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Versa Security Bulletin: Cisco IOS XE Web UI Privilege Escalation Vulnerability affecting upwards of 50k devices (patched)
By Jayesh Gangadas Patel
Principle Threat Researcher, Versa Networks
October 26, 2023
Summary On October 16, 2023, Cisco reported two new vulnerabilities in the web UI for its Cisco IOS XE operating system that runs many of its routers and switches, CVE-2023-20198 and CVE-2023-20273. These vulnerabilities were initially being exploited by unknown hackers and affected more than 10,000 devices at the time of its first known existence. However, in the following days the attack was leveraged to affect more than 50,000 devices, and that’s when a free software fix was identified by Cisco to keep a check on devices. Cisco released the updated version 17.9.4a on October 23 to fix the issue….
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Zero Trust Networking – Part 2
By Kelly Ahuja
CEO, Versa Networks
October 26, 2023
The future will rely on an authentically Unified Zero Trust Networking platform – a singular, integrated platform meticulously crafted to seamlessly converges networking and security. What must Zero Trust Networking deliver?
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Versa Networks Earns RECOMMENDED Rating for Real-World Test of Zero Trust Network Access
By Dan Maier
Chief Marketing Officer, Versa Networks
August 9, 2023
Today’s digital landscape is buzzing with the challenges and complexities of network security. The rise of cyber threats and the need for robust solutions has led to a crowded market where discerning the most effective security products can be a daunting task. The task just got a little easier. Here’s why. Reaching New Heights with Recommended Rating Versa’s Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) solution has earned a highly coveted “RECOMMENDED” rating from CyberRatings.org, a non-profit member organization specializing in transparent, objective cybersecurity risk analysis and product testing. Get a complimentary copy of the Versa Networks ZTNA report. This comes as…
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9 Easy Steps to Follow When Migrating from a Legacy VPN to a ZTNA Solution
By Jon Taylor
Director and Principal of Security, Versa Networks
July 26, 2023
When working with the executive leadership of Versa’s customers, I am often asked after they have selected their ZTNA solution of choice, what’s suggestions might I have planning and deploying the ZTNA solution. My response is always the same: it is not a cookie cutter design because every organization is incredibly unique.
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10 Requirements to Consider When Evaluating SASE solutions
By Jon Taylor
Director and Principal of Security, Versa Networks
June 6, 2023
In today’s world where any organization can be a target for cyberattack, Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) can help ensure organizations can create a streamlined and secure network architecture that spans from the central headquarters to remote locations and mobile end users.
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Versa Networks Enterprise Firewall Sets the Industry Standard for Security Effectiveness, Performance and Value
By Dan Maier
Chief Marketing Officer, Versa Networks
May 16, 2023
In a world where cybersecurity is of paramount importance, choosing the right enterprise firewall can make or break a company’s security posture. Versa Networks, the pioneer of single-vendor Unified Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solutions, has recently emerged as a leading vendor in the highly competitive firewall market. In a groundbreaking independent test conducted by CyberRatings.org comparing eight leading firewall vendors, Versa Networks’ CSG5000 Next Generation Firewall garnered a remarkable 99.48% security effectiveness score and achieved top ‘AAA’ ratings in all categories. ‘AAA’ is the highest rating assigned by CyberRatings. In addition, Versa delivered the highest Rated Throughput and the lowest Price per…
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Ransomware and What It Could Cost You
By Jon Taylor
Director and Principal of Security, Versa Networks
October 17, 2022
Read more to find out more about the actual cost of ransomware.
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A Recap of Versatility 2022: Versa’s Inaugural User Conference
By Monnia Deng
Group Manager, Product Marketing
May 2, 2022
This past week was the inaugural conference for Versa Networks – celebrating both product innovations this past year as well as key customer stories. Versa global customers came onto the virtual big stage to discuss how they were able to reap tremendous benefits from switching to Versa. Versa engineering leaders showcased the new and exciting features that are available with Versa SASE using hands-on, live demonstrations within the Versa management console.
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Versa Networks Named Visionary in the 2021 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Network Firewalls
By Monnia Deng
Group Manager, Product Marketing
November 8, 2021
In our first year in the Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Network Firewalls, Versa has been placed as a “Visionary”. This comes as no surprise given that Versa has been a leader in the emerging Access Service Edge (SASE) market of which network firewalls are a critical component. This past year has been historic for Versa as we continue to invest and innovate with our product offerings; delivering unique and differentiated value to our customers and partners.
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Versa Networks is Once Again Named a Leader in 2021 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for WAN Edge Infrastructure
By Versa Staff
Versa Networks
September 22, 2021
Gartner announced that Versa Networks is once again a Leader in the Magic Quadrant WAN Edge Infrastructure report. WAN Edge Infrastructure is defined as “products and associated functions that provide network connectivity across the WAN” that includes “incumbent and emerging vendors from adjacent markets (e.g., routing, security, WAN optimization and SD-WAN), each bringing differentiators and limitations. It also includes zero trust network access (ZTNA) functionality for remote workers in lieu of traditional virtual private network (VPN) solutions as part of SASE, which combines SD-WAN and cloud security into an integrated, orchestrated architecture.”
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