Author Archives: Mark Klinchin

pre-session MFA

How to Enable MFA Before RDP and SSH Sessions

Remote access is essential for modern enterprises. IT administrators, DevOps teams, and vendors need to connect to critical infrastructure using Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) or Secure Shell (SSH). But many organizations still allow these sessions without enforcing a critical security … Read More

12port updates

What’s New in 12Port Platform for Microsegmentation

At 12Port, we don’t wait for the “next big version.” Our 12Port Platform evolves every week. That means when you log in to manage your microsegmentation policies, you’re working with the most secure, most capable version of our software, always. … Read More

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How to Segment SSH and RDP for Zero Trust Success 

RDP and SSH remain top targets for attackers because they offer direct access to the systems that matter most. As covered in our earlier post (Why You Should Segment RDP & SSH), segmenting these high-risk protocols is one of the … Read More

The Critical Role of Microsegmentation in Managing Lateral Movement

The Role of Microsegmentation in Managing Lateral Movement Through Inbound and Outbound Traffic Policies 

Microsegmentation has become a foundational component of enterprise security and a Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA). As threats continue to grow in complexity, the ability to contain and limit the spread of an attack inside the network is critical. Traditional perimeter-focused security … Read More

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The Shift Toward Agentless Solutions in Modern Enterprise Network Security

Enterprise networks are constantly evolving, driven by innovations in technology and the increasing need for efficiency, scalability, and security. One key debate in this evolution is the role of agent-based software in securing on-premises servers and workstations. Historically, agents played … Read More

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Leveraging Automatic Clustering for Effective Microsegmentation

Microsegmentation clustering is transforming the way network security is managed by allowing administrators to better understand and enforce security policies. … Read More

Dynamic Asset Classification

Importance of Dynamic Asset Classification in Microsegmentation

In this post, we explore the importance of dynamic asset classification in the context of microsegmentation. … Read More

Microsegmentation Visualization

Why Visualization is Essential in Microsegmentation

Microsegmentation is a powerful approach to securing network environments by creating smaller, isolated segments within a larger network. By doing so, it minimizes the attack surface and improves security across the network. However, understanding how traffic moves between these segments … Read More

Top Microsegmentation Features

Top Microsegmentation Features Added the Second Half of 2024

It’s been an exciting year at 12Port. Over the last 6 months, we’ve introduced several key features to our 12Port Horizon Microsegmentation platform. If you missed our weekly release notes and product updates, here’s a quick recap of the top … Read More

Microsegmentation Made Simple

Microsegmentation Made Simple: Small Steps to Big Security Gains

Getting started with microsegmentation doesn’t have to be overwhelming. By focusing on simple microsegmentation projects, IT teams can achieve significant security gains with minimal complexity. It involves managing intricate details about inter-device service connectivity. One WEB Server should connect to … Read More