The Ultimate Guide to Network Security
A curated Australian edition of IndustrialDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Network Security.
What to know about Network Security
Network Security encompasses the technologies, policies, and practices designed to safeguard computer networks from unauthorized access, attacks, and data breaches. In an era marked by digital transformation, cloud adoption, and increased remote workforces, securing networks has become an essential priority for businesses, governments, and institutions alike.
This tag brings together an extensive range of insights and developments on network security, reflecting current challenges such as ransomware surges, DDoS attacks, vulnerabilities in IoT devices, and emerging risks linked with AI and cloud infrastructures. Readers can explore the evolving landscape of network protection technologies including virtual firewalls, secure SD-WAN solutions, zero trust models, encrypted traffic management, and unified threat management platforms.
From detailed case studies on securing healthcare and retail sectors to analysis of regional cyber threat trends, readers will find practical advice, expert opinions, and vendor news that illuminate how network security strategies adapt to protect organizational assets, maintain compliance, and ensure business continuity in an increasingly complex cyber-threat environment.
Whether you are a cybersecurity professional looking to stay abreast of the latest innovations or a business leader seeking to understand and mitigate risks to your network infrastructure, this collection of stories offers valuable perspectives on the critical role of network security today.
Australian Network Security News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Public Services Increasingly Depend On Stronger, Smarter Networks
Outages, cyberattacks and ageing systems are making reliable digital government harder to deliver for Australians, despite tighter budgets.
Smart TVs top connected home security risks, report finds
Smart TVs now account for the biggest share of vulnerabilities in connected homes, as households average 24 devices and attacks speed up.
Fortinet lifts full-year guidance after strong quarter
Strong demand for network security and AI-related tools drove revenue to USD $2.08 billion, prompting a higher full-year forecast.
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Netgear launches cloud-managed security gateway for SMBs
Small offices can now get cloud-delivered security and dual-WAN failover from one console, with the first year included for APAC buyers.
Cyber's failure of imagination relates to the cost of waiting
Australian organisations are paying millions more when breaches linger, making delayed cyber investment a boardroom problem rather than a technical one.
Australian firms hit by cyber incidents as AI threats rise
AI-enhanced attacks are widening the gap between well-coordinated teams and slower rivals, with 93% of Australian organisations hit in the past year.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Network Security
Gigamon unveils tools to track shadow AI across networks
Check Point launches AI-scale security orchestrator 200
Island named only Gartner Customers' Choice for browsers
Check Point launches firewall subscription for AI security
Fortinet: The AI challenge is visibility and control, not permission
Featured News
Netskope launches Catalyst program: Facilitate, secure and get out of the way
Netskope's revamped Catalyst MSP/SP Program and Partner Orchestrator aim to have MSP customers flexibly provisioned within 15 minutes.
AI demands network agility and better operational governance
Governance gaps are leaving most organisations exposed as AI traffic surges and networks struggle to keep pace with machine-speed demands.
Zscaler takes zero trust beyond the corporate network
Critical infrastructure operators are using cellular links to secure distributed assets as outages and spoofing raise the stakes for resilience.
Why radar is becoming key layer in critical infrastructure protection
Fewer blind spots and false alarms are pushing operators to add radar to layered security at mines, ports and utilities.
AI transforming physical security into enterprise data solution
AI and cloud tools are turning cameras into live operational data sources, helping firms cut costs, spot errors and manage fleets centrally.
Governance controls are crucial for AI adoption and modernisation
Trusted partners and tighter guardrails are becoming essential as AI agents expand the attack surface and put data sovereignty on the line.
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Cameras evolve as physical security becomes part of IT stack
Retailers and IT teams are using networked cameras for analytics and automation, but each new device also widens cyber risk.
AI gives criminals speed boost, but basic security failures persist
Australian firms still face email compromise and poor security hygiene, even as AI helps criminals move faster and hide harder.
Network segmentation - you can't attack what you can't see
Fast-moving exploits are shrinking patch windows to hours, making network segmentation vital for protecting cameras, medical devices and other connected assets.
Reviews
Expert Columns
Public Services Increasingly Depend On Stronger, Smarter Networks
Cyber's failure of imagination relates to the cost of waiting
Private 5G in Australia and New Zealand: a guide for industrial organisations
SOCtoberfest Kickoff: The 7 Deadly Sins of Cybersecurity Meet CISA's Core Steps
Engineering for operations: going from security to insight
Cybersecurity is operating on the wrong clock
While you were doomscrolling: Medusa ransomware hits 500+ victims (and your spaghetti sauce might be listening to you)
Public certificate change puts VPN & Wi-Fi at risk
SonicWall cloud secure edge expands global network with three new points of presence
The autonomous SOC takeover
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Netskope launches Catalyst program: Facilitate, secure and get out of the way
AI demands network agility and better operational governance
Zscaler takes zero trust beyond the corporate network
Why radar is becoming key layer in critical infrastructure protection
AI transforming physical security into enterprise data solution
Recent Network Security News
Barracuda appoints Dan Fletcher as Chief Financial Officer
The cybersecurity company is bolstering its executive team as it pushes into a new growth phase and seeks to capitalise on demand for its platforms.
Oracle launches AI security mesh with OpenAI to fix flaws
The service aims to help enterprises spot and repair vulnerabilities faster across cloud and on-premises systems, while keeping human approval in place.
Cisco warns Asia Pacific firms lack confidence on AI agents
Only 52% of firms across Asia Pacific, Japan and China feel ready to detect and respond to compromised AI agents, Cisco found.
HPE integrates EdgeConnect into Mist & Aruba Central
The integration should cut the complexity of managing separate networking and security tools for businesses as AI-driven demand strains IT teams.
Netgear launches cloud-managed security gateway for SMEs
Smaller branches can now add cloud-managed security from NETGEAR at USD $349.99, with the first year of Exium service included.
Leostream launches cloud remote access alternative to VPN
Organisations can now limit contractors and staff to approved machines only, avoiding wider network exposure and reducing reliance on VPNs.
Fortinet launches cloud SASE for small branch offices
The move gives retailers and other distributed operators cloud security for small branches without adding on-site firewalls or endpoint software.
Fortinet launches AI security service for FortiGate
The cloud-delivered offering adds real-time prompt and response inspection to existing firewalls, helping firms curb shadow AI, data loss and runaway spend.
Cisco warns Singapore firms struggle to spot compromised AI
Just 38% of Singapore organisations feel able to detect and respond to compromised AI agents, as 89% suffered a cyber incident last year.
BT International expands Global Fabric with security options
Multinational firms can now choose from four security providers on BT's network platform as AI traffic raises demands on speed, resilience and control.
WatchGuard deepens Fiji tie-up with Datec after gold status
More Fijian businesses will gain access to managed cybersecurity services as WatchGuard strengthens local support through Datec's Gold Partner status.
Iranian hacker group hides C2 server in US for first time
Shared hosting in the US has made Prince of Persia's command-and-control traffic harder for defenders to spot as the group adapts its methods.
CyberFOX buys Optimize365 to bolster Microsoft 365 security
The deal adds continuous Microsoft 365 monitoring for smaller IT teams struggling to track configuration drift and security changes across limited staff and budgets.
Palo Alto Networks launches Cortex XDR One for AI agents
Businesses adopting AI agents now face new endpoint risks, which Palo Alto Networks says its Cortex XDR One platform is built to contain.
Fortinet urges urgent patching after AI-found flaws
Enterprise and service provider users are being told to patch exposed devices first as Fortinet warns AI is accelerating exploit development.
Gigamon launches GigaVUE-GSA110 for AI network ops
As AI workloads spread across cloud and on-premises systems, network teams need more context to spot shadow AI and govern traffic.
Tenable launches open AI partner network for security
Security teams can now connect exposure data with third-party AI tools to triage risks faster without building custom integrations.
HPE touts self-driving networks as AI adoption grows
As AI-driven systems spread, businesses are under pressure to cut outages and security risks by automating increasingly complex networks.
Microsoft expands Project Perception to police AI agents
Growing use of AI agents in corporate systems is creating a new internal risk category, prompting tighter real-time oversight from security teams.
Google updates VPC Service Controls with new policy tools
The free upgrade should let cloud administrators tighten access controls and fix blocked traffic faster across larger Google Cloud estates.
Job Moves
Genetec appoints Dale Simons as Account Executive for Victoria and Tasmania
Gallagher Security promotes George Dunleavy to Sales Manager for SA & NT
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Paul Randazzo joins Dicker Data to helm Cloud division
Fortinet responds to Govt legislation with appointment in Aus
