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How to Perform a Firewall Audit in 11 Steps (+Free Checklist)

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A firewall audit is a procedure for reviewing and reconfiguring firewalls as needed so they still suit your organization’s security goals. Auditing your firewall is one of the most important steps to ensuring it’s still equipped to protect the perimeter of your business’ network.

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Cisco to Acquire Splunk for $28 Billion

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In a blockbuster deal that could shake up the cybersecurity market, Cisco announced this morning that it will acquire Splunk for $28 billion. Why Cisco and Splunk Are a Match Splunk was an early mover in the market for cloud SIEM solutions, which gave it a strong early advantage.

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What Is a Next-Generation Firewall?

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A next generation firewall (NGFW) performs deep packet inspection to check the contents of the data flowing through the firewall. Unlike more basic firewalls that only check the header of data packets, NGFWs examine and evaluate the payload data within the packet. Who Needs a Next-Gen Firewall?

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What Is Firewall-as-a-Service? FWaaS Ultimate Guide

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Firewall-as-a-Service (FWaaS) offers firewall capabilities as a cloud-based service. Traditional firewalls protect the network perimeter, enforcing security standards by regulating incoming and outgoing traffic according to rules and traffic analysis. This flexibility ensures strong security, even during rapid growth.

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What Is a Host-Based Firewall? Definition & When to Use

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A host-based firewall is installed directly on individual networked devices to filter network traffic on a single device by inspecting both incoming and outgoing data. Its goal is to establish a uniform security posture throughout the network and improve endpoint security by creating a protective barrier at the individual computer level.

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Hidden Biases in Cybersecurity Reviews – And How to Use Them

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For example, when surveying the market for email security, survey results should include respondents from each category that might represent different needs. Buyers should still use these reports to understand the market and the trends, but put less emphasis on the position of the vendors in the rankings.

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What is a Managed Security Service Provider? MSSPs Explained

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History of MSSPs As internet service providers (ISPs) and telecommunications companies (telecoms) began offering commercial access to the internet in the late 1990s, they began to also offer firewall appliances and associated managed services. As cyber attacks continue to increase in number and sophistication, the need for MSSPs grows.