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Network Packet Brokers: Tunneling Explained
We’ve discussed why network packet brokers are an essential component for the increasingly crowded data center, for traffic aggregation and load balancing. We’ve also begun diving into specific advanced features such as deduplication....
Colonial Pipeline Hack Sounds Alarm for Greater OT Security
It’s been less than a week since Colonial Pipeline, the Georgia-based operator of a petroleum product pipeline network that runs across 13 states from Texas to New Jersey, revealed that it had been hit with a ransomware attack. The attack...
Virtual power plants exist and yes, visibility is important
Globally, a consensus seems to be emerging that the time has come to push forward with the switch from fossil fuels to renewable energy. This is good news for climate scientists, environmental activists, and everyone else concerned about...
Understanding Cybersecurity Challenges in the Oil and Gas Industry
Pheasant Energy is a Fort Worth based upstream oil and gas company, whose primary focus is in the mineral, royalty, and working interest subset of the industry. Being over 75 years in the business, we have learned a lot of things, among...
Top 6 ICS Security Best Practices
Industrial control systems (ICS) are the heart of our world’s critical infrastructure, powering everything we enjoy in our connected society. As organizations continue to update their operational technology (OT) with the latest...
Benefits of Installing MSSP Sensors Utilizing Network TAP Visibility
Congratulations on the deal closing! You worked it for several months and convinced Customer A to install your MSSP Sensor. This Sensor’s objective is to plug into the customer’s IT network, capture packets, and allow the Security...