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What is DNSSEC and Why Is It Important?

Author avatar of Robbie GrueRobbie Grue
Updated — February 24, 2023 • 2 minute read
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DNS Security Extensions, better known as DNSSEC, is a technology that was developed to protect against attacks so you can be sure [the DNS answer] is valid

Security

How DNS-Layer Security Can Improve Cloud Workloads

Author avatar of Prem VPrem V
Updated — July 1, 2020 • 2 minute read
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Cloud security challenges are different. Cisco Umbrella DNS-layer security keeps you protected everywhere your enterprise data is exposed in cloud workloads

Security

What is Cloud Security?

Author avatar of Lorraine BellonLorraine Bellon
Updated — August 24, 2020 • 3 minute read
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This blog explains what cloud security is, how it is different from other types of cybersecurity, and how Cisco Umbrella delivers cloud security.

Threats

Cybersecurity Terms and Threats You Need to Know in 2020

Author avatar of Lorraine BellonLorraine Bellon
Updated — December 13, 2021 • 8 minute read
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In this blog post, Cisco Umbrella defines the key cybersecurity terms and threats that everyone should know in 2020 and beyond.

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BlueCat's DNS Edge Is Cisco Umbrella's Newest Integration

Author avatar of Chris RiviereChris Riviere
Updated — February 27, 2024 • 5 minute read
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The BlueCat integration enables customers to get full visibility and protection for DNS traffic leaving your environment for users on and off network.

Threats

How to Defend Against Ransomware

Author avatar of Rachel AckerlyRachel Ackerly
Updated — July 1, 2020 • 3 minute read
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The 2nd Edition Ransomware Defense For Dummies eBook is freshly revised with the latest trends and techniques for stopping ransomware attacks in 2020 & beyond

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Cisco Umbrella’s Top 10 Cybersecurity Tips

Author avatar of Lorraine BellonLorraine Bellon
Updated — February 24, 2023 • 3 minute read
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To help strengthen your organization’s cyber security practices, here is our list of top 10 cybersecurity tips for anyone on the Internet (hint: that's you)

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Gartner Defines New Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) Solution – What You Need to Know

Author avatar of Kate MacLeanKate MacLean
Updated — July 1, 2020 • 3 minute read
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Find out how Gartner defines the Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), and what steps they recommend for security and risk management leaders to manage change.

Security

How to Secure Your Wi-Fi in Minutes

Author avatar of Rachel AckerlyRachel Ackerly
Updated — July 1, 2020 • 2 minute read
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With Cisco Umbrella, it takes only a few clicks to set up secure Wi-Fi with custom policies and deploy them across your Meraki MR access points in minutes.

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Shrinking the Cybersecurity Gender Gap with Girl Empowerment

Author avatar of Negisa TaymourianNegisa Taymourian
Updated — February 27, 2024 • 2 minute read
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On November 9th, the Cisco Umbrella teamed up to host interactive cybersecurity workshops at the World Wide Women Girls' Festival in San Francisco.

Top Blogs

  • Cisco Umbrella for Government: DNS Security Integrated With CISA Protective DNS August 29, 2024 4 minute read
  • Cisco Umbrella: A Leader in the GigaOm Radar for DNS Security June 26, 2024 3 minute read
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