The Ultimate Guide to Network Security

2026 · Canadian Edition

Network Security encompasses the technologies, policies, and practices designed to safeguard computer networks from unauthorized access, attacks, and data breaches. In an era marked by digital transformation, cloud adoption, and increased remote workforces, securing networks has become an essential priority for businesses, governments, and institutions alike.

This tag brings together an extensive range of insights and developments on network security, reflecting current challenges such as ransomware surges, DDoS attacks, vulnerabilities in IoT devices, and emerging risks linked with AI and cloud infrastructures. Readers can explore the evolving landscape of network protection technologies including virtual firewalls, secure SD-WAN solutions, zero trust models, encrypted traffic management, and unified threat management platforms.

From detailed case studies on securing healthcare and retail sectors to analysis of regional cyber threat trends, readers will find practical advice, expert opinions, and vendor news that illuminate how network security strategies adapt to protect organizational assets, maintain compliance, and ensure business continuity in an increasingly complex cyber-threat environment.

Whether you are a cybersecurity professional looking to stay abreast of the latest innovations or a business leader seeking to understand and mitigate risks to your network infrastructure, this collection of stories offers valuable perspectives on the critical role of network security today.

Canadian Network Security news
Analyst Insights
Check Point wins Frost & Sullivan recognition for WAF
Frost & Sullivan · Network Security · Firewalls
Last week
Check Point tops Miercom hybrid mesh security benchmark
Miercom · Network Security · Firewalls
Last week
Check Point tops Miercom hybrid mesh security benchmark
Miercom · Network Security · Malware
Last week
Extreme says Platform ONE cuts network costs by 32%
Enterprise Management Associates · Network Security · EduTech
Last week
Gigamon eyes AI-led surge in network observability
IDC · Network Security · Virtualisation
This month
Expert columns
One click can trigger a breach, but security can stop it
By Jerome Lowe of SonicWall
Yesterday
Turning security into a story: How managed service providers use reporting to drive retention and revenue
By Scott Jenkins of SonicWall
Last week
VPN vulnerabilities don't have to become breaches
By Jerome Lowe of SonicWall
Last week
How MH Enterprise turns trust into cybersecurity success
By Gaëlle Perrin of SonicWall
Last week
Mythos changes everything: Is your AI agent security ready?
By Dev Rishi of Rubrik
Last week
How Atomgate uses education and partnership to drive successful SonicWall upgrades
By Gaëlle Perrin of SonicWall
This month
Microsoft April Patch Tuesday reveals 167 vulnerabilities
By Adam Barnett of Rapid7
This month
The why and what of FIPS 140-3 validation in modern cybersecurity
By Georgy Thadathil of SonicWall
This month
How Apograph uses proactive firewall upgrades to protect clients and control costs
By Gaëlle Perrin of SonicWall
This month
The evolving role of the CSO: From technical guardian to business strategist
By Bill O’Connell of Commvault
Last month
Why AI-powered security needs network telemetry across the hybrid cloud
By Ryan Mahoney of Gigamon
Last month
How cybersecurity partner programs are evolving in 2026
By Allison Clarke of SonicWall
Last month
How Sourcepass turns firewall upgrades into a competitive edge
By Gaëlle Perrin of SonicWall
Last month
Consistent security, less overhead: Help your customers do more with SonicWall NSM
By Suriti Singh of SonicWall
Last month
Saving the weekend: How SonicWall's SonicSentry SOC stopped a Saturday night cyberattack
By Sarah Wilkinson of SonicWall
Last month
Interviews
6G in Canada: Terahertz research drives early work
Discussing Unified Communications
This month
How Formula 1 turns data & cyber security into speed
Discussing Firewalls
Last month
Exclusive: VyOS Networks on why enterprise networks need a unified OS layer
Discussing Virtualisation
Tue, 16th Dec 2025
Exclusive: Check Point on defending networks against AI-driven threats
Discussing Firewalls
Fri, 12th Dec 2025
Recent news
BCIT audit praises strong cybersecurity governance
About EduTech
Last month
From Bill C-26 to C-8: Canada's cyber law reboot explained
About Unified Communications
Last month
Innovation without infrastructure? The hidden risk in Canada's AI-powered care
About Firewalls
Fri, 27th Feb 2026
Bell Cyber & Radware launch AI-driven cloud security
About Firewalls
Thu, 19th Feb 2026
Cyber Centre: AI-fuelled ransomware to target more Canadians
About Software Updates
Fri, 30th Jan 2026
Exclusive: Check Point on defending networks against AI-driven threats
About Firewalls
Fri, 12th Dec 2025
AI transformation begins with connectivity
About Trends & Predictions
Sat, 1st Nov 2025
Confidence high but few Canadians fully recover from ransomware
About Education, Learning & Training
Fri, 24th Oct 2025
AI demand fuels growth for Canadian MSPs amid security gaps
About Firewalls
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
Bell Canada launches autonomous Security Operations Centre
About Firewalls
Wed, 10th Sep 2025
Canadian firms lost over CAD $103 million to deepfake scams
About Bring Your Own Device
Wed, 30th Jul 2025
Check Point launches Canada CloudGuard WAF PoP to boost security
About Firewalls
Wed, 30th Jul 2025
Canadian IT leaders boost network spend to meet AI demands
About Firewalls
Thu, 26th Jun 2025
Canadian firms see reliable 5G as vital for innovation & growth
About Firewalls
Wed, 18th Jun 2025
Cisco unveils Duo IAM to strengthen identity-based security
About Firewalls
Thu, 29th May 2025
Ericsson unveils clientless ZTNA to boost 5G network security
About Bring Your Own Device
Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
Ericsson unveils wireless-first branch for AI-ready enterprises
About Firewalls
Wed, 9th Apr 2025
Fortinet boosts AI security & sustainability efforts
About Education, Learning & Training
2 days ago
AI tools widen cyber attack threat, Flashpoint warns
About Firewalls
Last week
IP Fabric launches MCP server for network operations
About Firewalls
Last week
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