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The implications of the hack will only become apparent in the coming weeks, at least the part of it that will actually be made public. But it is already clear that all organizations must implement a zero-trust model as soon as possible in order to at least be able to limit damage in the event of an attack of this dimension. Following this approach, the network and all resources are segmented and separated by function. Consequently, an Exchange Server administrator would not also have permission to manage Oracle databases. Companies must also apply a privileged access management strategy that protects accounts with higher access rights in particular. Since organizations usually move slowly and such changes have a wide impact on organizational structures beyond technical implementation these are not ad hoc measures. But anyone in charge of information security in their company should review their priorities for 2021 following the SolarWinds hack.

The implications of the hack will only become apparent in the coming weeks, at least the part of it that will actually be made public. But it is already clear that all organizations must implement a zero-trust model as soon as possible in order to at least be able to limit damage in the event of an attack of this dimension. Following this approach, the network and all resources are segmented and separated by function. Consequently, an Exchange Server administrator would not also have permission to manage Oracle databases. Companies must also apply a privileged access management strategy that protects accounts with higher access rights in particular. Since organizations usually move slowly and such changes have a wide impact on organizational structures beyond technical implementation these are not ad hoc measures. But anyone in charge of information security in their company should review their priorities for 2021 following the SolarWinds hack.

Attackers are using mobile communication channels such as WhatsApp or SMS to contact their victims more frequently, thanks to the smartphone. This attack vector has become known as smishing – a combination of SMS and phishing. As many employees are currently working from home, they are also using mobile devices more than ever before. Many jobs these days do not need much more than a company smartphone and laptop. Even production processes are also increasingly being controlled by mobile devices which opens up completely new possibilities for hackers to access company data, aside from phishing. These changes mean that mobile devices now provide an optimal gateway into secure networks. Smishing covers all attempts at fraud via SMS, WhatsApp and other messenger services that criminals use to attempt to spread malware or tap sensitive data.

Attackers are using mobile communication channels such as WhatsApp or SMS to contact their victims more frequently, thanks to the smartphone. This attack vector has become known as smishing – a combination of SMS and phishing. As many employees are currently working from home, they are also using mobile devices more than ever before. Many jobs these days do not need much more than a company smartphone and laptop. Even production processes are also increasingly being controlled by mobile devices which opens up completely new possibilities for hackers to access company data, aside from phishing. These changes mean that mobile devices now provide an optimal gateway into secure networks. Smishing covers all attempts at fraud via SMS, WhatsApp and other messenger services that criminals use to attempt to spread malware or tap sensitive data.

Nuremberg, March 4, 2020 – With NCP Exclusive Remote Access Management, remote access infrastructures can be managed centrally, securely and efficiently using Juniper SRX Gateways and NCP Exclusive Remote Access Clients. In the new version 5.30, administrators and users benefit from the new NCP Authenticator App for generating temporary passcodes for two-factor authentication, a web interface and a configuration tool for Linux.

Nuremberg, March 4, 2020 – With NCP Exclusive Remote Access Management, remote access infrastructures can be managed centrally, securely and efficiently using Juniper SRX Gateways and NCP Exclusive Remote Access Clients. In the new version 5.30, administrators and users benefit from the new NCP Authenticator App for generating temporary passcodes for two-factor authentication, a web interface and a configuration tool for Linux.

NCP engineering today announced the release of its new macOS Clients version 4.00. The NCP Secure Enterprise macOS Client 4.00, the NCP Secure Entry macOS Client 4.00, and the NCP Exclusive Remote Access macOS Client 4.00 include a network adapter for IPv4/IPv6 and provide full compatibility with macOS Catalina 10.15. The new macOS Clients are also certified by Apple.

NCP engineering today announced the release of its new macOS Clients version 4.00. The NCP Secure Enterprise macOS Client 4.00, the NCP Secure Entry macOS Client 4.00, and the NCP Exclusive Remote Access macOS Client 4.00 include a network adapter for IPv4/IPv6 and provide full compatibility with macOS Catalina 10.15. The new macOS Clients are also certified by Apple.

NCP engineering today released the Virtual Secure Enterprise VPN Server offering full compatibility with virtualization platforms for enterprises, Service and SaaS providers. As a virtual VPN gateway appliance, the NCP Virtual Secure Enterprise VPN Server integrates mobile and stationary employees in a cross-company data network. The VPN appliance is also predestinated for Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) projects. Special features of the NCP Virtual Secure Enterprise VPN Server include a sophisticated multi-client capability, NCP’s patented VPN Path Finder Technology, an easy update mechanism, and high availability.

NCP engineering today released the Virtual Secure Enterprise VPN Server offering full compatibility with virtualization platforms for enterprises, Service and SaaS providers. As a virtual VPN gateway appliance, the NCP Virtual Secure Enterprise VPN Server integrates mobile and stationary employees in a cross-company data network. The VPN appliance is also predestinated for Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) projects. Special features of the NCP Virtual Secure Enterprise VPN Server include a sophisticated multi-client capability, NCP’s patented VPN Path Finder Technology, an easy update mechanism, and high availability.