Next Gen Firewalls stories
Like its real-world namesake, a firewall in computer technology is a structure preventing unwanted incursion. The real world one slows or stops fire, the virtual one slows or stops hackers and malware as a barrier between the internet and your private network. Firewalls can be physical devices monitoring and filtering traffic going into or out of the network, or it can be a software product or service. A Next Gen firewall performs essentially the same task, but with added intelligence – including application awareness and control, integrated intrusion prevention, and threat intelligence.
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Versa earns unified communications product of the year award
Thu, 6th Jul 2023
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Versa SASE was recognized for integrated secure SD-WAN, secure web gateway, cloud access security broker, zero trust, and network firewalling.
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Fortinet enhances FortiFlex program for demands of modern workplace
Tue, 13th Jun 2023
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Fortinet introduces new product and service additions to its FortiFlex program, offering more flexible licensing options to customers.
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Pacific National partner Fortinet, Ip.Glass securing assets
Wed, 3rd May 2023
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Pacific National safeguards critical infrastructure in Australia while boosting secure network access for reliable operations with Fortinet and Ip.Glass.
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FortiGate 600F NGFW achieves AAA ranking in testing
Fri, 28th Apr 2023
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The tests simulated raw packet processing performance, hypertext transfer protocol (HTTP) capacity and real-world single application flows.
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Versa Networks named 2022 CyberSecured Awards winner
Fri, 13th Jan 2023
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Versa SASE 5G Edge won for delivering the industry’s only complete SASE integration of cloud security, networking, SD-WAN, secure access, and analytics.
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Secure digital acceleration across hybrid IT with Fortinet's latest firewall
Mon, 7th Feb 2022
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The new Fortinet firewall increases security and networking convergence across hybrid IT, enabling secure digital acceleration.
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How machine learning is disrupting NGFWs and network security for the better
Fri, 27th Aug 2021
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According to Palo Alto Networks, there are four key elements of a machine learning-powered next-generation firewall (NGFW).
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Fastly lists next-gen web application firewall on AWS Marketplace
Thu, 26th Aug 2021
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Fastly has made its next-gen web application firewall available in the Amazon Web Services Marketplace, offering comprehensive protection to businesses.
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Fortinet: Visibility, control and resiliency across clouds and workloads
Wed, 25th Aug 2021
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The advantages of a consistent security policy across all clouds and workloads, according to Jon McGettigan, Fortinet ANZ Regional Director.
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Fortinet unleashes latest next-gen firewall for hybrid data centres
Tue, 3rd Aug 2021
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Fortinet’s CMO and EVP of products, John Maddison, says the product combines high performance, integrated networking, and security for hybrid data centres.
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WatchGuard releases two new firewall appliances
Wed, 16th Dec 2020
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New Firebox M Series appliances provide flexible security for organisations managing the increased shift to remote workforces.
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Frost & Sullivan: Firewalls to drive network security market
Thu, 19th Nov 2020
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Enterprises’ heightened threats from criminal entities and state-sponsored actors are strongly encouraging them to adopt network security solutions.
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Check Point a Leader in Firewall Magic Quadrant for 21st Time
Tue, 17th Nov 2020
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It is the 21st time in the company’s history that Check Point has been named a Leader in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Network Firewalls.
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Video: Security for the modern organisation with VMware
Mon, 8th Jun 2020
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Ingram Micro NZ VMware BDM Adam Saunders explains VMware’s solutions for end to end security, from the device to the data centre and cloud.
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Cisco ASA firewall users urged to patch systems now
Mon, 11th May 2020
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Since early January 2020, the number of internet-accessible Cisco ASA devices considered vulnerable has jumped from 170,000 to 220,000.
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WatchGuard recognised as a 2020 Gartner Peer Insights Customers' Choice for Network Firewalls
Thu, 30th Jan 2020
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WatchGuard has been honoured as a 2020 Gartner Peer Insights Customers' Choice for Network Firewalls, reflecting positive feedback from end-user professionals.
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WatchGuard firewall takes top spot in NSS Labs tests
Fri, 19th Jul 2019
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WatchGuard Technologies’ firewall product has achieved commendations from NSS Labs for the third year in a row.
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Palo Alto releases new, feature-rich firewall
Thu, 14th Feb 2019
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Palo Alto is calling it the ‘fastest-ever next-generation firewall’ with integrated cloud-based DNS Security service to stop attacks.
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Microservices firewall firm Alcide raises $7m for expansion
Thu, 22nd Nov 2018
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An Israel-based cybersecurity firm has raised $7 million in Series A funding just seven months after launching its platform.
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How to effectively implement a software-defined secure network
Mon, 12th Nov 2018
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Juniper responds to failing corporate defences, offering a unified cybersecurity platform that evolves with threats.