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The Cisco ISE server has long been considered a cornerstone in network access control (NAC). It provides organizations with a way to verify, authenticate, and authorize every device and user...

What is CIANA in cybersecurity? In cybersecurity, CIANA is an acronym that represents the five core principles of information security: Confidentiality Ensures information is only accessible to authorized users. Examples:...

Modern networks have shifted toward hybrid identity, remote access, and cloud-first infrastructure. As this shift continues, many organizations are reassessing how device posture, compliance checks, and network access control should...

Every IT leader faces the same fundamental question: how do you know which devices and users are connected to your network right now, and if they should be there? In...

For years, Network Access Control (NAC) solutions like Cisco ISE, Aruba ClearPass, and Forescout were considered the gold standard for enforcing device authentication and network segmentation. But as organizations shift...

Network Access Control (NAC) is no longer optional. As enterprises contend with hybrid workforces, remote devices, IoT sprawl, and ever-evolving cyber threats, having a modern NAC solution in place is...

What is context-aware access? Context-aware network access is a security mechanism that dynamically enforces access policies based on the specific context of a user or device trying to access a...

What is identity-based access control? Identity-Based Access Control (IBAC) is a security mechanism used to regulate access to systems, networks, and data based on the digital identity of users or...

What is cloud-native access control? Cloud-native access control refers to a security approach that focuses on protecting applications and infrastructure built for cloud environments. Cloud environments are built to run...

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