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Diving into infrastructure security

Trackers

How to deal with threat intelligence on the corporate network when the existing security tools are not effective.
Firewall , security , threat management
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Remote maintenance and automation with RPort

Light at the End of the Tunnel

Firewalls and network address translation often stand in the way of access to remote systems, but the free RPort software works around these obstacles and supports remote maintenance through a tunnel locally, in the cloud, and from your home office.
cloud , Firewall , maintenance , network , Remote , tunneling
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Controlled container communication

Return to Sender

Tune the iptables configuration for Docker by establishing your own forwarding rules.
containers , Docker , Firewall , hosting , virtual machines
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Professional protection for small and mid-size enterprises

Puzzle

To what extent does the Untangle NG Firewall, where apps come together like pieces of a jigsaw, meet customer criteria for protection, usability, price, and support?
Firewall , network , Security
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Transparent SIP communication with NAT

Number, Please

We show you how to secure transparent IP address transitions through NAT firewalls and gateways for Voice over IP.
Firewall , IP address , Security , VoIP
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Arm yourself against cloud attacks

Stormy Weather

We present approaches and solutions for protecting yourself against attacks in the cloud.
Administration , cloud , Firewall , Security
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Data Security vs. Data Protection

Unequal Pair

Data protection and data security are similar-sounding aspects of information security: one legal and one technical.
data , IT , Monitoring , security
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Cyber security for the weakest link

Secret, Quick, Quiet

The balance between IT threats and IT security is woefully unbalanced in a Windows environment, requiring the enforcement of company-wide security standards.
attack , Firewall , IT , pen testing , security
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Harden your OpenStack configuration

Fortress in the Clouds

Any OpenStack installation that hosts services and VMs for several customers poses a challenge for the security-conscious admin. Hardening the overall system can turn the porous walls into a fortress – but you'll need more than a little mortar.
cloud , OpenStack , security , security
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Security analysis with Microsoft Advanced Threat Analytics

Under the Radar

Classic security safeguards, like antivirus and firewall products, are imperative for system protection. To search proactively for network intruders, as well, Microsoft offers Advanced Threat Analytics – a tool that will help even less experienced admins.
Firewall , Microsoft , security
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