The C-Word...Configuration
The firewall is the cornerstone of any network security setup. But a firewall without the right configuration can cause a world of problems. On this episode of Ping, Firewalls.com Director of Sales Anthony Mercho tells Andrew & Kevin what to consider when it comes to specific configuration scenarios, why the setup wizard (and one size fits all) is a no go, what settings are generally best to avoid, and why the right professional configuration not only maximizes your security, but also your network performance.Learn how to get an expertly done configuration: https://www.firewalls.com/professional-services.html.In our headlines segment, we discuss a survey that says business leaders aren't showing their employees they take cybersecurity seriously, criminal charges against a former Uber security leader for trying to hide a cyber attack, and the idea that CEOs and other business leaders of the future will face consequences themselves for hacks.See the stories:1 in 3 Employees Believe Their Company’s Cybersecurity is a Moderate or Major Problemhttps://smallbiztrends.com/2020/09/employee-worries-cyber-security.htmlU.S. charges former Uber security chief with covering up massive 2016 hackinghttps://www.reuters.com/article/us-uber-hack-charges/u-s-charges-former-uber-security-chief-with-covering-up-massive-2016-hacking-idUSKBN25G2GICEOs Could Be Held Personally Liable for Cyberattacks that Killhttps://threatpost.com/ceos-personally-liable-cyberattacks-kill/158990/Then it's the second edition of Ransomware Reckoning, where we spotlight an attempt on Teslahttps://techcrunch.com/2020/08/28/daily-crunch-tesla-ransomware/.Get info on all things network security through our new, improved blog, https://firewalls.com/blog.And please do reach out, as we want to hear from you. Suggest an episode topic, ask a question, or just say hi in a review, or by emailing podcast@firewalls.com. New episodes are normally released every other Wednesday, so subscribe/follow to ensure you get the latest first - and again, please rate and review.Thanks for listening!