DDINetwork Automation2024 GigaOm Radar for DDI: Why EfficientIP is Named a LeaderDDI is crucial for network management, resilience, performance, security, and automation. The 2024 GigaOm Radar for DDI helps IT decision makers choose the right DDI solution amid evolving IT landscapes. Discover why EfficientIP continues to lead in this market-critical segment. EfficientIP has once again solidified a leadership position in the 2024 GigaOm Radar for DDI, being recognized as both a Leader and an Outperformer. This recognition highlights EfficientIPโs commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions in the DNS, DHCP, and IPAM (DDI)...
DNSDNS SecurityThe Importance of DNS Security in the AI-Driven Digital AgeDNS Security safeguards the internet’s phone book against cyberattacks. This blog shares real-life examples of DNS vulnerabilities and provides best practices to ensure robust protection against today’s sophisticated cyber threats. In today’s ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape, where threats are growing more sophisticated by the day, the promise of AI in bolstering cyber defenses is undeniable. However, to truly capitalize on AI’s potential, solid security foundations – such as DNS Security – must first be established. In this blog, we will take...
DDIDHCPDNSDNS SecurityIPAMNetwork AutomationEnhancing Olympics Network Security and UX with DDI Solutions: 3 Use CasesLarge sporting events such as the Olympic Games attract millions of spectators, athletes, and media personnel. Robust IT infrastructures are critical for running these events, so need to be highly resilient against network access disruptions, cybersecurity threats, live streaming interruptions, and operational communication failures. For addressing these challenges in order to ensure optimal user experience and strong network security, DDI solutions (DNS-DHCP-IPAM) and DNS security are foundational. Events Today: Situation & Challenges for Making Them Run Smoothly When it comes...
DNS SecurityA Year in Review: Google .zip TLD DNS Security ChallengesOne year after Google .zip TLD (Top Level Domains)’s launch, we take a retrospective look at the TLD impact on DNS security. The introduction of domain extensions mimicking common file extensions was met with both excitement and concern. While it opened new avenues for legitimate use, it also posed significant security challenges, particularly in the realms of phishing campaigns and malware distribution. This research was conducted by our DNS Threat Intelligence experts: Raphael Houver and Alexandre Gault. Research Overview EfficientIP...
Application Traffic RoutingDDIDNSDNS SecurityIPAMNetwork AutomationVirtualization & CloudWhy Multicloud Success Relies on Smart DDI SolutionsAs organizations increasingly embrace the cloud, the complexity and diversity of multicloud environments pose significant challenges, demanding robust, agile management solutions. Navigating this complexity requires sophisticated tools that can integrate, secure, and optimize disparate cloud services seamlessly. EfficientIP’s latest whitepaper, Achieving Multicloud Operational Excellence: The Key Role of DDI, offers valuable insights into leveraging DNS, DHCP, and IP Address Management (DDI) solutions to master these challenges. By centralizing control,enhancing visibility, enabling end-to-end automation, and simplifying compliance, DDI solutions empower businesses...
DDIIPAMNetwork AutomationEcosystem for Boosting NetOps: Network AutomationThe importance of ecosystems for Network Automation and Management In today’s digital landscape, networks serve as the backbone of nearly every aspect of modern life, from communication and commerce to entertainment and healthcare. As networks grow more complex, efficient management and smooth operation are crucial. Network automation is a game-changer, reducing manual intervention, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing network agility and responsiveness. It enables dynamic provisioning, configuration, management, and monitoring of network services based on application needs or policies. But,...
DNSDNS SecurityThe Key Role of Protective DNS for Phishing ProtectionPhishing attacks have been around for almost three decades. Awareness of them is wide with phishing protection measures to detect and block them included in almost every security solution. Nevertheless, they remain one of the most commonly used attack vectors. According to the IDC 2023 DNS threat report, 54% of organizations were victims of phishing attacks in 2023, a 3% increase from 2022. It is not surprising that regulatory bodies across the world are shining a spotlight on this attack...
DNSDNS SecurityInternet of ThingsDNS Threat Intelligence for Healthcare NetworksHealthcare institutions are proving to be increasingly targeted for cyberattacks such as DDoS and ransomware, causing life-threatening impact as well as severe breach damage costs. As it ensures seamless connectivity to important systems and services, enabling timely access to critical information, DNS is a top target and attack vector for cybercriminals. Itโs therefore no surprise that the IDC 2023 Global DNS Threat Report emphasizes specialized DNS Security, incorporating DNS Threat Intelligence, to be mandatory for proactive network security. Enlarged threat...
DNSDNS SecurityGDPRInternet of ThingsPrivacy LawsIs your DNS Security Ready for the NIS 2 Directive? The Clock is Ticking!The NIS 2 directive underscores the importance of robust DNS security to uphold internet integrity, highlighting DNS’s critical role in digital infrastructure and vulnerability to cyber threats. Implementing a Protective DNS Security solution combined with DNS-centric threat intelligence and other security measures is essential for organizations to improve defenses, minimize cyber risks, and ensure compliance with new standards set by NIS 2, thereby maintaining internet stability and security. Letโs take a closer look. NIS 2: What’s next? The year ahead...
DDIDHCPDNSDNS SecurityIPAMVirtualization & CloudNew DDI Observability Center: Optimizing Network OperationsAs modern networks become increasingly complex and difficult to manage, EfficientIP presents our DDI Observability Center to solve the challenges of network diversity, data overload, and limited visibility. This innovative cloud-based portal provides in-depth DDI and DNS telemetry, proactive monitoring, and interactive dashboards, enabling swift anomaly detection and efficient troubleshooting. It transforms network management by enhancing operational efficiency, optimizing network performance, and ensuring business resilience. This blog explores how DDI Observability not only addresses current network challenges but also aligns...
