WatchGuard Technologies stories - Page 2

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from WatchGuard Technologies
Tue, 12th Oct 2021
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WatchGuard Technologies is a cybersecurity company specialising in endpoint security, secure Wi-Fi, multi-factor authentication, and network intelligence.

WatchGuard brings new unified threat management appliances to SMEs
Thu, 7th Oct 2021
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Designed for small and midsize businesses, the firewalls deliver increased security and faster performance when compared to previous mid-range Firebox appliances, and have the processing power to handle encrypted and HTTPS traffic.

90% of malware arriving over encrypted connections, Microsoft threats persist in popularity
Tue, 5th Oct 2021
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New research has found 91.5% of malware arrived over HTTPS-encrypted connections.

Security vendors weigh in as fallout of Kaseya cyber attack continues
Thu, 8th Jul 2021
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"This attack is especially dangerous because Kaseya is used by many Managed Service Providers that many businesses trust to handle their IT functions."

Traditional solutions fail to secure organisations against today's malware
Tue, 29th Jun 2021
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"Traditional anti-malware solutions alone are simply insufficient for today's threat environment. Every organisation needs a layered, proactive security strategy that involves machine learning and behavioural analysis."

WatchGuard brings greater endpoint security into WatchGuard Cloud
Fri, 4th Jun 2021
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According to the company, this integration is the latest example of WatchGuard’s continued commitment to and investment in MSP enablement with WatchGuard Cloud enhancements.

WatchGuard uncovers top cyber threat trends of Q4 2020
Tue, 6th Apr 2021
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“The rise in sophisticated, evasive threat tactics last quarter and throughout 2020 showcases how vital it is to implement layered, end-to-end security protections."

WatchGuard names new regional director for ANZ
Wed, 31st Mar 2021
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Anthony Daniel says, "I look forward to continuing to drive our business strategy, grow our channel and to supporting business growth Australia and New Zealand and the Pacific islands."

WatchGuard rolls out updates to bring greater security to MSPs
Fri, 12th Feb 2021
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"WatchGuard Cloud’s continued evolution is lowering the barrier to entry for MSPs to add security to their portfolios and solidifying it as the management platform of choice for the security channel.”

WatchGuard report tracks rise of network attacks in Q3
Fri, 18th Dec 2020
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WatchGuard’s Q3 2020 Internet Security Report has called to attention the rise in attacks on corporate networks, even as many organisations shifted to remote work.

WatchGuard releases two new firewall appliances
Wed, 16th Dec 2020
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New Firebox M Series appliances provide flexible security for organisations managing the increased shift to remote workforces.

Remote working to accelerate cyber attacks - WatchGuard
Thu, 3rd Dec 2020
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"During 2021, attackers will seek out vulnerabilities in home networks with the objective of infecting connected corporate devices."

Bluechip Infotech to distribute WatchGuard’s Firewall-aaS
Mon, 23rd Nov 2020
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It comes with a zero commitment option where the firewall appliance can be returned at any time.

IT vendors respond to Federal Government budget
Wed, 7th Oct 2020
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CrowdStrike, WatchGuard, Zscaler and LogRhythm are amongst several IT vendors responding to the Australian Federal Government's budget announcements.

WatchGuard expands partner ecosystem, enables partners to grow security services footprint
Wed, 7th Oct 2020
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Combining WatchGuard's Total Security Suite and Passport bundle allows partners to provide complete security from network to endpoint for their customers.

WatchGuard names top ANZ channel partners of the year
Wed, 26th Aug 2020
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Greenlight ITC, Bluechip Infotech and Quotient were amongst the big winners for WatchGuard Technologies Australian and New Zealand Partner of the Year Awards.

WatchGuard releases two new enterprise-grade APs
Tue, 4th Aug 2020
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The AP225W for multi-dwelling unit deployment and the AP327X for harsh outdoor environments.

Phishers cash in on the COVID-19 pandemic - how to avoid being reeled in
Fri, 3rd Jul 2020
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As the crisis continues to play out, the onus is on the rest of us to remain on high alert, to ensure our systems and data aren’t infected with another kind of virus.

Surge in encrypted malware prompts warning about detection strategies
Mon, 29th Jun 2020
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“If you are not decrypting and scanning your secure web connections, you are likely missing a large majority of malware,” the report states.

WatchGuard and Leader Systems launch pay-as-you-go firewall
Mon, 15th Jun 2020
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The service, now generally available, lets customers and resellers choose their pricing model, from either up-front purchases or a pay-as-you-go model.

Cybersecurity for remote workers will remain a key challenge for MSPs in 2020
Mon, 15th Jun 2020
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Employees working remotely have long been seen as a potential weak link in the cybersecurity chain – and for organisations which have been compelled to adopt the practice en masse and in haste, the risk is heightened.

WatchGuard releases firewall appliances for home and SMBs
Thu, 11th Jun 2020
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The Firebox T Series appliances offer heightened HTTPS throughput, advanced security services, integrated SD-WAN, PoE and more.

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is WatchGuard Technologies?
Thu, 11th Jun 2020
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WatchGuard has more than 400 active partners in ANZ alone, and hundreds more worldwide.

WatchGuard completes acquisition of Panda Security
Wed, 3rd Jun 2020
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Executives say the immediate goal of the now-combined companies is to provide stakeholders access to a newly expanded portfolio of security solutions.