When we think about network security, we often focus on vulnerabilities or exploits, internal threats, and password compromises. However, we don’t often consider automation. Anything that can negatively impact network cyber resiliency and recovery of the entire operation after an ‘event’ relates to security. Automation helps maintain optimal network performance and security. With that in […]
Network management is becoming more challenging due to complex network environments that span cloud and hybrid work settings, various vendors that comprise an organization’s IT infrastructure, and the ongoing IT and security talent shortage. Despite these challenges, the demand for network management teams to consistently deliver services and maintain networks continues to increase. Teams are
There’s always a layer of details that differentiates between easy and simple. BackBox enhances network security by making network software upgrades for patching security vulnerabilities accessible and straightforward. Let me first illustrate the difference between easy and simple with an example that most people can grasp. Just File a Claim The U.S. healthcare system includes
Network vulnerability management is intended to help network administrators prioritize OS updates based on actual risk to the organization. In theory, updating devices sounds easy. Every vendor provides software updates so you can implement them. In practice, however, it’s not. Because the quality of update tooling varies by vendor and updating at scale can be
This blog series spotlights real-world moments in which network engineers use BackBox security-centric automation to save their organizations from costly downtime and surprises. Synopsis During a planned maintenance window for firewall upgrades, a BackBox Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) customer encountered an issue that required considerable time to troubleshoot and resolve. This included escalating to