firewall policies. The new portal feature, available with GTT SD-WAN and Security Services, provides expanded visibility into network security and performance.

Enea acquires AdaptiveMobile Security to strengthen its 5G network security portfolio
2021-07-18 23:00

AdaptiveMobile Security announced that is has been acquired by Enea. "We are delighted to become part of the Enea family, a well-respected leader in the telecommunications and security markets. We are aligned on market strategy and can leverage product synergies that will drive market and customer penetration. Our unique offering of security products coupled with deep security intelligence and analyst input will enhance Enea's product offerings, especially in the area of 5G." says Brian Collins, CEO of AdaptiveMobile Security.

Week in review: Microsoft Teams risks, open-source dependencies, DNS’s role in network security
2021-06-13 08:00

The role DNS plays in network securityNew EfficientIP and IDC research sheds light on the frequency of the different types of DNS attack and the associated costs for the last year throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. New Google tool reveals dependencies for open source projectsGoogle has been working on a new, experimental tool to help developers discover the dependencies of the open source packages/libraries they use and known security vulnerabilities they are currently sporting.

Network security firm COO charged with medical center cyberattack
2021-06-11 13:03

The former chief operating officer of Securolytics, a network security company providing services for the health care industry, was charged with allegedly conducting a cyberattack on Georgia-based Gwinnett Medical Center. 45-year-old Vikas Singla supposedly disrupted the health provider's Ascom phone service and network printer service and obtained information from a Hologic R2 Digitizer digitizing device in September 2018.

Verizon Advanced SASE solution merges SD WAN capabilities with network security services
2021-06-10 02:15

Verizon Business announced the launch of its new Advanced Secure Access Service Edge solution, merging SD WAN capabilities with hybrid network connectivity and security services to create a unified, cloud-delivered service able to meet the increasingly complex digital demands of enterprises. More than ever, businesses are looking for scalable, flexible solutions that are able to adapt to business requirements, while optimizing performance and security.

The role DNS plays in network security
2021-06-07 04:00

These figures illustrate the pivotal role of DNS for network security, both as a threat vector and security objective. Around a quarter of companies have suffered a DNS attack abusing cloud misconfiguration, with 47% of companies suffering cloud service downtime as a result of DNS attacks.

Trend Micro Bugs Threaten Home Network Security
2021-05-25 16:41

Three security vulnerabilities have been found in Trend Micro's Home Network Security systems, which can allow denial of service, privilege escalation, code execution and authentication bypass. The Home Network Security Station is an all-in-one device that scans for vulnerabilities for connected devices, performs intrusion detection and allows consumers to control access settings for all devices on the network.

Trend Micro Patches Vulnerabilities in Home Network Security Devices
2021-05-25 04:00

Vulnerabilities identified by security researchers with Cisco's Talos unit in Trend Micro Home Network Security devices could be exploited to elevate privileges or achieve arbitrary authentication. The Home Network Security station provides users with monitoring and protection capabilities, including vulnerability scanning, intrusion prevention, threat protection, and device-based access control.

Fudo Security partners with SYNNEX to deliver zero trust network security
2021-04-27 23:30

Fudo Security announced that the company has signed a distribution agreement with SYNNEX. "Quite often, the misconception is that identity access management solutions are an alternative to privileged access management, but this leaves an organization open to exploits from insider misuse and breached credentials." "Fudo PAM is a comprehensive, all-in-one solution that monitors all remote access and sessions. Other elements like MFA or VPN are insufficient to guarantee a complete safeguard against internal or external threats," explained Patryk Brozek, CEO, Fudo Security.

What IT leaders are prioritizing in network security investments?
2021-04-23 04:30

Five major areas for EMEA network security investments Automation - 21 percent of organizations are investing in automating policy management to safeguard against inefficient and risky functions. Security-development misalignment - 73 percent of IT leaders admit their application development and network security operations teams are not well aligned.