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Cisco Blogs / Security / Threat Research / FireEye Breach Detection Guidance Cyber security firm FireEye recently disclosed an incident that was reported to have resulted in the inadvertent disclosure of various internally developed offensive security tools (OSTs) that were used across FireEye red-team engagements. Some of these tools appear to be based on well-known offensive frameworks like Cobalt Strike. This is even evident in the naming convention used in the coverage designated by FireEye. …

Licenses for premium wireless bandwidth sought by service providers to build out high-performance 5G networks is being auctioned off by the Federal Communications Commission, potentially grossing up to $50 billion and enabling features that enterprises desire most. The spectrum on the block is a piece of what’s known as the C-band, specifically the 280MHz-wide swath of it from 3.7GHz to 3.98GHz. It provides wider channels that support faster connections and lower latency than other ranges…

Licenses for premium wireless bandwidth sought by service providers to build out high-performance 5G networks is being auctioned off by the Federal Communications Commission, potentially grossing up to $50 billion and enabling features that enterprises desire most. The spectrum on the block is a piece of what’s known as the C-band, specifically the 280MHz-wide swath of it from 3.7GHz to 3.98GHz. It provides wider channels that support faster connections and lower latency than other ranges…

Connecting thousands or millions of devices to achieve meaningful business results can be complex and costly. Bridging the gap between an Enterprise’s and a Service Provider’s network, Cisco’s IoT Control Center delivers visibility and control across a Service Provider’s network in the form of a service that Enterprises can use for adopting, managing, and scaling their connected devices. We’ve recently reached a momentous milestone as the first Connectivity Management Platform that spans across an entire…

The idea that technology can and should make the world a better place has been said so often that it can come off as a cliché. As tech professionals we intend to make a difference, but serious action often gets sidetracked by day-to-day distractions. Manifesting hope is about making our intentions a priority. It’s about having the courage to take serious action and hold ourselves accountable, just as we do for our business. Combining hope…

The WebexOne series highlights a wave of Webex innovation to drive experiences that are 10x better than in-person interactions, help organizations collaborate seamlessly, and transform their employees and customer experiences to power an inclusive future for all. Empowering the Remote Worker and Enabling a Safe Return to Office In a time where staying close means keeping our distance, we have seen the world find innovative ways to keep going whereas a global community we have quickly changed…

This is part two in a three-part blog series. Read the APJC spotlight here. Success is best when shared, and that’s why I love witnessing our partners as committed as we are to seeing SecureX win. Since it’s launched, we’ve seen partners embrace SecureX in a lot of innovative ways. Yves Mertens, the Security Partner/Channel Sales Leader in EMEAR, recently told me about a particularly exciting campaign that Natilik is running in the UK. In…

At first glance, the words ‘security’ and ‘philanthropy’ don’t automatically seem to fit together. But if you take a second to think about it, you’ll realize they are actually quite complementary. Philanthropy is about promoting the welfare of others. Especially in this day and age, with so much of our private information online, the entire concept of cybersecurity can benefit everyone – preserving the privacy and integrity of data, and in turn, the people who…

Cisco’s purpose to power an inclusive future for all is something the company has been committed to for decades. The power of our technology to create positive and inclusive outcomes on a global scale was immediately apparent to Cisco’s founders and has been core to our corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs ever since. We have always focused on providing individuals and communities with access to opportunities—helping people get their basic needs met, obtain relevant skills,…

Over the past year, Network Detection and Response (NDR) has emerged as a critical component of a business’ security posture. Your network is growing both on-prem and in the cloud, mobile workers are more abundant than ever, and attackers are continuing to evolve and find new ways to threaten your business with attacks that can lead to critical data loss, misuse of resources and more. Needless to say, the threat landscape is more complex and…