WatchGuard Technologies stories - Page 2

WatchGuard Technologies is a cybersecurity company specialising in endpoint security, secure Wi-Fi, multi-factor authentication, and network intelligence.

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.

New research has found 91.5% of malware arrived over HTTPS-encrypted connections.

"This attack is especially dangerous because Kaseya is used by many Managed Service Providers that many businesses trust to handle their IT functions."

"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."

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.

“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."

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 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’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.

New Firebox M Series appliances provide flexible security for organisations managing the increased shift to remote workforces.

"During 2021, attackers will seek out vulnerabilities in home networks with the objective of infecting connected corporate devices."

It comes with a zero commitment option where the firewall appliance can be returned at any time.

CrowdStrike, WatchGuard, Zscaler and LogRhythm are amongst several IT vendors responding to the Australian Federal Government's budget announcements.

Combining WatchGuard's Total Security Suite and Passport bundle allows partners to provide complete security from network to endpoint for their customers.

Greenlight ITC, Bluechip Infotech and Quotient were amongst the big winners for WatchGuard Technologies Australian and New Zealand Partner of the Year Awards.

The AP225W for multi-dwelling unit deployment and the AP327X for harsh outdoor environments.

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.

“If you are not decrypting and scanning your secure web connections, you are likely missing a large majority of malware,” the report states.

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.

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. 

The Firebox T Series appliances offer heightened HTTPS throughput, advanced security services, integrated SD-WAN, PoE and more.

WatchGuard has more than 400 active partners in ANZ alone, and hundreds more worldwide.

Executives say the immediate goal of the now-combined companies is to provide stakeholders access to a newly expanded portfolio of security solutions.