How to Configure Port Security on Cisco Switches
In today’s interconnected business environments, network security is more critical than ever. One of the simplest yet most effective protections you can apply at the access layer of your network…
Trust Nothing, Verify Everything: How to Build Zero Trust in Hybrid Environments
Traditional network security relied on the assumption that everything inside the perimeter was trustworthy. But with hybrid environments combining cloud workloads, on-prem systems, remote users, and third-party access, that model…
How to Segment Your Network with VLANs & Microsegmentation
In today’s cybersecurity landscape, perimeter defense is no longer enough. Attackers often breach one endpoint and move laterally across flat networks—hitting databases, domain controllers, or cloud sync points. The solution?…
How to Harden Your VPN Against Modern Threats
A Virtual Private Network (VPN) is a cornerstone of digital privacy and secure communication. But not all VPN setups are created equal—and in the face of modern threats like DNS…
What is Cryptography in Security? Understanding the Different Types of Cryptography
Cryptography in security refers to the techniques and practices used to protect information by transforming it into an unreadable format, ensuring that only authorised individuals can access the data. It…
Understanding Multi-Cloud Network Environments: Benefits, Challenges, and Best Practices
In today’s digital-first world, businesses are increasingly moving beyond single-cloud strategies. Instead, many are embracing multi-cloud network environments—an approach where an organization uses services from multiple cloud providers simultaneously. This…
Error 1723 when upgrading to FortiClient 7.2.3.0929
When upgrading FortiClient version 7.2.2.0864 to FortiClient 7.2.3.0929 you can encounter problems where the installation will fail with msi Error 1723. The error is the msi 1723 error. The solution…
SASE vs SSE – What’s the Difference?
Argh! there are acronyms everywhere in the I.T world and knowing what each means can become a headache. Two acronyms that are being used a lot more since the Covid…
Why is Separation of Duties so Important?
Separation of duties is a concept used in many industries and can be one of the best safeguards when it comes to managing risk. The principle was developed in accounting…
The USB Ninja Cable – Beware the New Cyber Threat
I.T teams and security professionals spend countless hours implementing innovative security control measures to keep the organisation’s data safe. There is one threat that is hard to combat and that…