Network Access Control technologies

Network access control is a crucial part of enterprise security. Get advice on how to achieve NAC and remote access control with the latest security technology and services. In this resource guide you will get tips on using endpoint software, DMZ and VLAN security and remote access management.

February 04, 2021 04 Feb'21
Arista launches zero-trust security with a Forescout option

Arista's zero-trust security framework segments devices into groups and sets policies for network access. Forescout integration is available for dynamic device identification.
May 20, 2020 20 May'20
Forescout sues Advent for calling off acquisition

Forescout Technologies filed a lawsuit against Advent International, claiming the private equity firm violated the terms of its $1.9 billion acquisition agreement.
May 18, 2020 18 May'20
Advent calls off Forescout acquisition

On what was scheduled to be the closing day, Forescout Technologies instead announced Advent International will not proceed with the $1.9 billion acquisition as planned.
February 06, 2020 06 Feb'20
Forescout acquired by private equity firm for $1.9 billion

Network security vendor Forescout Technologies was acquired for $1.9 billion by Advent International, a private equity firm looking to increase its cybersecurity investments.

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