Stories by Jon McGettigan
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The security awareness training topics to reduce risk and promote a security-compliant culture
Thu, 15th Sep 2022
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it training
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cyber threats
Businesses must provide ongoing security awareness training to educate employees on identifying and combatting cyber threats.
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Fortinet: Hyperscaling networks? Hyperscale your security!
Wed, 14th Apr 2021
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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hyperscale
A broad, integrated and automated security fabric is key to protecting users, apps and data in a hyperscaling environment, says Jon McGettigan of Fortinet.
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How to address cyber-threats as a strategic risk
Thu, 29th Oct 2020
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cybersecurity
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cybersafety
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cybersecurity strategy
Cybersecurity should be a priority discussion point for business leaders, as point solutions and incomplete approaches create vulnerabilities.
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Training is essential to build cybersecurity awareness
Fri, 26th Jun 2020
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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it training
More than ever, businesses need to ensure that all their workers have the right skills and training to protect the business from cybercrime.
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How companies can stay secure while employees work from home
Tue, 31st Mar 2020
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
While working from home may seem like an easy solution for workers, the reality can be quite challenging for IT teams.
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Securing complex networks with a unified security fabric
Fri, 29th Nov 2019
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
As networks grow more complex, the need for unified security fabrics becomes paramount, offering seamless protection and simplified management.
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Moving to a multi-cloud environment? Eliminate security gaps with Fortinet
Wed, 13th Nov 2019
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Multi-cloud deployments are challenging traditional approaches to security, as enterprises struggle to secure multiple cloud environments.
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How to manage your SD-WAN without compromising security
Mon, 30th Sep 2019
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
Secure SD-WAN helps reduce risk and complexity by extending consistent security across the distributed network.
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Securing your network at every point with an adaptable security fabric - Fortinet
Fri, 6th Sep 2019
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Fortinet unveils a comprehensive security fabric to protect every element of your network amidst digital transformation. Consistency is key.
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Telcos must step up with stronger protections on user data – Fortinet
Mon, 19th Aug 2019
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
The capability for service providers to up their security game is in place right now and New Zealand telcos and ISPs don’t need to stop at personal protection.
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Digital Transformation: Is your business prepared?
Fri, 28th Jun 2019
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firewalls
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ddos
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network infrastructure
Digital transformation is changing the way we engage with our staff and customers and the way we create and deliver value.
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Data protection is key to building customer trust
Tue, 20th Nov 2018
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data protection
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breach prevention
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risk & compliance
Data security is paramount for Australian businesses aiming to build customer trust, as regulations like NDB and GDPR push for stricter compliance.
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Exclusive: Demystifying cryptojacking and how organisations can protect themselves
Thu, 5th Jul 2018
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Cryptojacking is becoming the new go-to method for cybercriminals to monetise their malware, with a surge of 28% per quarter globally.
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Looking at what lies ahead in a Post-NDB world
Fri, 16th Mar 2018
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Fortinet takes a look at what business priorities should be in the wake of the Notifiable Data Breach Laws coming into effect.
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Are you ready for the new Australian NDB regulations?
Tue, 5th Dec 2017
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Immature governance, risk and compliance investments by majority of Aussie organisations are inadequate to support NDB requirements.
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Why schools need to ramp up their cybersecurity measures
Tue, 24th Oct 2017
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
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byod
They house the sensitive information that hackers specifically seek, are running a wide variety of unprotected endpoints, and have limited resources.
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The reign of ransomware: How to protect your business from the ransomware onslaught
Mon, 17th Jul 2017
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Don’t forget to scan your backups for vulnerabilities. It would be pointless transferring all your data onto a device that is always compromised.
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Financial services cybersecurity pain points security providers must consider
Wed, 7th Jun 2017
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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data analytics
It is now paramount for financial services organisations to implement an architecture and strategy that has the capacity to support global trends.
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Fortinet asks: Planning a merger? It’s time for a cybersecurity upgrade
Wed, 8th Mar 2017
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
M&A activity can offer CFOs a unique opportunity to ramp up cybersecurity levels with greater investment and integration.