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What is IT Process Automation? How to Build a More Resilient IT Department

As IT environments grow increasingly complex—and budgets and staff resources shrink—IT teams everywhere are looking for ways to fill the gaps. And they’re turning to IT process automation software. In fact, per Fortra’s recent IT automation survey , 72 percent of users say they’re looking to expand automation within the next year. Curious how your IT department can utilize a process automation...
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Patch Tuesday Update September 2023

This is my 211th Patch Tuesday in a role where I’m performing a complete analysis of the released Microsoft patches. It’s amusing to me to see what has changed and what has stayed the same.
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What Is Cloud Security?

Cloud security is the collection of plans, processes, and technologies that allow you to safely manipulate cloud-based data at rest, in use, and in motion. A comprehensive cloud-based security strategy encompasses several key elements.
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The Importance of VIOS

VIOS is considered a standard in organizations running IBM i, AIX, and Linux workloads. But don’t put your business at risk by letting it run unchecked. Learn five areas you must be monitoring.
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Accelerating Security Maturity with Fortra Bundles

In The Importance of Layering Offensive Security Solutions , Fortra experts underscore the advantage of developing a single source offensive security tooling portfolio. Read on to find out the necessary ingredients for a proactive strategy and why Fortra’s ability to combine and maximize solutions optimizes security and produces the most effective outcomes. The Five Elements of an Offensive...
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My Top 5 Takeaways from Black Hat 2023

This was the first Black Hat I’ve attended since 2019. It was great seeing old friends, meeting new friends in real life, and learning new things about a fast-moving industry. I was glad to be back, and I took notes. I’ve included my top 5 takeaway list here.
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Bank Info Security: Interview with Kate Bolseth

Michael Novinson interviewed Kate Bolseth for Bank Info Security. They discussed Fortra’s strategy, solutions, and the security related challenges faced by our customers today.