Cisco resolves vulnerabilities in Enterprise NFVIS
Cisco resolved several vulnerabilities in Cisco Enterprise NFV Infrastructure Software (NFVIS). No exploits by cybercriminals were observed so far.
Cisco Enterprise NFVIS provides various virtual network services for the management of virtual network functions (VNFs). The newly addressed vulner... Read more
Cisco Predictive Networks forecasts network problems
Cisco introduces Predictive Networks. The technology allows organizations to solve network problems before they occur. Cisco hopes to unveil the first release in June.
In a recent survey, 45 percent of IT leaders said that downtime is their biggest network challenge. The more we digitalize, the ... Read more
Cisco introduces Secure Firewall 3100 for hybrid work environments
Cisco introduces the Secure Firewall 3100 Series. The firewalls feature a new architecture for securing hybrid work environments.
The physical firewall appliances are tailored toward the mid-range segment. Cisco specifically designed the firewalls to protect employees from both offices and remot... Read more
Cisco is standardizing Apple AirPlay for Webex
Cisco updated Webex to further support iPhones, iPad, MacBooks and iMacs. Webex now integrates with Apple AirPlay by default.
Cisco is standardizing AirPlay for its Webex Room, Desk, and Board device series. AirPlay allows users to connect their iPhone, iPad or Mac devices wirelessly for content... Read more
‘Cyberattacks were increasingly frequent and complex in 2021’
Both the volume and complexity of cyberattacks increased significantly in the past year. This is concluded in a Cisco security study of 2021.
Researchers registered 36 percent more attacks than in 2020. Respondents were most affected by ransomware, which is seen as the biggest threat. Companies'... Read more
NetApp and Cisco introduce FlexPod XCS for hybrid cloud
NetApp and Cisco announce FlexPod XCS, a Hyper-Converged Infrastructure (HCI) for hybrid clouds.
For years, NetApp and Cisco have been collaborating on a HCI platform for datacenters. With the introduction of FlexPod XCS, the HCI platform extends to hybrid cloud environments.
FlexPod XCS is a... Read more
Cisco introduces cloud-based private 5G solution
Cisco introduces a cloud-based private 5G-as-a-service solution that allows companies to self-deploy a private 5G network in enterprise environments. In addition, the tech giant is expanding its IoT portfolio and working more closely with Rakuten Symphony.
During MCW 2022, Cisco emphasized an in... Read more
Cisco announces $15 bln in share buybacks while raising its fiscal year earnings forecast
Cisco Systems raised its full-year earnings forecast on Wednesday, reporting that it expects benefits from the higher prices caused by the global chip shortage and the eventual decrease in logistics expenses as delays ease up.
In extended trading, the networking firm's shares jumped almost 5% af... Read more
‘Cisco bid 18 billion euros to acquire data specialist Splunk’
Cisco allegedly bid nearly 18 billion euros ($20 billion) to acquire data software specialist Splunk. According to the Wall Street Journal and Bloomberg, talks of a possible acquisition have stopped at this time.
Cisco's alleged 18 billion euro bid is higher than Spunk's estimated market value o... Read more
Cisco router vulnerabilities bring broad risks to SMB customers
The company is rushing to deliver fixes for its entire RV router series.
This week, Cisco disclosed 15 vulnerabilities that they have identified in their RV160, RV260, RV340, and RV345 Series routers. Cisco said it has released patches for the vulnerabilities, and that there are no workarounds f... Read more