WatchGuard Technologies stories - Page 7
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WatchGuard launches new AI Antivirus, UTM appliance
Fri, 3rd Aug 2018
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The latest version of Fireware OS introduces new IntelligentAV service for malware detection. Testing of new M270 appliance shows impressive speed.
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WatchGuard launches multi-factor authentication for SMBs
Mon, 30th Jul 2018
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
WatchGuard launches AuthPoint, a cloud-based multi-factor authentication solution tailored for SMBs, addressing their cost and complexity concerns.
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Cryptomining attacks to gain prevalence in H2 2018 – WatchGuard report
Mon, 2nd Jul 2018
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malware
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firewalls
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ddos
Cryptomining malware is on the rise, with 98.8% of Linux/Downloader variants delivering cryptocurrency miners in Q1 2018, WatchGuard reveals.
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The challenges of securing the Ethereum blockchain
Thu, 21st Jun 2018
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Over the past 18 months, blockchains & cryptocurrencies have emerged from technical obscurity to capture the attention of investors around the world.
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Ransomware: Top-of-mind for Aussies, but we just don't know what to do about it
Tue, 12th Jun 2018
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malware
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dr
Ransomware continues to be a major concern for Australian consumers this year - and many are unsure if they have even been affected by it.
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5 IT vendors weigh in on budget announcement
Wed, 9th May 2018
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Leaders from Ricoh Australia, WatchGuard Technologies, 8x8, LogRhythm, and Snowflake Computing give us their view on the recent budget.
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WatchGuard unveils its top ANZ partners of 2017
Fri, 20th Apr 2018
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Sydney-headquartered Greenlight ITC won ANZ partner of the year while Dicker Data picked up ANZ distributor of the year.
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How WatchGuard is targeting the opportunity in SMB security
Wed, 4th Apr 2018
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
WatchGuard’s Mark Sinclair has had his eye on the SMB security space and thinks that his offering might be what MSSPs are after.
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Attackers exploit macro-less Office documents to create havoc
Tue, 3rd Apr 2018
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Cybercriminals use Microsoft Office documents to conduct ‘macro-less’ attacks that dodge organisations’ defences and inject malware.
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WatchGuard introduces advanced learning centre for channel partners
Thu, 25th Jan 2018
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
WatchGuard launches a new advanced learning centre to provide over 9,000 global channel partners with tailored educational paths in a web-based environment.
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Mark Sinclair accelerates WatchGuard ANZ growth and partner momentum
Mon, 22nd Jan 2018
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Based in Sydney, Sinclair will be responsible for expanding the company’s market presence in Australia and New Zealand.
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WatchGuard buys Percipient Networks to harness DNS phishing & malware prevention
Thu, 18th Jan 2018
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
WatchGuard Technologies has bought out security DNS service provider Percipient Networks, adding phishing and malware prevention to its portfolio.
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Interview: WatchGuard's rapid APAC expansion and what's ahead for the security channel
Thu, 14th Dec 2017
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
We talked to WatchGuard Technologies VP of Sales for Asia Pacific and Japan, Sylvain Lejeune, to find out more.
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Script-based cyber attacks rise as threat actors choose stealth
Thu, 14th Dec 2017
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malware
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network infrastructure
WatchGuard Technologies’ latest quarterly Internet Security report has revealed a massive increase in scripting attacks and malware.
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IoT, cryptocurrency, Linux & WiFi hacks: WatchGuard's security predictions for 2018
Thu, 7th Dec 2017
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
WatchGuard Technologies has whipped up some key IT security predictions ranging from IoT botnets to Linux attacks.
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WatchGuard snaps up former IBM sales lead for APAC role
Thu, 26th Oct 2017
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
WatchGuard Technologies has snapped up former IBM sales leader Sylvain Lejeune as its new vice president of sales for Asia Pacific and Japan.
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Credential theft is the hottest trend for cyber attackers in Q2
Fri, 29th Sep 2017
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
This year cyber attackers have narrowed their focus to methods that involve credential theft, be it through malware, phishing or brute force attacks.
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Confusion around GDPR with 37% unsure if they need to comply
Fri, 15th Sep 2017
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
A large portion of businesses have no idea what they need to do in the wake of the fast-approaching General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
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WatchGuard closes Datablink acquisition; continues push into authentication market
Wed, 9th Aug 2017
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
WatchGuard Technologies is venturing into the advanced authentication market after officially closing its acquisition of Datablink.
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Cybersecurity battleground shifting to Linux and web servers - report
Wed, 5th Jul 2017
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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datacentre infrastructure
WatchGuard found that despite an overall drop in general malware detection for the quarter, Linux malware made up more than 36% of the top threats.