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Sophos to put an end to TLS based Cyber Attacks

CyberSecurity Insiders

Cybersecurity firm Sophos has come up with a solution that promises to put an end to TLS based cyber attacks. Its XGS Series Firewall appliance does a Transport Layer Security (TLS) inspection that is 5 times faster than what the other models offer.

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Next-Generation Firewalls: A comprehensive guide for network security modernization

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The terms computer security, information security and cybersecurity were practically non-existent in the 1980s, but believe it or not, firewalls have existed in some form since that time. Over the years, the traditional firewall has transformed to meet the demands of the modern workplace and adapt to an evolving threat landscape.

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What is 5G security? Explaining the security benefits and vulnerabilities of 5G architecture

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Defining 5G security and architecture. Delving into the technical details of the 5G security architecture is beyond the scope of this article. Improve productivity by enabling safe mobile access to the internet and supply quick remediation capabilities in the event of a cyber attack. What risks does 5G introduce?

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U.S. Security Agencies Release Network Security, Vulnerability Guidance

eSecurity Planet

Senate has also been active, passing the “ Strengthening America Cybersecurity Act ,” which requires critical infrastructure owners to report cyber attacks within 72 hours and ransomware payments within 24. Purdue network architecture. Network Architecture and Design. Network Architecture and Design.

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Adoption of Secure Cloud Services in Critical Infrastructure

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What further compounds an already complex architectural and security landscape is the fact that critical infrastructure industries in various countries tend to be either partially or fully government controlled; with many providing “essential services” such as Healthcare, Water, Power, Emergency Services and Food production.

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Top 12 Firewall Best Practices to Optimize Network Security

eSecurity Planet

Firewalls monitor and control incoming and outgoing traffic while also preventing unauthorized access. Without it, outdated or unnecessary regulations could linger, thereby broadening attack surfaces. Overlapping rules may impair firewall efficiency or expose flaws that allow attackers to circumvent regulations.

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MITRE ResilienCyCon: You Will Be Breached So Be Ready

eSecurity Planet

Speakers at last week’s MITRE ResilienCyCon conference had a surprisingly candid message for attendees: You will likely be breached at some point so focus on the controls and response capabilities your organization needs to survive a cyber attack. Also read : Is the Answer to Vulnerabilities Patch Management as a Service?

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