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Why you must extend Zero Trust to public cloud workloads

CIO

Hence, it’s important to protect the cloud and its various connections across various cloud environments, not just those that directly tie back to the on-premise network. It’s not as simple as just extending traditional firewall capabilities to the cloud. In fact, a few of the most common challenges include: Risk. 8 Complexity.

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Introducing Cloud NGFW for Azure — On-Prem to Azure, Seamlessly Secure

Palo Alto Networks

That’s why we are excited to launch Cloud NGFW for Azure to strengthen security for applications running on Microsoft Azure while streamlining network security operations. This enables customers to maintain centralized threat visibility and management, so they can extend control of network security from on-prem to Azure.

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Learn the Language of Vulnerability Assessment: Key Security Terms You Should Know

Tenable

The simplest accurate description is "any weakness in your network that can be exploited." A vulnerability could also be a host on the network that lacks modern protections like next-generation firewalls or anti-malware features. computers, mobile devices or operational technology such as network switches and control systems).

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The Future of Security

O'Reilly Media - Ideas

The future of cybersecurity is being shaped by the need for companies to secure their networks, data, devices, and identities. For decades, security architects have focused on perimeter protection, such as firewalls and other safety measures. Network locality is not sufficient for decided trust in a network.

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Google Cloud and Palo Alto Networks Deliver Cloud-Native NGFW Service

Palo Alto Networks

Google Cloud and Palo Alto Networks are excited to announce the general availability of Google Cloud Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) Enterprise. Google Cloud NGFW Enterprise offers cutting-edge Layer 7 security features, tailored to safeguard Google Cloud workloads from threats, such as malware, spyware and command-and-control attacks.

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5 Cyber Security Threats to SMEs, and How Software Development Services Can Help

KitelyTech

Rogue staff, particularly those who can access business networks, admin accounts, or sensitive data can cause serious damages. Examples of malware include spyware, Trojans, adware, ransomware and bots. Businesses should also ensure that their anti-virus software, operating systems, firmware and firewalls are up-to-date.

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Winter Is Coming, So Protect Your Business With Its Very Own (Fire)Wall

Strategy Driven

Virus and spyware protection services like those offered by Charles are a first port of call for any company that wants to keep their data and customers safe. And, once you put managed security services like these in place, you can bet that a firewall will soon follow. Your first line of defense.