October 30, 2024 at 04:34PM MEF has announced advancements in its MEF 3.0 SASE Certification Program, with Fortinet and Versa achieving full certification alongside service providers like AT&T and Verizon. This certification enhances security assurances for enterprises facing complex cyber threats, supported by rigorous testing in partnership with CyberRatings.org. More details are available at the … Read more
August 13, 2024 at 10:01AM Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) have both proven their value over the past five years, with ZTNA focusing on granular access control and continuous authentication, while SASE offers a converged networking and security architecture. They are more complementary than competing, with SASE filling the … Read more
June 27, 2024 at 11:50AM The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, in collaboration with the FBI and New Zealand organizations, released guidance on modern network access security, emphasizing modern firewall and network access management technologies. It focuses on three approaches: zero trust, secure service edge, and secure access service edge. Recommended practices include continuous monitoring, … Read more
June 26, 2024 at 05:49PM Netskope’s global research reveals evolving CISO roles, with 92% facing tensions with the C-suite due to changes in cyber threats. 57% report increased risk appetite, driven by real cyber incidents and better data access. CISOs aim to be business enablers but struggle to innovate due to C-suite alignment issues. Netskope … Read more
June 19, 2024 at 08:39AM US, New Zealand, and Canada government agencies release guidance for organizations to adopt modern security solutions like Secure Service Edge (SSE) and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) to enhance network access security. The document advises transitioning beyond VPNs due to recent cyber incidents and advocates for approaches aligned with zero … Read more
June 12, 2024 at 03:30PM Fortinet is set to acquire Lacework, a cloud security firm, to bolster its secure access service edge (SASE) offerings with cloud-native security services. Lacework’s platform integrates artificial intelligence, machine learning, data collection, and code security tools to safeguard cloud workflows. The deal is expected to be completed in the second … Read more
April 24, 2024 at 07:06AM SD-WAN revolutionized networking by abstracting network hardware from its control mechanism, allowing dynamic management and network automation. It’s transport agnostic, and its market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 28.31% until 2028. Next, the text explores SD-WAN’s evolution, integration with SASE, challenges, and recommendations, emphasizing the importance of … Read more
March 27, 2024 at 07:03AM As SaaS applications become prevalent in business, the need for optimized network speed and strong security measures grows. However, a new report challenges SASE’s ability to provide comprehensive security against web-based threats. Secure browser extensions are presented as a solution to complement SASE and address its limitations in real-time protection … Read more
March 25, 2024 at 03:00PM In the fast-paced realm of cybersecurity, time is of the essence. Cybercriminals exploit vulnerabilities within 24 hours of access. To combat this, the OODA Loop Military Model, built on Observe, Orient, Decide, and Act, aids defenders. SASE, a cloud-native architecture, harnesses this model by consolidating security controls, enabling real-time visibility, … Read more
February 28, 2024 at 07:45AM Enterprise networks have evolved significantly, with data and applications now spanning a complex array of multi-cloud, on-premises, and legacy infrastructures. Traditional security tools struggle to provide complete visibility amidst this complexity. Extended detection and response (XDR) aims to address these challenges by offering consolidated visibility and advanced threat detection mechanisms, … Read more