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For enterprise firewalls, performance outweighs security functionality
Some network administrators fear too many security features can cause bottlenecks, slowing the network or worse, shutting it down altogether. Article | 04 May 2010
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Firewall audit tool sales driven by PCI, economic cuts
Firewall audits and change management can be daunting, complex tasks. Automated firewall audit tools are an attractive option for customers, especially those who need to comply with the PCI DSS and those affected by the sluggish economy. Article | 09 Oct 2009
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New Cisco IOS bugs pose tempting targets, says Black Hat researcher
VoIP implementations, basic coding within the devices and few router security features have made them an increasingly attractive target. Article | 30 Jul 2009
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IT pros find corporate firewall rules tough to navigate
Tweaking rules could result in disrupting business communications or opening a hole for unauthorized traffic. Firewall management tools ease the burden. Column | 15 Jun 2009
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Microsoft Threat Management Gateway has some drawbacks
Microsoft's new gateway lacks policy enforcement integration and does not detect the presence of sensitive data or provide PCI features. Column | 17 Mar 2009
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Firewall management tools aid configuration, compliance
Firewall management is critical in today's regulatory climate. Companies looking to streamline firewall management will look to tools from several vendors. Article | 01 Dec 2008
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Web app attacks grow, but developers may fight back
Web application security expert Ryan Barnett would like to see every company use a Web application firewall. But Barnett, director of security at Web application firewall vendor Breach Security Inc., knows that companies need to use more than just fi... Interview | 26 Nov 2008
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Cisco warns of security appliance flaws
Cisco Systems warned customers Wednesday that its Adaptive Security and PIX Security appliances contained flaws affecting the security of VoIP and VPN connections. Article | 23 Oct 2008
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Kaminsky: DNS issue still major threat
Dan Kaminsky, discoverer of a severe DNS vulnerability, says there are a number of complicated systems still vulnerable to attack. Article | 29 Sep 2008
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Cisco releases router patches to plug critical flaws
Symantec elevates threat level in wake of Cisco vulnerabilities. Article | 25 Sep 2008