Cloud Network Security Trends and Tactics

Cloud Network Security Trends and Tactics News

September 27, 2018 27 Sep'18
Network security challenges remain a top concern for IT pros

In networking news, security remains a top concern for IT pros; ExtraHop integrates with Microsoft Azure; and Barefoot Networks unveils developer tools for programmable ASICs.
June 12, 2018 12 Jun'18
Hybrid cloud security architecture requires rethinking

Enterprises need a centralized approach when considering a hybrid cloud security architecture, an analyst says. Plus, is user experience management an IT responsibility?
February 01, 2017 01 Feb'17
In 2017, cybersecurity attacks will follow your data

Thanks to a polarizing election, the potential ramifications of cybersecurity attacks are front and center. Your friends and relatives probably have some concept of what it is that you actually do and its importance. But the daily challenges of ...
December 02, 2016 02 Dec'16
EU, U.S. authorities take down Avalanche global crimeware network

Authorities from 30 countries have dismantled Avalanche, the crimeware-as-a-service network used to steal hundreds of millions from victims around the globe.

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software-defined perimeter (SDP)

Software-defined perimeter (SDP) is a security framework developed by the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) that controls access to resources based on identity. Continue Reading
How to configure a vTAP for cloud networks

A vTAP can give enterprises better visibility into their cloud networks. Expert Frank Siemons of InfoSec Institute explains how virtual network TAPs work and the available options. Continue Reading
How to use Packetbeat to monitor Docker container traffic

Docker containers can help secure cloud applications, but malicious traffic can still move to and from those containers on a network. Dejan Lukan explains how to use Packetbeat to monitor such threats. Continue Reading

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How to apply cloud security controls in the network

Implementing cloud security controls in the network requires a careful balance between protecting points of connectivity while still making it easy for users to access services. Continue Reading
How deception technologies improve threat hunting, response

Deception tech tools enable more effective threat hunting and incident response. Learn how these tools can give security pros an edge in defending their company systems and data. Continue Reading
How to fight cloud security threats effectively

Read this expert guide to discover which current tools, techniques, policies and principles best keep corporate cloud infrastructure, data and software most secure. Continue Reading

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The benefits of using a cloud honeypot for threat intelligence

A cloud honeypot can help enterprises gather threat intelligence. Expert Frank Siemons explains why a cloud-based honeypot deployment is preferable to a traditional one. Continue Reading
Tom Van Vleck on the Multics operating system, security decisions

Time-sharing systems got a lot right from a security standpoint. "We aimed toward a completely lights-out, 'no chance for mistakes' interface," says the security researcher. Continue Reading
Cloud security threats in 2018: Get ahead of the storm

Consistent security for all data from cloud providers and third-party partners is what many consider the next evolution of cloud. The biggest cloud security threats for most companies, however, result from in-house staff mistakes, lack of patching ... Continue Reading

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Botnet attacks are evolving; your defenses must too

Botnets are evolving and will continue to plague organizations. There is no one tool that will be sufficient, so it’s time to layer your anti-botnet defenses. Continue Reading
Get the best botnet protection with the right array of tools

Enterprise anti-botnet defenses, to be effective, must be added in multiple layers. No single security product will do the trick, but the right combo of tools can. Continue Reading
How to prevent an insider data breach of the cloud

Enterprises using the cloud should be particularly careful to avoid an insider data breach. Expert Frank Siemons explains why it's important to stop insider threats in the cloud. Continue Reading