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February 2024
Update Your IoT Devices | WatchGuard Leap Year Cybersecurity Tips
This Leap Year, don’t forget to update your devices and ensure they’re secure from cyber-attacks.
Tutorial: Get Started with ThreatSync
In this video, you will learn how to get started with ThreatSync, a WatchGuard Cloud service that provides eXtended Detection and Response (XDR) technology for WatchGuard Network and Endpoint Security products, in particular, we will show you: To learn more about WatchGuard products, go to.
Enable MFA Everywhere | WatchGuard Leap Year Cybersecurity Tips
February 29th only comes once every four years. Enabling MFA everywhere possible is a great step in ensuring you’re not leaping past basic security this year.
Rotate Your Compromised Credentials | WatchGuard Leap Year Cybersecurity Tips
A Leap Year shouldn’t signify that it’s time to update your security approach. WatchGuard Director of Security Marc Laliberte recommends you rotate your compromised credentials consistently to avoid being hacked.
Leap Year Cybersecurity Tips | WatchGuard Technologies
February 29th comes around every four years, but that doesn’t mean you should be skipping key cybersecurity practices.🔒 WatchGuard’s Director of Security, Marc Laliberte, outlines four key security practices you shouldn’t be leaping past.
WatchGuard Earns Second Consecutive Champion Recognition in 2023 Canalys Cybersecurity Leadership Matrix
Partners highly rate WatchGuard for delivering a top partner experience, programs and enablement, and sales engagement.
ChatGPT and the dark web: a dangerous alliance
Artificial intelligence (AI) is now present in almost every aspect of our lives. However, its influence is particularly relevant in the field of cybersecurity, where it impacts both defense and attack. While it has become a great tool to protect an organization's digital assets, it has also been weaponized by cybercriminals to spread and execute increasingly sophisticated and difficult to detect cyberattacks.
WatchGuard Named a "Champion" in Canalys Cybersecurity Leadership Matrix
For the second consecutive year, WatchGuard Technologies was recognized as a Cybersecurity Channel Champion in the 2023 Canalys Global Cybersecurity Leadership Matrix. The annual report assesses vendor performance in the channel over the previous 12 months based on partner feedback, vendor surveys, Canalys shipment estimates, and analyst insight.
The 443 Podcast - Episode 281 - Locking Up LockBit
This week on the podcast, we cover an international law enforcement takedown of the LokBit ransomware group's infrastructure. After that, we cover a novel malware delivery vector involving an IoT "toy." We end the podcast by covering the latest White House Executive Order addressing cybersecurity in critical infrastructure. The 443 Security Simplified is a weekly podcast that gets inside the minds of leading white-hat hackers and security researchers, covering the latest cybersecurity headlines and trends.
What to expect from a zero-click attack
We hear time and time again that humans are the biggest vulnerability in cybersecurity. For instance, the 2023 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR) states that 74% of data breaches investigated were caused by human error, such as social engineering attacks, flaws or misuse of systems.
Advantages of including an MDR service in your offering
Cyberattacks are evolving and growing more sophisticated, organizations are reacting to this by scaling the cybersecurity solutions they deploy to include services that go beyond threat protection. They are increasingly realizing that other factors such as monitoring and responsiveness are key to protecting their business.
The 443 Podcast - Episode 280 - Flipping Out Over Flipper Zero
This week on the podcast we cover Canada's attempt to ban the Flipper Zero. Before that, we review a recent research post on a new class of vulnerability on the Ubuntu operating system. We end the episode with a chat bout a the impacts of artificial intelligence on data security. The 443 Security Simplified is a weekly podcast that gets inside the minds of leading white-hat hackers and security researchers, covering the latest cybersecurity headlines and trends.
Responding to the AnyDesk Security Breach with WatchGuard's Solutions
On February 2nd, the remote desktop application AnyDesk was the target of a cybersecurity breach, marking a significant event in digital security. Hackers infiltrated AnyDesk's production environment, sparking concerns over data integrity and user security.
A Door in Apple's Walled Garden - The 443 Podcast
This week on #the443podcast, Corey Nachreiner and Marc Laliberte covered Apple’s recent announcement describing how they will comply with the European Union’s new Digital Markets Act and what that means for the iPhone walled garden. Before that, they covered a data breach at Mercedes Benz thanks to an alternative authentication method. Additionally, we cover the roundup of vulnerabilities in Ivanti’s remote Policy Secure and Connect Secure products and how organizations should respond.
Hybrid Work Series: What About Collaboration?
WatchGuard CEO, Prakash Panjwani hosts a panel of WatchGuard employees to discuss hybrid work and collaboration. See the earlier blog posts on this topic.
Hybrid Work Series: Productivity Panel
WatchGuard CEO, Prakash Panjwani hosts a panel of WatchGuard employees to discuss hybrid work and productivity. This is a part of an ongoing article series written by Prakash as he outlines WatchGuard's approach to hybrid work. On the panel are.
Malware Trends According to Our Internet Security Report
Malware attacks continue to be the order of the day for businesses. The adaptability of threats and the fact that new attack models spread almost daily mean they are still very much a concern among cybersecurity professionals. The rise of malicious threat actors seems unstoppable. According to Gartner, by 2025, 45% of organizations worldwide will have experienced attacks on their software, which represents a staggering 300% growth since 2021.
The 443 Podcast - Episode 279 - Could a Toothbrush Botnet Happen?
This week on the podcast, we cover a recent news post about an army of 3 million compromised toothbrushes taking down a Swiss website, causing millions in damages. After that, we discuss the United States DOJ's latest botnet takedown, this time targeting Volt Typhoon. We end the episode by walking through a CISA joint-publication giving guidance on how to defend against Living-of-the-Land (LotL) attacks.
Ransomware attacks cost companies millions in 2023
Ranging from the process of recovering stolen data to having to hire legal services, a cyberattack generates a series of costs that companies have to face. According to an IBM report, the global average cost of a data breach reached $4.45 million in 2023, which represents an increase of 15% in three years. This seven-digit figure is clearly worrying.
Navigating the Landscape of Security Frameworks and Regulations: A Guide to Vulnerability Management and Patching
In today's rapidly evolving cyber threat landscape, organizations across all industries face an imperative need to safeguard their digital assets. Adherence to standard security frameworks, regulations, and insurance requirements is not just a strategic step towards a robust cybersecurity posture but a matter of compliance. These standards, regulations, and insurance requirements mandate ongoing vulnerability management and patching to mitigate risks and protect sensitive data.
Tutorial: Get Started with WatchGuard Licensing
In this WatchGuard Support video, you'll learn how to activate and renew WatchGuard licenses. To learn more about WatchGuard products, go to.
The 443 Podcast - Episode 278 - A Door in Apple's Walled Garden
This week on the podcast, we cover Apple's recent announcement describing how they will comply with the European Union's new Digital Markets Act and what that means for the iPhone walled garden. Before that, we cover a databreach at Mercedez-Benze thanks to an alternative authentication method. Additionally, we cover the roundup of vulnerabilities in Ivanti's remote Policy Secure and Connect Secure products and how organizations should respond.