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Microsoft Resolves VPN Issues Tied to September Windows Updates
Microsoft has released two new cumulative updates, KB5127648 and KB5127646, to fix a frustrating VPN issue affecting Windows 11 users who installed September's updates, which could leave connections stuck in a "Connecting" state or fail to connect altogether. These updates should now keep your Always On VPN connections stable and secure.
IonQ Bolsters Cybersecurity with $1.3 Billion Elisity Acquisition
IonQ is supercharging its cybersecurity game with the acquisition of Elisity, a cutting-edge zero-trust network security firm, in a whopping $1.3 billion all-stock deal. This strategic move is a direct response to the rapidly approaching Q-Day threat, with Elisity's innovative access-control capabilities set to turbocharge IonQ's cybersecurity arm.
Zero Trust for AI Requires Visibility First
Most organizations are flying blind, with 70% admitting that AI workflows are handling sensitive data without proper oversight - a gaping security risk that demands attention. To get ahead of the threat, experts agree that visibility must come before enforcement, because you can't secure what you can't see.
Microsoft Updates Disrupt Always On VPN Connections
If you've configured your Always On VPN to automatically switch connection methods if the initial attempt fails, you may be in for a frustrating surprise after installing the September 2026 Windows 11 security updates. Your VPN connections could get stuck in a perpetual loop, constantly trying and failing to connect.
Network Security Integrates Mainstream
The network is the ultimate security game-changer, providing a rich source of intelligence and a strategic defense point where every user, device, and threat can be identified, verified, and contained. By leveraging its visibility and enforcement capabilities, the network can transform from passive plumbing to a proactive security powerhouse.
Wazuh Tackles Shadow IT Visibility Gaps with Endpoint Telemetry
Traditional network discovery scans can't see it all - devices can be powered off, isolated, or silent, leaving gaps in your visibility. Endpoint telemetry offers a clearer picture, revealing what's really running, even when network scans can't see it.
Network Segmentation Flaws Expose Corporate Attack Surface
Flat networks are a hacker's dream, allowing breaches to spread freely to critical systems that should be off-limits - and a recent analysis of 47,700 real-world network segments reveals that device mixing is a widespread problem. The average network segment contains 54 devices from four different categories, increasing the risk of a security breach.
Microsoft Enhances Teams Security with Custom File Extension Blocking
Microsoft Teams just got a major security boost: admins can now customize file type blocking to shield their organization from malicious threats, giving them more control over what file types are allowed or blocked. This update builds on Teams' built-in safety feature, Weaponizable File Protection, which scans conversations for high-risk file attachments.
Videoconferencing Security Evolves into Mission-Critical Priority
Security has taken center stage in the world of videoconferencing, with 31% of businesses now prioritizing it over price and quality when selecting collaboration products. Top security concerns include cyberattacks, device compliance, and risky employee behavior.
AI Training Networks Require One-Way Architecture
To keep AI training networks secure, experts propose a one-way architecture that allows data to flow in, but not out - a crucial safeguard to prevent powerful AI models from escaping test environments. This approach, inspired by defense and intelligence communities, uses data diodes to ensure sensitive information stays contained.
Edge Security Exposes Hidden Risks in Legitimate Traffic
Despite having a robust arsenal of edge controls, security teams are still flying blind to hidden risks lurking in legitimate traffic, leaving them vulnerable to potential threats. The issue lies in the lack of context around underlying infrastructure, causing standard defenses to miss high-risk sessions.
Army Seeks Digital Twin to Bolster Network Security, AI Training
The Army is on a mission to supercharge its network security and AI training by building a comprehensive digital twin of its networks - a virtual replica that will allow humans and AI to team up and defend against a staggering 1.2 million daily cyber attacks. This ambitious project will create a realistic, constantly updated training environment where operators can test and harden their defenses.
Comcast Bolsters Wi-Fi Motion Detector with Enhanced Security Features
Meet Xfinity Shield, a powerful security bundle that combines WiFi Motion, a cutting-edge motion detection feature, with robust cybersecurity protections from your Xfinity Gateway router, giving you an added layer of home security awareness. This innovative tool detects movement without recording video or capturing images, providing a discreet and effective way to keep your home and family safe.
Enterprise Defenses Exposed to Quiet Attacks Within Network Perimeters
While defenses at the network perimeter are getting stronger, with a 69% prevention rate, the harsh reality is that attackers who breach this outer layer can still wreak havoc inside, with a surprisingly low 37% prevention rate. The latest Blue Report 2026 reveals a concerning gap in enterprise security, highlighting the need for stronger internal defenses.
DoD Accelerates Zero Trust Push Beyond Users, Devices
The Pentagon is making swift strides in implementing Zero Trust principles for its IT systems, focusing on users and devices, and is now poised to take this momentum to the next level. A upcoming webinar will assess progress and explore the future of Zero Trust across the Department of Defense.
AI Exposes Browser Security Gap in Enterprise Networks
The AI boom has blown the lid off a long-standing blind spot in enterprise networks: browser security. For years, employees have been moving sensitive data through browser-based apps, and AI usage has simply amplified and exposed this vulnerability.
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Firewalls Evolve to Secure AI-Driven Networks
As networks evolve into intelligent control planes for AI security, innovative solutions like the AI Network Firewall are emerging to safeguard AI-driven environments. Check Point's cutting-edge technology converts existing firewalls into intent-aware enforcement layers that detect, inspect, and control AI activity across entire networks.
NCSC Urges Vendors to Embed Forensic Observability in Network Devices
When cyber incidents strike, organizations need a reliable way to piece together what happened and determine if a device is still trustworthy - that's where forensic observability comes in. The NCSC is urging vendors to build this capability into network devices, like firewalls and VPN gateways, to help defenders quickly investigate and respond to threats.
Cybersecurity Takes Center Stage in Private 5G Network Design
As government agencies and militaries increasingly rely on private 5G networks, they face a new security challenge: traditional network-led security won't cut it, and a security-led networking approach is needed to protect against rapidly evolving threats. Private 5G networks require security to be baked in from the start, not added as an afterthought.
Wyden Urges Feds to Phase Out Insecure Public-Facing VPNs
Senator Ron Wyden is calling on federal agencies to ditch outdated, vulnerable VPNs and upgrade to modern, secure remote-access technology to protect against devastating cyberattacks. In a letter to top officials, he urged a coordinated effort to safeguard government employees' remote access and prevent further breaches.
Private 5G Networks Expose Government to Hidden Security Risks
Government agencies and military organizations risk exposing themselves to hidden security threats if they don't adopt a zero-trust approach to their private 5G networks, leaving them vulnerable to potentially devastating attacks. Without proper security measures in place, adversaries could gain unrestricted access to sensitive information and wreak havoc.
SASE Struggles to Keep Pace with AI-Driven Workflow Shifts
As enterprises shift to AI-driven workflows, their security teams struggle to keep up, risking loss of visibility as data interactions move beyond traditional network boundaries. With modern protocols like TLS 1.3 and HTTP/3 blocking interception, outdated SASE architectures are failing to keep pace.
Federal Agencies Modernize Security with Zero Trust Architecture
Federal agencies are revolutionizing their security approach with Zero Trust Architecture, shifting from mere compliance to a robust operational framework that enables seamless mobility, cloud modernization, and AI-driven decision making. By embracing this cutting-edge strategy, leaders are transforming their organizations to stay ahead of emerging threats.
Network Detection and Response Gains Urgency in AI-Driven Threat Era
In today's AI-driven threat landscape, organizations need to move beyond prevention and adopt a more proactive approach, focusing on network detection and response to swiftly identify and disrupt malicious activity. By doing so, they can effectively mitigate vulnerabilities and contain threats before they escalate into full-blown breaches.