Security Policy Management with Professor Wool Next Generation Firewalls Next Generation Firewalls (NGFWs) with Professor Wool is a whiteboard-style series of lessons that examine the some of the challenges of and provide technical tips for managing security policies on NGFWs across in evolving enterprise networks and data centers. Lesson 1 In this lesson, Professor Wool examines next-generation firewalls and the granular capabilities they provide for improved control over applications and users. Next-Generation Firewalls: Overview of Application and User-Aware Policies Watch Lesson 2 In this lesson, Professor Wool examines the pros and cons of whitelisting and blacklisting policies and offers some recommendations on policy considerations. NGFWs – Whitelisting & Blacklisting Policy Considerations Watch Lesson 3 Next generation firewalls (NGFWs) allow you to manage security policies with much greater granularity, based on specific applications and users, which provides much greater control over the traffic you want to allow or deny. Today, NGFWs are usually deployed alongside traditional firewalls. Therefore change requests need to be written using each firewall type’s specific terminology; application names and default ports for NGFWs, and actual protocols and ports for traditional firewalls. This new lesson explains some of challenges of writing firewall rules for a mixed firewall environment, and how to address them. Managing Your Security Policy in a Mixed Next Gen and Traditional Firewall Environment Watch Lesson 4 As part of the blacklisting approach to application security, most NGFW vendors now offer their customers a subscription based service that provides periodic updates to firewall definitions and signatures for a great number of applications especially the malicious ones. In this lesson, Professor Wool discusses the pros and cons of this offering for cyber threat prevention. It also discusses the limitations of this service when home-grown applications are deployed in the enterprise, and provides a recommendation on how to solve this problem. Using Next Generation Firewalls for Cyber Threat Prevention Watch Have a Question for Professor Wool? Ask him now Choose a better way to manage your network Choose a better way to manage your network Work email* First name* Last name* Company* country* Select country... Short answer* By submitting this form, I accept AlgoSec's privacy policy Continue

how can you elevate digital transformation and cloud migration efforts, without neglecting your security Does it have to be one or the other, and if not, what steps should be taken in your transformation journeys to ensure that network security remains a priority Webinars How to modernize your infrastructure without neglecting your security Moving enterprise applications onto the cloud can deliver several benefits, including increased data protection, enhanced business agility, and significant cost savings. However, if the migration isn’t appropriately executed, your hybrid cloud network could be compromised. The key is to balance your digital transformation efforts by improving your infrastructure while providing all the necessary security controls. In this webinar, our expert panel dives into the steps required to migrate applications without sacrificing security. Join us in this session to learn how to: Transfer the security elements of your application onto the cloud Find ways to lower migration costs and reduce risks through better preparation Modernize your infrastructure with the help of superior visibility Structure your security policies across your entire hybrid and multi-cloud network January 11, 2022 Kyle Wickert WW Strategic Architect Alex Hilton | Michael Meyer Chief Executive, CIF | CRP, MRSBPO Relevant resources Cloud migrations made simpler: Safe, Secure and Successful Migrations Keep Reading Cloud atlas: how to accelerate application migrations to the cloud Keep Reading 5 Predictions on Cyber Security and Network Security Management for 2021 Watch Video Choose a better way to manage your network Choose a better way to manage your network Work email* First name* Last name* Company* country* Select country... Short answer* By submitting this form, I accept AlgoSec's privacy policy Continue

Best practices for network security governance in AWS and hybrid network environments Webinars Cut the Clutter with ChatOps & Improve Network Security IT teams’ alerts are overflowing with questions about network status from coworkers. Say no to overwhelming alerts in multiple applications. There is a better way to get critical answers about the state of your network: ChatOps. ChatOps, using your existing chat tools such as Slack or Microsoft Teams, can get the crucial questions answered, and not have to track multiple apps separately. In this webinar, Dania Ben Peretz, Product Manager at AlgoSec, demonstrates the latest in AlgoBot and show how to: Get immediate answers to pressing network traffic questions Get immediate answers about whether your business applications are secure Decrease the time it takes to resolve critical security incidents Empower your business and application teams to drive innovation Ensure that your network and security teams are focusing on the most critical issues Efficiently manage security by transparently collaborating with IT, Security, Network and DevOps teams All while saving time, reducing resources, and cutting the clutter. May 13, 2020 Dania Ben Peretz Product Manager Relevant resources AlgoBot: Your Network Security Policy Management Assistant Watch Video Boosting Network Security with ChatOps Keep Reading A Siri for network security: the benefits of AlgoBot and ChatOps Keep Reading Choose a better way to manage your network Choose a better way to manage your network Work email* First name* Last name* Company* country* Select country... Short answer* By submitting this form, I accept AlgoSec's privacy policy Continue

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The fusion of Cloud and AI is more than just a technological advancement; it’s a paradigm shift. As businesses harness the combined power of these transformative technologies, the importance of a security-centric approach becomes increasingly evident. This exploration delves deeper into the strategic significance of navigating the Cloud-AI nexus with a focus on security and innovation. Cloud and AI: catalysts for business transformation The cloud provides the foundational infrastructure,... Hybrid Cloud Security Management The confluence of cloud and AI: charting a secure path in the age of intelligent innovation Adel Osta Dadan 2 min read Adel Osta Dadan Short bio about author here Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet consectetur. Vitae donec tincidunt elementum quam laoreet duis sit enim. Duis mattis velit sit leo diam. Tags Share this article 9/20/23 Published The fusion of Cloud and AI is more than just a technological advancement; it’s a paradigm shift. As businesses harness the combined power of these transformative technologies, the importance of a security-centric approach becomes increasingly evident. This exploration delves deeper into the strategic significance of navigating the Cloud-AI nexus with a focus on security and innovation. Cloud and AI: catalysts for business transformation The cloud provides the foundational infrastructure, while AI infuses intelligence, making systems smarter and more responsive. Together, they’re reshaping industries, driving efficiencies, and creating new business models. However, with these opportunities come challenges. Ensuring robust security in this intertwined environment is not just a technical necessity but a strategic imperative. As AI algorithms process vast datasets in the cloud, businesses must prioritize the protection and integrity of this data to build and maintain trust. Building trust in intelligent systems In the age of AI, data isn’t just processed; it’s interpreted, analyzed, and acted upon. This autonomous decision-making demands a higher level of trust. Ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data in the cloud becomes paramount. Beyond just data protection, it’s about ensuring that AI-driven decisions, which can have real-world implications, are made based on secure and untampered data. This trust forms the bedrock of AI’s value proposition in the cloud. Leadership in the Cloud-AI era Modern leaders are not just visionaries; they’re also gatekeepers. They stand at the intersection of innovation and security, ensuring that as their organizations harness AI in the cloud, ethical considerations and security protocols are front and center. This dual role is challenging but essential. As AI-driven applications become integral to business operations, leaders must champion a culture where security and innovation coexist harmoniously. Seamless integration and the role of DevSecOps Developing AI applications in the cloud is a complex endeavor. It requires a seamless integration of development, operations, and crucially, security. Enter DevSecOps. This approach ensures that security is embedded at every stage of the development lifecycle. From training AI models to deploying them in cloud environments, security considerations are integral, ensuring that the innovations are both groundbreaking and grounded in security. Collaborative security for collective intelligence AI’s strength lies in its ability to derive insights from vast datasets. In the interconnected world of the cloud, data flows seamlessly across boundaries, making collaborative security vital. Protecting this collective intelligence requires a unified approach, where security protocols are integrated across platforms, tools, and teams. Future-proofing the Cloud-AI strategy The technological horizon is ever-evolving. The fusion of Cloud and AI is just the beginning, and as businesses look ahead, embedding security into their strategies is non-negotiable. It’s about ensuring that as new technologies emerge and integrate with existing systems, the foundation remains secure and resilient. AlgoSec’s unique value proposition At AlgoSec, we understand the intricacies of the Cloud-AI landscape. Our application-based approach ensures that businesses have complete visibility into their digital assets. With AlgoSec, organizations gain a clear view of their application connectivity, ensuring that security policies align with business processes. As AI integrates deeper into cloud strategies, AlgoSec’s solutions empower businesses to innovate confidently, backed by a robust security framework. Our platform provides holistic, business-level visibility across the entire network infrastructure. With features like AlgoSec Horizon AppViz and AppChange, businesses can seamlessly identify network security vulnerabilities, plan migrations, accelerate troubleshooting, and adhere to the highest compliance standards. By taking an application-centric approach to security policy management, AlgoSec bridges the gap between IT teams and application delivery teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring a heightened security posture. Schedule a demo Related Articles Q1 at AlgoSec: What innovations and milestones defined our start to 2026? AlgoSec Reviews Mar 19, 2023 · 2 min read 2025 in review: What innovations and milestones defined AlgoSec’s transformative year in 2025? 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Best practices for network security governance in AWS and hybrid network environments Webinars Cessation of Misconfigurations: Common Network Misconfiguration Risks & How to Avoid Them Avivi Siman-Tov, AlgoSec’s Director of Product | February 18, 2020 Misconfigurations aren’t simply inconvenient mistakes but serious security threats. According to Gartner, 99% of all firewall breaches will be caused by misconfigurations by 2020 and misconfigurations made OWASP’s list of Top 10 most critical web application security risks. A single change to a network device can have far-reaching effects on your business and create security holes for cybercriminals, impact your audits, and cause costly outages that bring your business to a standstill. In this webinar, Avivi Siman-Tov, AlgoSec’s Director of Product, will show examples of common misconfigurations, including device changes, business application connectivity changes, and data center migrations. He will also reveal specific techniques to help you avoid them. Watch the webinar to learn how to: Understand and map your entire network before you make a change Proactively assess the impact of a change to ensure it does not break connectivity, affect compliance or create a security hole and understand the impact of changes to your entire network Maximize the capabilities of network management automation to avoid common misconfigurations Avoid common mistakes when making changes to your network security devices February 18, 2020 Avivi Siman Tov Director of Product Relevant resources Firewall Rule Recertification - An Application-Centric Approach Keep Reading Securing & managing hybrid network security See Documentation Application first cloud security See Documentation Choose a better way to manage your network Choose a better way to manage your network Work email* First name* Last name* Company* country* Select country... Short answer* By submitting this form, I accept AlgoSec's privacy policy Continue

Learn best practices to secure your cloud environment and deliver applications securely Webinars State of Ransomware: Caught between perception and reality Ransomware continues to be a major problem—and the problem is only getting worse. An exclusive ExtraHop 2022 survey conducted with over 500 security and IT decision makers provided some sobering responses: 85% of those surveyed reported suffering at least one ransomware attack while an alarming 74% have experienced multiple attacks. Yet most IT decision makers (77%) are confident in their ability to prevent or mitigate all cybersecurity threats, including ransomware. In this webinar, we take an in-depth look into the implications of this alarming trend and provide a turnkey strategy that organizations can implement today to safeguard their most critical data stored in their business applications and increase their level of ransomware preparedness. Join us for: * In-depth analysis of infamous ransomware attacks * Ways to identify and remediate vulnerabilities at the application level * A practical application centric approach that can support your pre-existing security measures * Mitigation measures to consider at the onset of your next ransomware attack * Ransomware future trends predictions January 24, 2023 Eric Jeffery Regional Sales Engineer Relevant resources Reducing risk of ransomware attacks - back to basics Keep Reading Fighting Ransomware - CTO Roundtable Insights Keep Reading Ransomware Attack: Best practices to help organizations proactively prevent, contain and Keep Reading Choose a better way to manage your network Choose a better way to manage your network Work email* First name* Last name* Company* country* Select country... Short answer* By submitting this form, I accept AlgoSec's privacy policy Continue

In today’s dynamic digital landscape, the security of hybrid networks has taken center stage. As organizations increasingly adopt cloud solutions, like Azure, the complexities of securing hybrid networks have grown significantly. In this blog post, we’ll provide an overview of the key products and solutions presented in the recent webinar with Microsoft, highlighting how they address these challenges. Azure Firewall: Key features Azure Firewall, a cloud-native firewall offers robust features... Hybrid Cloud Security Management Hybrid network security: Azure Firewall and AlgoSec solutions Joseph Hallman 2 min read Joseph Hallman Short bio about author here Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet consectetur. Vitae donec tincidunt elementum quam laoreet duis sit enim. Duis mattis velit sit leo diam. Tags Share this article 10/30/23 Published In today’s dynamic digital landscape, the security of hybrid networks has taken center stage. As organizations increasingly adopt cloud solutions, like Azure, the complexities of securing hybrid networks have grown significantly. In this blog post, we’ll provide an overview of the key products and solutions presented in the recent webinar with Microsoft, highlighting how they address these challenges. Azure Firewall: Key features Azure Firewall, a cloud-native firewall offers robust features and benefits. It boasts high availability, auto-scalability, and requires minimal maintenance. Key capabilities include: Filtering and securing both network and application traffic. Support for source NAT and destination NAT configurations. Built-in threat intelligence to identify and block suspicious traffic. Three SKUs catering to different customer needs, with the Premium SKU offering advanced security features. Premium features encompass deep packet inspection, intrusion detection and prevention, web content filtering, and filtering based on web categories. Azure Firewall seamlessly integrates with other Azure services like DDoS protection, API gateway, private endpoints, and Sentinel for security correlation and alerting. AlgoSec: Simplifying hybrid network security AlgoSec specializes in simplifying hybrid network security. Their solutions address challenges such as managing multiple applications across multiple cloud platforms. AlgoSec’s offerings include: Visibility into application connectivity. Risk assessment across hybrid environments. Intelligent automation for efficient and secure network changes. CloudFlow: Managing cloud security policies AlgoSec Cloud, a SaaS solution, centralizes the management of security policies across various cloud platforms. Key features include: A security rating system to identify high-risk Risk assessment for assets Identification of unused rules Detailed policy visibility A powerful traffic simulation query tool to analyze traffic routes and rule effectiveness. Risk-aware change automation to identify potential risks associated with network changes. Integration with Azure Cloudflow seamlessly integrates with Azure, extending support to Azure Firewall and network security groups. It enables in-depth analysis of security risks and policies within Azure subscriptions. AlgoSec's cloud security capabilities deliver synergistic advantages, enhancing security and compliance features. Conclusion In the ever-evolving landscape of hybrid networks, Azure Firewall and AlgoSec Cloudflow are powerful allies. Azure Firewall provides robust security for Azure customers, while Cloudflow offers a comprehensive approach to managing security policies across diverse cloud platforms. These solutions empower organizations to master hybrid network security, ensuring the security and efficiency of their applications and services. Resources- View the on-demand webinar here – Understanding your hybrid network security- with AlgoSec and Microsoft Azure.mp4 – AlgoSec Schedule a demo Related Articles Q1 at AlgoSec: What innovations and milestones defined our start to 2026? AlgoSec Reviews Mar 19, 2023 · 2 min read 2025 in review: What innovations and milestones defined AlgoSec’s transformative year in 2025? AlgoSec Reviews Mar 19, 2023 · 2 min read Navigating Compliance in the Cloud AlgoSec Cloud Mar 19, 2023 · 2 min read Speak to one of our experts Speak to one of our experts Work email* First name* Last name* Company* country* Select country... Short answer* By submitting this form, I accept AlgoSec's privacy policy Schedule a call

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In this webinar, Omer Ganot, AlgoSec’s Cloud Security Product Manager, and Stuti Deshpande s, Amazon Web Service’s Partner Solutions Architect, will share security challenges in the hybrid cloud and provide tips to protect your AWS and hybrid environment Webinars Overcoming hybrid environment management challenges | AWS & AlgoSec Webinar Public clouds such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) are a critical part of your hybrid network. It is important to keep out the bad guys (including untrusted insiders) and proactively secure your entire hybrid network. Securing your network is both the responsibility of the cloud providers, as well as your organization’s IT and CISOs – the shared responsibility model. As a result, your organization needs visibility into what needs to be protected, as well as an understanding of the tools that are available to keep them secure. In this webinar, Omer Ganot, AlgoSec’s Cloud Security Product Manager, and Stuti Deshpande’s, Amazon Web Service’s Partner Solutions Architect, will share security challenges in the hybrid cloud and provide tips to protect your AWS and hybrid environment, including how to: Securely migrate workloads from on-prem to public cloud Gain unified visibility into your network topology and traffic flows, including both public cloud and on-premises assets, from a single console. Manage/orchestrate multiple layers of security controls and proactively detect misconfigurations Protect your data, accounts, and workloads from misconfiguration risks Protect web applications in AWS by filtering traffic and blocking common attack patterns, such as SQL injection or cross-site scripting Gain a unified view of your compliance status and achieve continuous compliance September 30, 2020 Stuti Deshpande Partner Solution Architect, AWS Omer Ganot Product Manager Relevant resources Migrating Business Applications to AWS? Tips on Where to Start Keep Reading Tips for auditing your AWS security policies, the right way Keep Reading Choose a better way to manage your network Choose a better way to manage your network Work email* First name* Last name* Company* country* Select country... Short answer* By submitting this form, I accept AlgoSec's privacy policy Continue