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The role of change management in cybersecurity awareness education
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

The role of change management in cybersecurity awareness education

Imparting cybersecurity awareness as part of a wider change-management process can turn workers into robust defences against evolving threats.

By Ilan Rubin • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Mar 2024
Why businesses need a virtual firewall for optimal cloud protection
Firewalls

Why businesses need a virtual firewall for optimal cloud protection

As cloud-based operations' security challenges mount, businesses are urged to employ virtual firewalls, crucial for preserving data integrity, enforcing compliance and retaining customer trust.

By Ilan Rubin • 3 min read • Tue, 20th Feb 2024
How businesses can transition to a single vendor SASE solution
Firewalls

How businesses can transition to a single vendor SASE solution

To address the challenges of complex security environments, vendors are now providing single-vendor SASE solutions.

By Ilan Rubin • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Nov 2023
Four steps organisations can take to improve cybersecurity awareness
Data Protection

Four steps organisations can take to improve cybersecurity awareness

The message is clear: companies must adapt, empower, and educate. As the cyber landscape evolves, so must an organisation's defences.

By Ilan Rubin • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Oct 2023
How the rise of the hybrid mesh firewall is revolutionising network security
Firewalls

How the rise of the hybrid mesh firewall is revolutionising network security

From complex, persistent attacks to stealthy attempts on non-traditional devices, cybercriminals are constantly refining their tactics.

By Ilan Rubin • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Oct 2023
Why existing employees could be the key to closing the cybersecurity skills gap
Risk & Compliance

Why existing employees could be the key to closing the cybersecurity skills gap

Upskilling existing employees offers a faster and potentially more cost-effective strategy to close the skills gap.

By Ilan Rubin • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Sep 2023
Improving organisation's productivity with hybrid architecture
Digital Transformation

Improving organisation's productivity with hybrid architecture

Traditional network architecture is no longer reliable enough for modern businesses and is being superseded by hybrid architecture.

By Ilan Rubin • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Jul 2023
Looking beyond cybersecurity: achieving better business outcomes
Partner Programmes

Looking beyond cybersecurity: achieving better business outcomes

Today's CISOs must expand their positions to ensure that the technology solutions and expertise delivered also extend to key business outcomes.

By Ilan Rubin • 3 min read • Mon, 26th Jun 2023
The need to create a strong cyber response framework
Ransomware

The need to create a strong cyber response framework

A cyber response framework should be a comprehensive and dynamic plan that looks at all aspects of incident response.

By Ilan Rubin • 3 min read • Thu, 18th May 2023
Why securing digital assets is critical for businesses
Cybersecurity

Why securing digital assets is critical for businesses

Security hardening is an effective way to enhance cybersecurity by reducing a business's attack surface exposure and protecting it against hostile forces.

By Ilan Rubin • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Apr 2023
New Cybersecurity approaches for staying ahead of threats
Internet of Things

New Cybersecurity approaches for staying ahead of threats

UK Faces Rising Data Breach Threats as Cyber Threats Spill into Mainstream, According to New Report - @journalist #cybersecurity #datasecurity #IoT.

By Ilan Rubin • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Mar 2023
Why securing hybrid networks with next-generation firewalls is essential in an evolving landscape
Firewalls

Why securing hybrid networks with next-generation firewalls is essential in an evolving landscape

Hybrid networks pose significant challenges, particularly when there isn't a centralised security strategy in place.

By Ilan Rubin • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Feb 2023
Why you need to make cybersecurity an urgent priority
Internet of Things

Why you need to make cybersecurity an urgent priority

Geopolitical uncertainty, rapid Internet of Things (IoT) adoption, and accelerated digitalisation will continue to fuel cyberattacks in the years to come.

By Ilan Rubin • 3 min read • Tue, 31st Jan 2023
Improving the IT & user experience of SD-WAN with AIOps
Network Infrastructure

Improving the IT & user experience of SD-WAN with AIOps

Organisations face growing pressure to strengthen their security posture with robust cybersecurity measures that protect against new and emerging threats.

By Ilan Rubin • 4 min read • Tue, 18th Oct 2022
Leveraging the human factor as part of an organisation's overall cybersecurity framework
Firewalls

Leveraging the human factor as part of an organisation's overall cybersecurity framework

In the fight against cyberthreats, the human factor is often overlooked. Humans can be both a vulnerability and a defense. #cybersecurity.

By Ilan Rubin • 3 min read • Wed, 31st Aug 2022
Why comprehensive and secure SD-WAN solutions are essential for business success
Network Infrastructure

Why comprehensive and secure SD-WAN solutions are essential for business success

Organisations must choose a secure SD-WAN provider carefully to protect their network and customers, writes cybersecurity journalist.

By Ilan Rubin • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Jul 2022
How organisations can mitigate IoT and IIoT security risks
Internet of Things

How organisations can mitigate IoT and IIoT security risks

The rapid growth of IoT and IIoT markets has raised security concerns. Here are five ways to mitigate the risks.

By Ilan Rubin • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Jul 2022
The importance of zero trust to secure the expanding edges of networks
Software-as-a-Service

The importance of zero trust to secure the expanding edges of networks

The rise of remote work has expanded the attack surface for cybercriminals. Implementing a zero trust approach to security is now essential.

By Ilan Rubin • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Jun 2022