Security Article Archive:

Fortinet debuted the latest iteration of its Web application firewall OS and three new related appliances, a move that gives it more relevance and credibility with large scale customers as the firm continues its upmarket journey.

Kaspersky Lab is once again revving to move further into virtualization markets with the launch of its Kaspersky Security for Virtualization-Light Agent geared for Citrix XenServer and XenDesktop, a move that, among other things, opens doors for the firm’s upmarket ambitions.

Security vendor Blue Coat shakes up its messaging as it announces the acquisition of Solera Networks and SSL technology from Netronome.

Fortinet fills major channel gaps left by executive departures, signaling rejuvenated channel effort and increased reliance on partners as it revs for an enterprise expansion.

Like many of industry peers, security software firm Websense is headed toward private status after inking an almost $1 billion deal to be acquired by equity firm Vista Equity Partners.

Sourcefire is upping the stakes in the advanced threat security race with the launch of an appliance touting file- and device-trajectory capabilities, additions that give partners new paths for high-margin forensic services.

Recent data from CompTIA shows 66 percent of companies are allowing or mandating the BYOD trend in their organizations — but IT departments and solution providers are finding the devices are only the beginning.

E-discovery and cyber-forensics vendor AccessData is injecting $6M into its channel this year as it ramps up its indirect business.

Barracuda debuts a Web application firewall that defends against DDoS attacks, taking the firm further in its upmarket journey. And it’s hoping the security and storage channel will recognize its enterprise efforts.

Dell remains mired in the battle over who will control its future and what roll the PC will play in its restoration to profitability and growth. The real issue, though, is how Dell can accelerate the revenue and profitability of its enterprise products.