Bridging the LAN and the WAN: Our WAN Bridge IoT Hack
PubNub
JANUARY 8, 2025
At last week's Hackendo, we bridged the LAN and the WAN, connecting devices on the Wide Area Network securely and reliably with a WAN bridge
Leveraging MAC Address Logic for IoT Classification
CATO Networks
DECEMBER 12, 2024
When an enterprise looks for a network security provider, whether implementing a SASE solution or [against their better judgement] not, one of its pillar requirements is complete visibility of the assets it holds, which provides the ability to manage its devices. Thus, device fingerprinting is a cornerstone for network security.
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Unlocking Simplicity in Network Security: The Cato Networks Story
CATO Networks
JULY 28, 2024
Cato Networks chose to revisit and address two decades of accumulated complexities in networking and security infrastructures, looking to finally solve and break the point problem, point solution cycle. Cato isnt another success story; its an ongoing revolution in network security. Cato envisioned a better way.
Cato Networks Expands Platform to Deliver the Industry’s First SASE-native IoT/OT Security Solution
CATO Networks
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Today, Cato Networks introduced Cato IoT/OT Security , the industrys first SASE-native IoT/OT security solution. Cato IoT/OT Security extends SASE-based protection into IoT/OT environments, improving visibility and security while reducing complexity.
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Where is Network Security headed in 2020?
CATO Networks
FEBRUARY 26, 2020
Almost 15 years later, the comparison applies perfectly to the state of network security. So, after all the running weve done in the 2010s, where is network security headed in 2020? What WAN security solutions do enterprises need to protect their networks as we kick off the decade?
Article: How to Harden Applications Against IIoT Security Threats
InfoQ Articles
NOVEMBER 3, 2021
This article will explore two sides of the IIoT security equation: understanding how and why IIoT systems can become vulnerable to hacking attempts, and which solutions and strategies are available to harden them. It will provide also a set of best practices to address IoT security concerns. By Martin Giess.
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The Future of Network Security: Cybersecurity Predictions for 2023 & Beyond
CATO Networks
FEBRUARY 9, 2023
As new trends emerge in both cyber attacks and defenses every year, we have decided to list our predictions for the top network security trends of 2023 and beyond. #1. And the expansion of complex, multi-cloud environments introduce new security challenges and increased attack vectors.
Top 10 Network Security Conferences in Europe
CATO Networks
MAY 23, 2018
In past years, security experts such as Bruce Schneier , Graham Cluley , and Jack Daniel have given talks. In 2018, the exhibition promises to have well over 110 network security focused vendors. The post Top 10 Network Security Conferences in Europe appeared first on Cato Networks.
IoT has an identity problem. Here’s how to solve it
CATO Networks
JUNE 14, 2023
Successfully Identifying operating systems in organizations has become a crucial part of network security and asset management products. With this information, IT and security departments can gain greater visibility and control over their network. The post IoT has an identity problem.
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The Market Has Spoken: Cato Networks Soars with 46% ARR Growth in 2024
CATO Networks
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
This is significantly faster than the overall SASE market and, we believe, we have the highest ARR growth at scale in the SASE and network security categories. More than 3,000 enterprises now rely on the Cato SASE Cloud Platform to power their secure digital transformation.
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Mirai Malware Targeting the Enterprise
CATO Networks
JUNE 23, 2019
The infamous malware that crippled global DNS provider Dyn, French Web host OVH and security journalist Brain Krebs Web site with botnets of infected home routers, baby monitors and other IoT devices is now infecting enterprise network equipment, according to a recent Palo Alto Networks blog and Network Computing article.
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Firewall as a Service: Uniting your Network and Security Again
CATO Networks
DECEMBER 7, 2016
Relying on this network topology simply doesnt cover your new perimeter: Cloud infrastructure, mobile users and IoT devices are the new normal but FWs and UTMs are not built to secure these integral aspects of your organization. How Firewall as a Service can address these challenges, and what are the required capabilities.
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The Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) as Described in Gartner’s Hype Cycle for Enterprise Networking, 2019
CATO Networks
OCTOBER 1, 2019
Secure Access Service Edge “ Analysis By: Joe Skorupa; Neil MacDonald Definition: The secure access service edge (SASE) are emerging converged offerings combining WAN capabilities with network security functions (such as secure web gateway, CASB and SDP) to support the needs of digital enterprises.
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News in Networking: Apple’s New Data Center, Intel’s New Chip, and a Survey on Network Challenges
Kentik
JULY 13, 2017
Ericsson has new network services for IoT. Also this week, Kentik’s survey from Cisco Live reveals network challenges affecting digital transformation. Ericsson Introduces ‘Massive IoT’ Network Services Suite (ZDNet) Ericsson launched a suite of network services geared towards IoT.
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Digital Transformation Is a Major Driver of Network Transformation
CATO Networks
MAY 29, 2023
For example, many organizations are rapidly adopting cloud computing, and the growing maturity of Internet of Things (IoT) devices has the potential to unlock new operational efficiencies. Decentralized Security: Historically, companies have taken a perimeter-focused approach to network security.
The Future of the Firewall is in the Cloud
CATO Networks
JULY 19, 2023
I read with some surprise the interview with Zscalers CEO, Jay Chaudry, in CRN where he stated that the network firewalls will go the way of the mainframe, that the network is just plumbing and that Zscaler proxy overlay architecture will replace it with its application switchboard. This is my take. The idea behind Cato is simple.
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SASE Enables Consistent Security for the Modern Enterprise
CATO Networks
SEPTEMBER 28, 2022
Internet of Things (IoT) devices including both commercial and consumer systems are connected to corporate networks. These IoT devices have unique security challenges and introduce significant risk to corporate networks. As corporate IT environments change, so do their security needs.
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5 Best Practices for Implementing Secure and Effective SD-WAN
CATO Networks
JUNE 5, 2023
Corporate networks are rapidly becoming more complex and distributed. With the growth of cloud computing, remote work, mobile and Internet of Things (IoT), companies have users and IT assets everywhere, requiring connectivity. For this reason, SD-WAN must be deployed together with network security.
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Network Engineer vs Cloud Engineer: Which is Better for 2025?
NW Kings
JANUARY 9, 2025
Network Engineer Network Engineers focus on the design and management of networks that connect computers and devices. Managing network security to protect data integrity. Troubleshooting issues that arise within a network. What Are the Career Prospects for Cloud Engineers and Network Engineers?
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Why Application Awareness is Essential for Firewall Security
CATO Networks
OCTOBER 25, 2022
Firewalls – the foundation of an organizations network security strategy – filters network traffic and can enforce an organizations security rules. However, a firewall is only effective if it can accurately identify network traffic and apply the appropriate security policies and filtering rules.
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Why SASE Must Support ALL Edges, ALL Traffic, and ALL Applications
CATO Networks
OCTOBER 18, 2020
In its August 2019 report, The Future of Network Security Is in the Cloud, Gartner saw SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) as creating a single network for the complete enterprise, connecting and securing all edges everywhere.
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Network Firewalls Are Still Vital in the Era of the Cloud
CATO Networks
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022
Many organizations struggle to effectively adapt their security models and architectures to support their new cloud environments, leading to widespread security misconfigurations and frequent cloud data breaches. Network firewalls are responsible for inspecting and securing this network traffic, so they must scale with the network.
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2025 predictions for state and local government: navigating the digital future
Juniper
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
Theyre using Junipers AI-Native Networking to deploy a sophisticated IoT network to manage city cameras and monitor traffic. And dont forget that Juniper Mist is StateRAMP certified to help with network security of digital transformation and the procurement processes needed to execute strategy.
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HPE’s SD-WAN Leadership: A Testament to Innovation and Excellence
Router-switch
OCTOBER 6, 2024
Modern enterprises are negotiating a complicated environment of network administration. The rising adoption of remote work, cloud computing, and IoT devices complicates the task of maintaining secure, efficient, and scalable network infrastructures.
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Customer Case Study: Cloud Migration Drives Global WAN Overhaul
CATO Networks
SEPTEMBER 12, 2016
He has more than 20 years of experience in network security and information management, and specializes in enterprise infrastructure, security and project management. This scenario created an unacceptable risk to the companys operations due to the introduction of a new, unmanaged, network security element.
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If You Want a True Security Platform, You Need SASE
CATO Networks
OCTOBER 31, 2022
The Goal: Combining Many Security Functions Within a Single Solution Companies face a variety of cyber threats, a problem that is exacerbated by the evolution of corporate IT infrastructures and the cyber threat landscape.
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The Top 4 Industry 4.0 Challenges and How SASE Helps Manufacturers Overcome Them
CATO Networks
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
AI, IoT, and RPA, for example, are transforming and streamlining the design, production and distribution of products. Success 1: Network Security Many machines, systems, and devices in use by manufacturers are vulnerable to cyberattack. Industry 4.0 But these advancements also bring new challenges for manufacturers.
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SASE is the Right Choice for Cyber Risk Management
CATO Networks
NOVEMBER 29, 2022
By consistently enforcing security policies and blocking attacks across the entire corporate WAN, SASE dramatically reduces an organizations cybersecurity risk. Enhancing Your Enterprise Network Security Strategy | Webinar #2. SASE supports risk avoidance by offering a secure alternative to legacy network security solutions.
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How Packet Uses Kentik to Make Infrastructure a Competitive Advantage
Kentik
NOVEMBER 14, 2019
Customers like Sprint run their 5G IoT network off of Packet, and we support them in building infrastructure and giving them the fundamental network primitives so that they can deliver their IoT platform. Q: How does Packet use Kentik for network security?
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The Magic Quadrant for Single Vendor SASE and the Cato SASE Experience
CATO Networks
AUGUST 22, 2023
We roll them out at a pace of 3,000 enhancements per year, on a bi-weekly schedule, without compromising availability, security, or the customer experience. Cato delivers the true SASE experience. That powerful simplicity customers have been longing for.
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Industry 4.0 – Talking About a Revolution
CATO Networks
APRIL 4, 2021
merges traditional systems with new digital technologies (IoT, AI, big data, AR, robotics, M2M, real-time analytics, and so on), facilitating automation, agility, and efficiency to create a world of smart manufacturing. Fortunately, this network already exists. The fourth industrial revolution aka Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0
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The Value of Security Simplicity
CATO Networks
APRIL 12, 2022
The industry has moved away from castle and moat designs and replaced them with cloud platforms for a variety of services, effectively moving from endpoint security to network security and finally to cloud security and cloud-delivered network security.
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SSE Is a Proven Path for Getting To SASE
CATO Networks
OCTOBER 30, 2023
With the widespread adoption of cloud services and remote work, and the broadening distribution of applications and employees away from traditional corporate locations, organizations require a more flexible and scalable approach to network security. But adoption paths can vary widely.
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ChatGPT and Cato: Get Fish, Not Tackles
CATO Networks
MAY 24, 2023
How does this new paradigm translate into SASE , networking, and security? Historically, networking and network security solutions provided tools for engineers to design and build their own solutions to achieve a business outcome. We have discussed at length the topic of outcomes vs tools.
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2025 predictions for state and local government: navigating the digital future
Juniper
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
Theyre using Junipers AI-Native Networking to deploy a sophisticated IoT network to manage city cameras and monitor traffic. And dont forget that Juniper Mist is StateRAMP certified to help with network security of digital transformation and the procurement processes needed to execute strategy.
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NetOps for Application Developers: Understanding the Importance of Network Operations in Modern Development
Kentik
APRIL 16, 2023
As these applications scale, and engineering for reliability comes into the forefront, DevOps engineers begin to rely on networking concepts like load balancing, auto-scaling, traffic management, and network security. DevOps and NetOps need to work together Collaboration is often a two-way street.
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The Impact of 5G on Enterprise Network Monitoring
Kentik
MAY 16, 2018
To offer just one example, the scalable connection density and low-latency response from 5G will play a key role in driving IoT device monitoring and control across industries. End users of these devices will experience throughput and responsiveness only previously available on fixed networks. 5G and SDN Capabilities Intersect.
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How a Managed Firewall Can Help Close Corporate Security Gaps
CATO Networks
OCTOBER 11, 2022
Some of the major challenges that IT and security teams face include: Expanding IT Infrastructure: Corporate IT infrastructures are expanding and growing more diverse due to numerous drivers. Companies are increasingly adopting cloud infrastructure, remote and hybrid work models, and Internet of Things (IoT) and mobile devices.
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Why Schools Need a Network Firewall
Akins IT
MARCH 13, 2023
The Increasing Cybersecurity Risks for Schools and How to Overcome Them As schools adopt new learning initiatives such as online learning, cloud based systems, and integrate mobile and IoT devices into their networks, cybersecurity risks are also increasing. Partner with Akins IT.
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What’s Wrong with a Digital Geneva Convention?
CATO Networks
MARCH 23, 2017
The Mirai botnet that launched the DDOS attack DYNs DNS, for example, used home routers, cameras and other IOT devices. Helping to secure the home and its devices against botnets like Mirai, helps protect the enterprise from attack. Its also that homes house new, more powerful devices that are being used to launch attacks against us.
Top 15 Enterprise Networking Experts To Follow
CATO Networks
FEBRUARY 5, 2018
He specializes in network infrastructure for enterprise clients and understands the complexities of go-to-market best practice and delivery. Nolan also shines a light on IOT and LP-WAN. Mark Bayne LinkedIn Profile Mark is Director of Sales Engineering at CATO Networks.
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Rebuilding home network from scratch - step by step instructions to avoid infection/vulnerabilities
Network Engineering
FEBRUARY 13, 2025
set up vlans for work pc, iots, phone, test environment, and guest network. Please recommend path of least resistance and fewest expenses to create a secure network from scratch and ensure that it doesnt have any known vulnerabilities. I have been taking courses on network security and they just lead me down rabbit holes.
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Season 11: The tech behind the TAG Heuer Porsche Formula E Team
CATO Networks
JANUARY 22, 2025
This season, the TAG Heuer Porsche Formula E Team is benefiting from new Cato SASE platform capabilities, bringing even greater security, control, and visibility to their network. Cato IoT/OT Security simplifies the management and security of the teams IoT/OT environment.
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What are the Current Trends in Cybersecurity 2025?
NW Kings
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
The program covers various topics, such as network security, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessment, to train individuals to find and fix security weaknesses in computer systems. IT professionals seeking to enhance their skills in network security and penetration testing.
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