The Ultimate Guide to Network Security

2026 · Kiwi Edition

Network Security encompasses the technologies, policies, and practices designed to safeguard computer networks from unauthorized access, attacks, and data breaches. In an era marked by digital transformation, cloud adoption, and increased remote workforces, securing networks has become an essential priority for businesses, governments, and institutions alike.

This tag brings together an extensive range of insights and developments on network security, reflecting current challenges such as ransomware surges, DDoS attacks, vulnerabilities in IoT devices, and emerging risks linked with AI and cloud infrastructures. Readers can explore the evolving landscape of network protection technologies including virtual firewalls, secure SD-WAN solutions, zero trust models, encrypted traffic management, and unified threat management platforms.

From detailed case studies on securing healthcare and retail sectors to analysis of regional cyber threat trends, readers will find practical advice, expert opinions, and vendor news that illuminate how network security strategies adapt to protect organizational assets, maintain compliance, and ensure business continuity in an increasingly complex cyber-threat environment.

Whether you are a cybersecurity professional looking to stay abreast of the latest innovations or a business leader seeking to understand and mitigate risks to your network infrastructure, this collection of stories offers valuable perspectives on the critical role of network security today.

Kiwi Network Security news
Analyst Insights
Check Point wins Frost & Sullivan recognition for WAF
Frost & Sullivan · Network Security · Firewalls
Last week
Check Point tops Miercom hybrid mesh security benchmark
Miercom · Network Security · Firewalls
Last week
Check Point tops Miercom hybrid mesh security benchmark
Miercom · Network Security · Malware
Last week
Extreme says Platform ONE cuts network costs by 32%
Enterprise Management Associates · Network Security · EduTech
Last week
Gigamon eyes AI-led surge in network observability
IDC · Network Security · Virtualisation
This month
Reviews
Hands-on Review: Asus ZenWiFi BD4 Smart Home Mesh
Gaming
Tue, 21st Oct 2025
Expert columns
One click can trigger a breach, but security can stop it
By Jerome Lowe of SonicWall
Today
Turning security into a story: How managed service providers use reporting to drive retention and revenue
By Scott Jenkins of SonicWall
Last week
From scramble to certainty: rethinking tax time for Kiwi small businesses
By Shannon Harris of HP New Zealand
Last week
VPN vulnerabilities don't have to become breaches
By Jerome Lowe of SonicWall
Last week
Why local secure access is becoming critical for New Zealand organisations
By Nick Frantzen of Fortinet New Zealand
Last week
Cyber breaches need communications planning, data warns
By Dwayne Alexander of Alexander PR
Last week
How MH Enterprise turns trust into cybersecurity success
By Gaëlle Perrin of SonicWall
Last week
Mythos changes everything: Is your AI agent security ready?
By Dev Rishi of Rubrik
Last week
How Atomgate uses education and partnership to drive successful SonicWall upgrades
By Gaëlle Perrin of SonicWall
This month
The hidden risk in New Zealand's digital transformation
By Dr Steven Woodhouse of Fortinet Australia and New Zealand
This month
Microsoft April Patch Tuesday reveals 167 vulnerabilities
By Adam Barnett of Rapid7
This month
The why and what of FIPS 140-3 validation in modern cybersecurity
By Georgy Thadathil of SonicWall
This month
How Apograph uses proactive firewall upgrades to protect clients and control costs
By Gaëlle Perrin of SonicWall
This month
The evolving role of the CSO: From technical guardian to business strategist
By Bill O’Connell of Commvault
Last month
Why AI-powered security needs network telemetry across the hybrid cloud
By Ryan Mahoney of Gigamon
Last month
Interviews
Entrust and Chillisoft partner to kick cybersecurity goals
Discussing Firewalls
Last month
How Formula 1 turns data & cyber security into speed
Discussing Firewalls
Last month
Exclusive: HPE Networking advances 'self-driving' networks
Discussing Firewalls
Fri, 13th Feb 2026
Exclusive: VyOS Networks on why enterprise networks need a unified OS layer
Discussing Virtualisation
Tue, 16th Dec 2025
Recent news
'Be very, very suspicious': Neighbourly breach makes users vulnerable - expert
About Firewalls
Mon, 5th Jan 2026
Fortinet brings AI data centre security to NVIDIA DPUs
About Firewalls
Thu, 18th Dec 2025
Westcon-Comstor expands NZ portfolio with Ivanti agreement
About Firewalls
Wed, 3rd Dec 2025
AI drives smarter, converged cybersecurity across New Zealand
About Firewalls
Mon, 10th Nov 2025
Securing the modern meeting room from hidden cyber risks
About Firewalls
Thu, 6th Nov 2025
Spark & Ericsson launch private 5G to boost NZ industry
About Robotics
Mon, 3rd Nov 2025
NortonVPN unveils major update with fresh features & locations
About iOS
Wed, 27th Aug 2025
Network for Learning upgrades Wi-Fi in over 1,700 NZ schools
About Education, Learning & Training
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
Telesmart joins AoG Marketplace to provide secure network services
About Firewalls
Tue, 1st Jul 2025
Shure launches AV solutions tailored for IT-managed spaces
About Unified Communications
Tue, 3rd Jun 2025
Cudy networking range launches in NZ with local support
About Firewalls
Thu, 1st May 2025
Kusania Cairns joins Gallagher Security in key role
About Firewalls
Mon, 20th Jan 2025
Authsignal unveils palm biometrics terminal for secure ID
About Bluetooth
Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Mako Networks partners with Dynamic Supplies in NZ
About Firewalls
Thu, 14th Nov 2024
Palo Alto Networks launches free cyber education in NZ
About EduTech
Thu, 31st Oct 2024
Gallagher introduces the future-ready Controller C7000 Enhanced in NZ
About Firewalls
Wed, 16th Oct 2024
Optic Security Group Auckland wins top security project award
About Firewalls
Thu, 13th Jun 2024
Kordia reveals digital transition cybersecurity challenges in NZ firms
About Bring Your Own Device
Tue, 2nd Apr 2024
Radware and Spark NZ enter cybersecurity partnership
About Firewalls
Wed, 30th Aug 2023
NTT appoints New Head of Cybersecurity in New Zealand
About Firewalls
Sun, 5th Feb 2023
Job moves
Kusania Cairns joins Gallagher Security in key role
Move at Gallagher Security
Mon, 20th Jan 2025
NTT appoints New Head of Cybersecurity in New Zealand
Move at Lexel Systems
Sun, 5th Feb 2023
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