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CYCLOPS BLINK MALWARE INVADES WATCHGUARD ...

February 23, 2022 – The CSIA, National Security Agency, and FBI released a Joint Cyber Security Announcement today indicating that Cyclops Blink has been deployed to WatchGuard protected devices. This particularly insidious malware is thought to emanate from Sandworm, also known as Voodoo Bear, and said to originate from the Russian Main Center for Special Technologies.

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Deploying a WatchGuard DPI Certificate on a Mac

Follow these steps to install a WatchGuard DPI certificate on a Mac.  This is for use in HTTPS Inspection.

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WatchGuard Deep Packet Inspection (DPI)

The problem with HTTPS websites is it can cause you to get infected with root kits, malware, or ransomware such as Cryptowall and Locky.

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WatchGuard WebBlocker Actions

This video shows you an easy and effective way to manage WatchGuard WebBlocker policies.

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Setting Up a WatchGuard SSL VPN

This video shows you how to configure the WatchGuard SSL VPN and use it with mobile clients.

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New Firmware Release

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New Firmware Release

WatchGuard recently released new firmware for their T- and M- series devices. This is a maintenance release to address known issues. JSCM Group has tested this firmware and found no significant issues.

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Firebox System Manager (FSM) Tips and Tricks

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Firebox System Manager (FSM) Tips and Tricks

Firebox System Manager (FSM) is one of the tools available through WatchGuard System Manager (WSM). FSM is a live monitoring tool that can be used for troubleshooting or diagnostic purposes. If using this tool, there are several tips and tricks to be aware of to make usage much more effective.

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Cloud Visibility Reporting and Alerts

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Cloud Visibility has recently added new features, including the ability to send email alerts.  When configuring Cloud Visibility for your firewall, scheduling email alerts and recurring reports can help you stay aware of important events happening on your network.

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Updates to WatchGuard WebBlocker in 12.4 and 12.5

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WatchGuard has implemented several new features in its WebBlocker content filtering service over the last few firewall revisions. Previously, this service only allowed for two actions: Allow and Deny.  Now, WatchGuard has implemented a Warn action, as well as other options for allowing users to bypass if set with appropriate permissions.

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HIPAA Compliance with WatchGuard Firewalls 

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Given the requirements set through HIPAA, protecting medical information is critical.  Through the WatchGuard firewall we can configure several pieces to ensure this personal data is secure. 

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Advanced WatchGuard WebBlocker Settings

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To fully take advantage of the WatchGuard WebBlocker Signature Subscription, you must configure the service perfectly. This blog post walks you through Advanced configurations for taking full advantage of WatchGuard WebBlocker.

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Securing the WatchGuard IPSec VPN Through Policies

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In this months entry, we discuss various methods for securing WatchGuard IPSec VPNs through the WatchGuard Policy Manager. We review multiple methods to ensure the Basic Security Suite and Total Security Suite services function through WatchGuard Mobile VPN.

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