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WatchGuard Threat Lab Reports Ransomware Volume Already Doubled 2021 Total by End of Q1 2022

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WatchGuard Threat Lab Reports Ransomware Volume Already Doubled 2021 Total by End of Q1 2022

SEATTLE – June 28, 2022 – WatchGuard® Technologies, a global leader in network security and intelligence, advanced endpoint protection, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and secure Wi-Fi, today announced findings from its most recent quarterly Internet Security Report, detailing the top malware…

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Vector Capital to acquire majority ownership of WatchGuard

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Vector Capital Acquires Majority Ownership of WatchGuard Technologies

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Vector Capital Acquires Majority Ownership of WatchGuard Technologies

SEATTLE – April 27, 2022 – WatchGuard® Technologies, a global leader in network security and intelligence, advanced endpoint protection, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and secure Wi-Fi, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with Vector Capital to make a large new equity…

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New WatchGuard Threat Lab Report Shows Network Attacks at Highest Point Over Last Three Years

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New WatchGuard Threat Lab Report Shows Network Attacks at Highest Point Over Last Three Years

Network detections in EMEA quadrupled, with malware detections occurring at nearly twice the rate as the rest of the world.

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Network Security

Why you need to take a deep, layered approach to IT security

Network Security

Why you need to take a deep, layered approach to IT security

In today’s highly digitised business world, cybercriminals are spoilt for choice when it comes to gaining access to a target corporate network.

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Multi-Factor Authentication

How to prevent passwords and personal data ending up in hackers’ hands

Multi-Factor Authentication

How to prevent passwords and personal data ending up in hackers’ hands

Fraud, identity theft and data compromise are on the rise but everyday Australians and businesses can reduce the likelihood of their falling victim by adopting rigorous protections and processes.

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Secure Wi-Fi

Why Australian manufacturers need to pay greater attention to IT security

Secure Wi-Fi

Why Australian manufacturers need to pay greater attention to IT security

Australian manufacturing companies are currently grappling with a raft of challenges. Pandemic shutdowns, changing customer demands, and supply chain disruptions are combining to create an economic ‘perfect storm’.

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Endpoint Security

Artificial Intelligence, disruptive innovation in cybersecurity

Endpoint Security

Artificial Intelligence, disruptive innovation in cybersecurity

Artificial Intelligence forms the basis of the most advanced cybersecurity intelligence solutions and is key to the operation of the new protection model.

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Vector Capital Acquires Majority Ownership of WatchGuard Technologies

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Vector Capital Acquires Majority Ownership of WatchGuard Technologies

SEATTLE – July 5, 2022 – WatchGuard® Technologies, a global leader in network security and intelligence, advanced endpoint protection, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and secure Wi- Fi, today announced that Vector Capital, a leading private equity firm specializing in transformational investments…

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Important Detection and Remediation Actions for Cyclops Blink State-Sponsored Botnet

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Important Detection and Remediation Actions for Cyclops Blink State-Sponsored Botnet

WatchGuard customers and partners can eliminate the potential threat posed by malicious activity from Cyclops Blink by immediately enacting WatchGuard’s 4-Step Diagnosis & Remediation Plan

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WatchGuard Threat Lab Reports Endpoint Malware and Ransomware Volume Already Exceeded 2020 Totals by…

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WatchGuard Threat Lab Reports Endpoint Malware and Ransomware Volume Already Exceeded 2020 Totals by…

Scripting attacks on endpoints set record pace, the majority of network attacks targeted the Americas, and encrypted connections are becoming the primary delivery mechanism for zero-day malware

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WatchGuard Cloud Adds New Endpoint Security Modules Further Strengthening Its Unified Security Platf…

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WatchGuard Cloud Adds New Endpoint Security Modules Further Strengthening Its Unified Security Platf…

Partners and customers using WatchGuard’s Endpoint Security solutions can now layer on Patch Management, Encryption, Reporting and Data Control features to simplify management and create new revenue opportunities

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Wi-Fi Management Added into WatchGuard Cloud Enabling MSPs to Simplify Security Service Deployments …

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Wi-Fi Management Added into WatchGuard Cloud Enabling MSPs to Simplify Security Service Deployments …

Additionally, new Wi-Fi 6 access points deliver a fast and simplified Wi-Fi experience with enhanced connectivity across wireless and IoT network devices

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WatchGuard’s New Mid-Range Firewalls Deliver the High Performance Organizations Need to Protect Agai…

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WatchGuard’s New Mid-Range Firewalls Deliver the High Performance Organizations Need to Protect Agai…

New high-performance Firebox M Series appliances combine security, performance, flexibility and visibility for the WatchGuard Unified Security Platform™

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