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Underestimated Application Layer DDoS Attacks
August 29, 2022
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B2B Cyber ​​Security ShortNews

With the rise of remote working, many organizations are embracing network architectures that allow data to be processed and stored closer to the data source. DDoS attacks on the application layer are often underestimated. Although much attention has been paid to mitigating network distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks, it is crucial to also address application layer DDoS attacks, which can be of particular interest to attackers. “While DDoS attacks are well known, they should not be dismissed as the norm in the current attack landscape. Cybercriminals use the results of their application layer DDoS attacks to…

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Zyxel: Vulnerabilities in Firewalls, Access Points and Controllers
June 13, 2022
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Multiple vulnerabilities have been discovered in many Zyxel firewalls, access points and access point controllers. Customers should import the provided updates as soon as possible. In a security warning, the IT company Zyxel, which specializes in network solutions and Internet access, pointed out several security gaps in many of its firewalls, access points and access point controllers. Although none of the vulnerabilities have been classified as critical, the company strongly advises applying the provided patches as soon as possible, as they could still be exploited by criminals and be part of an exploit chain. This is particularly important given that many large...

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Sophos Firewall with even more network performance and flexibility
6 May 2022
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Sophos today introduced a new version of the Sophos Firewall with Xstream Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) capabilities and Virtual Private Network (VPN) enhancements. The innovations significantly increase network performance and flexibility. "Today's globally distributed networks and the explosion of cloud-based applications are forcing many organizations to rethink their traditional WAN architectures," said Raja Patel, senior vice president of products at Sophos. “The new SD-WAN and VPN capabilities built into Sophos Firewall represent a key pillar of our Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) strategy and not only enable organizations to…

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New firewall model UF-760 from LANCOM 
19 April 2022
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The German network infrastructure and security supplier LANCOM Systems is offering a new rackmount firewall. The new top model LANCOM R&S® UF-760 is a powerful all-in-one solution for maximum reliability and the highest level of failsafety in large companies or the public sector such as schools with high data volumes. It ensures effective network security that combines state-of-the-art cybersecurity technologies such as Unified Threat Management (UTM) with sandboxing and machine learning. The UF-760 will be available from LANCOM retailers from the end of April 2022. With the introduction of the UF-760, LANCOM is consistently pushing ahead with the generation change in its next-generation UTM firewalls. Thanks to…

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Zero Trust: Firewalls and passwords are no longer relevant
March 30, 2022
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Zero Trust: Firewalls and passwords are no longer relevant

Three theses for the future of Identity & Access Management. Zero Trust makes firewalls and passwords irrelevant. Multi-factor authentication is also a must for access. The protection of sensitive company networks and critical infrastructures is increasingly in focus in view of the tense security situation. Cyber ​​security concepts currently in use are often put to the test. It is becoming increasingly clear that classic firewall concepts alone are no longer able to offer sufficient resistance to hybrid attack patterns. A modern and centrally organized identity and access management is of particular importance. In this context, becom mentions three essential theses:…

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Better access protection through Zero Trust Network Access
March 30, 2022
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Better access protection through Zero Trust Network Access

Zero Trust is the answer to modern cybercrime, and Sophos is putting that belief into action by integrating its Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) solution with its Intercept X endpoint solution. This further simplifies and improves protection against ransomware and future threats on the cyber floor. An interview with Michael Veit, security expert at Sophos. In their history, cybersecurity products have primarily focused on preventing malicious code from entering and executing computers. However, a trend can currently be observed that requires a rethink: the growing certainty that…

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The Firewall Metamorphosis: Infrastructures in the Cloud
25. February 2022
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The Firewall Metamorphosis: Infrastructures in the Cloud

More and more companies are moving resources and infrastructure to the cloud. In view of this development, conventional firewalls are reaching their limits. Hybrid work and network security must be combined: the firewall metamorphosis. A comment by Michael Veit, Technology Evangelist at Sophos. The current evolution of the modern workplace suggests that both traditional and cloud environments are merging into a world where hybrid security infrastructure use cases will dominate the future of network security. This is where SASE approaches can offer the highest level of flexibility for companies to interact on both sides of the spectrum and…

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Patient data theft protection for large medical offices
5. February 2022
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The Augsburg security gateway manufacturer LINOGATE is launching a firewall for large and group practices. The "Praxis-Wächter" Internet firewall, which is already installed in many medical practices, is now suitable for use in environments with higher performance requirements. This means that the "firewall for doctors" is also suitable for practices that are equipped with far more than 10 Internet-enabled devices. IT security guideline § 75b SGB V of the KBV prescribes an internet firewall. Since April 2021, every medical practice must be equipped with an internet firewall in order to comply with the BSI basic protection as well as with European data protection. Because at...

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New sizing tool for Sophos Firewalls
24 January 2022
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New service offering makes it easier for partners to determine the right firewall for the needs of their customers - on premise, virtual or for the cloud: the new sizing tool for Sophos Firewalls. Sophos is expanding its partner services with a new firewall sizing tool, which is now available online. With the tool, partners can individually and needs-based determine the ideal combination of hardware from the XGS series as well as virtual or cloud appliances for the individual needs of the companies they support. When compiling, both the requirements for the currently existing IT structure are taken into account...

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Nebula update integrates ATP firewalls via the cloud
18 October 2021
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Zyxel USG Flex Firewall

New Nebula update from Zyxel integrates ATP firewalls via the cloud and adds secure VPN to remote workplaces. In conjunction with Nebula, ATP firewalls offer comprehensive protection against zero-day and endpoint attacks. Zyxel Networks, a leading provider of secure AI and cloud-based business and home network solutions, is now supporting its high-quality Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) firewalls with the centralized cloud management solution Nebula, which provides a large number of function updates. This enables SMEs and managed service providers (MSP) to make hybrid work - which has now become the norm in many companies - even more efficiently and successfully. This update is free of charge for existing customers….

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