Software-defined security best practices

Software-defined networking adoption has grown among enterprises looking to deploy more felxible network infrastructure. This section cover the latest issues, trends and insights about SDN security as well as the trend of software-defined security.

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Q&A: Software-Defined Secure Networks with Juniper's Kevin Walker

Juniper's Kevin Walker talks with SearchSecurity about his company's Software-Defined Secure Network platform, improving SDN security, and the evolution of machine learning.

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software-defined perimeter (SDP)

The software-defined perimeter, or SDP, is a security framework that controls access to resources based on identity. Continue Reading
What is a software-defined perimeter, and do I need it?

An evolving network world requires evolving network security. Learn how software-defined perimeter offers a compelling answer to network vulnerabilities. Continue Reading
Hyper-convergence forms core of Windows Server 2019 features

The latest server OS release from Microsoft upgrades many of its software-defined features to make it easier to use a hybrid cloud model. Continue Reading

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Weighing the future of firewalls in a zero-trust world

Cybersecurity pros have been predicting the firewall's demise for years, yet the device is still with us. But does it have a place in zero-trust networks? One analyst says yes. Continue Reading
Home SD-WAN will redefine next-generation WAN

The need for home-office SD-WAN won't end when the pandemic does. Learn how best to provide this essential tech to your organization's at-home employees. Continue Reading
What to include in an SD-WAN security checklist

SD-WAN security encompasses more than integrated security functionality. Find out which capabilities enterprises should look for when evaluating SD-WAN and security. Continue Reading

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Unify on-premises and cloud access control with SDP

One security framework available to organizations struggling with on-premises and cloud access control issues is a software-defined perimeter. Learn how SDP can help. Continue Reading
6 SaaS security best practices to protect applications

Use these SaaS security best practices to ensure your users' and organization's SaaS use stays as protected as the rest of your enterprise applications. Continue Reading
Implementing an SDP architecture for added network security

A key component of a software-defined perimeter requires client authentication before connection, while also making a network's internals invisible to outsiders. Continue Reading

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5 common SD-WAN challenges and how to prepare for them

SD-WAN technology has its fair share of risk factors, some of which include cost reduction and management. Find out how your IT team can prepare for these challenges. Continue Reading
5G network security concerns and how to prepare for them

Enterprises looking forward to deploying 5G must first assess their security concerns upfront and review their policies and procedures, despite 5G's security improvements. Continue Reading
How SD-WAN security can boost your network security strategy

Many organizations say security is a top priority for their business, but most lack the necessary resources to thoroughly secure their networks and cloud services. SD-WAN could help. Continue Reading