Reframing the ZTNA vs. SASE Debate

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

CISA Releases Guidance on Network Access, VPNs

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

Time to zero in on Zero Trust?

June 12, 2024 at 11:18PM Companies in the ASEAN region traditionally relied on VPNs for internet traffic encryption and user identity protection. However, a recent cyber attack targeting VPN vulnerabilities has raised concerns. The post-pandemic shift to remote and hybrid working in ASEAN countries poses new cyber security challenges. Cloudflare advocates a Zero Trust Security … Read more

Attackers Target Check Point VPNs to Access Corporate Networks

May 28, 2024 at 03:37PM Researchers have seen a rise in attackers using remote access VPNs for unauthorized network access. Check Point’s leadership noted three such attempts and advised organizations to strengthen VPN security by requiring more than just passwords. Industry experts recommend modern authentication methods and transitioning to Zero Trust Network Access for better … Read more

SonicWall Accelerates SASE Offerings; Acquires Proven Cloud Security Provider

January 3, 2024 at 05:19PM SonicWall has acquired Banyan Security, enhancing its cybersecurity solutions by incorporating zero trust security, suited for both large corporations and small businesses transitioning from legacy architectures. The acquisition aligns with SonicWall’s cloud-focused strategy and extends its portfolio to include more flexible and comprehensive offerings. This follows SonicWall’s recent acquisition of … Read more

Extending ZTNA to Protect Against Insider Threats

October 31, 2023 at 08:36AM The text discusses the growing cyber threats and the need for a “never trust, always verify” principle known as Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA). It highlights the challenges of implementing ZTNA within the office and suggests using RBAC+ (Role Based Access Control) to extend ZTNA capabilities. It also emphasizes the … Read more