Citrix NetScalers provide a feature called AppFlow. AppFlow allows Netscaler devices to export flow data to collection tools, often to be used for network/security analysis. Citrix offers a UI for AppFlow configuration, but if you are not familiar with it, the … [Read more...] about How to Enable AppFlow from CLI
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Using your network as a sensor
I spent a lot of time talking to customers at RSA 2019 and a message that resonated with a lot of them was using your network as a sensor. I believe this is because SOC analysts often dig through log data or full packet capture—but then overlook network … [Read more...] about Using your network as a sensor
Why Data Enrichment Matters with NetFlow
Do you wanna build a NetFlow? Doesn’t have to be a NetFlow…Network metadata (NetFlow, IPFIX, sFlow, etc.) provides a wealth of information about the transactions that are happening on a network. Typically, if something happens on the network, NetFlow will … [Read more...] about Why Data Enrichment Matters with NetFlow
5 Reasons Service Providers Choose Scrutinizer
As a technical support engineer, I have worked with hundreds of customers across the globe. I typically ask them why they choose Scrutinizer as their go-to solution for network monitoring and security needs. While their answers may vary based on the role and … [Read more...] about 5 Reasons Service Providers Choose Scrutinizer
Q1 Roundup: 15 Interesting Articles on Cybersecurity News & Expert Opinions
Things move fast in cybersecurity, and it’s always worth investing time to stay up-to-date on the state of the field. I’ve gathered 15 articles all about cybersecurity news and insights to provide some food for thought. … [Read more...] about Q1 Roundup: 15 Interesting Articles on Cybersecurity News & Expert Opinions
WatchGuard NetFlow Configuration
“Does my WatchGuard firewall support NetFlow?” Customers who have WatchGuard firewalls have asked me this question many times over the years.The answer is YES! We can finally put WatchGuard on the list of firewalls that support flow technologies. … [Read more...] about WatchGuard NetFlow Configuration
Improving Real-Time Application Performance
Real-time applications have redefined the world around us. We can now hold meetings with members distributed across the world, play games with long-distance friends we haven’t seen in a while, or binge our favorite shows over a streaming service without … [Read more...] about Improving Real-Time Application Performance
How to Survive Your Office 365 Migration
An Office 365 migration can be a daunting task. We recently moved to the cloud to serve all our email needs. There were some learning pains and frustrations involved. I would like to pass on the life lessons based on my experience. … [Read more...] about How to Survive Your Office 365 Migration
Network Security: Using Dashboards to Aid Your Investigation
In my last post, titled Network Visibility: Using Dashboards to Tell a Deeper Story, we discussed how the dashboard feature of Scrutinizer can be an asset to multiple departments. I’ve had the opportunity to work with clients who had a one- or two-person shop … [Read more...] about Network Security: Using Dashboards to Aid Your Investigation
The IT Pro’s Guide to Super Effective Patch Management
Although it ought to be a basic task, patch management has nearly gotten out of control. Many vendors, to their credit, are quick to release patches when they discover issues. But there are more devices and applications on today’s networks, and an ever-growing … [Read more...] about The IT Pro’s Guide to Super Effective Patch Management
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