Security

Security

SaaS application security startup Adaptive Shield comes out of stealth

August 12, 2020 Mark Cox Comments Off on SaaS application security startup Adaptive Shield comes out of stealth
Adaptive Shield has a strong channel component in their Go-to-Market strategy, which includes both VARs and MSSPs.

Security

SonicWall refreshes high end of both enterprise and SMB firewalls

August 11, 2020 Mark Cox 1
SonicWall has refreshed the hardware and firmware for its enterprise NSsp 15700 and SMB TZ570 and TZ670 firewalls, and has united their management with a common code in the new SonicOS 7.0, which also adds a modern interface.

Security

Anti-phishing vendor SlashNext hires Patrick Harr as CEO to drive next stage of growth

August 10, 2020 Mark Cox Comments Off on Anti-phishing vendor SlashNext hires Patrick Harr as CEO to drive next stage of growth
SlashNext’s new CEO talks with ChannelBuzz about what he sees as SlashNext’s differentiation in the phishing space, and how he intends to drive their expansion so that they become the authority in the space.

Artificial Intelligence

Netenrich bolsters security credentials with new Attack Surface Intelligence offering and free global threat intelligence feed

August 6, 2020 Mark Cox Comments Off on Netenrich bolsters security credentials with new Attack Surface Intelligence offering and free global threat intelligence feed
Knowledge Now, the free global threat intelligence tool, is designed to provide actionable intelligence, while Attack Surface Intelligence provides a hacker’s view of the customer’s environment, and indicating problem areas and how to fix them.

data security
Security

From incident to resolution: Essential steps to survive a cyberattack

August 6, 2020 ESET Guest Blog Comments Off on From incident to resolution: Essential steps to survive a cyberattack
ESET offers a how-to guide on getting through a security breach, from making preparations for an attack yet to happen, though to mopping up and learning lessons after the fact.

Channel Programs

Area 1 launches partner program to expand Cloud Email Security offering beyond large enterprise

August 6, 2020 Mark Cox Comments Off on Area 1 launches partner program to expand Cloud Email Security offering beyond large enterprise
Patrick Sweeney, who took over as CEO in April, talks with ChannelBuzz about the program’s philosophy, goals, and features like a pay-for-performance billing option to get into accounts with an incumbent.

Managed Services

Four pandemic security risks requiring MSPs’ immediate attention

August 4, 2020 Barracuda MSP Guest Blog Comments Off on Four pandemic security risks requiring MSPs’ immediate attention
As more cities and states brace for extended shutdowns, MSPs should be mindful of emerging security risks. Here’s some advice from Barracuda MSP’s Mark Whiffen.

Channel Programs

Digital Defense adds MSP tier to their channel program

August 4, 2020 Mark Cox Comments Off on Digital Defense adds MSP tier to their channel program
Digital Defense adds a formal MSP tier for the first time, with the conviction that this is where their market is headed, and that if they do it right, it will provide them with major advantages.

E-commerce

Palo Alto Networks looks to stimulate exchange of SOAR automation ideas with Cortex XSOAR Marketplace

August 4, 2020 Mark Cox Comments Off on Palo Alto Networks looks to stimulate exchange of SOAR automation ideas with Cortex XSOAR Marketplace
There is a way for marketplace participants to monetize their submissions, but that’s not the primary function of this marketplace.

Channel Programs

Ping Identity reworks partner program to increase support for implementation partners

July 31, 2020 Mark Cox Comments Off on Ping Identity reworks partner program to increase support for implementation partners
The big news is the establishment of a four-tier Delivery Approved program, to provide more support for delivery-focused partners with consulting practices