In a recent webinar, AWS and SANS explored how the rise in remote workforces has illustrated the need for decentralized network security architectures. A secure access service edge (SASE) implementation brings cloud capabilities to networking and security and involves several security technologies, including firewall-as-a-service (FWaaS). Read this article to learn about FWaaS challenges and benefits, …
Networking
Upgrading router firmware is an effective way to maintain the performance of a router. Firmware updates provide improved security, increased compatibility, and enhanced stability for routers. Not only does upgrading the router firmware lead to improved performance, but it also helps to protect routers from malicious threats and exploits. As routers are the primary connection …
DAI is a layer 2 security configuration configured on switches. It detects incoming ARP messages on ports that are not trusted. Dynamic ARP Inspection filters these messages by comparing them to the DHCP snooping binding table and any set ARP ACLs. If the ARP message does not match the table entry, the packet is discarded. …
QUESTION The Information Technology industry is a rapidly evolving space, and it is essential for professionals to stay up to date with the latest trends in order to remain competitive. The Information Technology industry is ever-evolving, and so are the skills and technologies that are in high demand. In the current Information Technology (IT) industry, …
Problem / Question We are currently evaluating options to upgrade our wireless access points in a location (10 access points). Our current solution is SonicWall SonicPoint, which we have found to be unreliable, difficult to configure and manage, and expensive. I am considering replacing my NSA 2600 firewall with a Fortinet appliance and am exploring …
Problem / Question Our Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) application consists of a Database server (Microsoft SQL Server) and Application server, and clients that run on Personal Computers (PCs). Both servers are virtual machines (Hyper-V) on the same host and connected to a Hyper-V External Virtual Switch (see diagram below). I am inquiring if there are …
Question When creating a Site-to-Site VPN Gateway, you will reach the section to configure the Local Network Gateway. In the Address space field, is it necessary to specify the address space used in the on-prem network? If so, does the address space need to be the same as the address space specified for Azure VNet, …
Let’s say you’ve just gotten yourself some web scraping software. You’re all ready to start combing the internet for valuable data. Before you do, though, you’ll need to understand how to best gather your info.
Penetration testing, also known as ethical hacking or white hat hacking can be carried out in teams or by individuals looking to test a target system for vulnerabilities in the target network, server or device (s), prior to deciding for certain if they will attack or not. Those who carry out penetration tests include in-house …
Neutral-host open access networks present an attractive investment opportunity: learn more how to become the infrastructure partner of choice. 5G and FTTH require telcos to continuously expand and densify their networks. And like Towercos – fibercos present an attractive opportunity for network investors. Fiber is a perfect medium for sharing with its future-proof capacity and …
Networking concepts can be difficult to understand and need a certain degree of precision. It can feel like you’re listening to a foreign language when listening to a data network engineer talk. The application and configuration of data networking hardware requires the implementation of protocols to ensure data moves from one device to another device, …
Question/Problem Description How simple is it for a user to forge the IP address they used to submit a form on a company’s website, to show the geo-location as somewhere specific, even though they may be using an Internet connection elsewhere, even in a different country? What tools would they use so the IP address …
Question I would like to see a list of my users and their assigned IP addresses on Cisco ASA Anyconnect. I have executed the command: show vpn-sessiondb anyconnect sort name How do I get the output in a table format with just name and assigned IP address?
Question How do I add abc.io domain into Active Directory (AD), Office 365 and Okta settings so that I can receive emails to abc.io domain as well as abc.com?
The security of a company’s communication is in the hands of a Network Administrator. Their roles and responsibilities depend on the size of the company and its needs. However, all companies have one thing in common: they need to maintain their IT infrastructure. Keeping all sensitive information secure is as important for businesses as for …
