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Security bugs in popular Cisco switch brand allow hackers to take over devices
The three vulnerabilities are as bad as it gets in terms of security flaws -- an authentication bypass, a remote code execution, and a command injection.
Cisco acquires Voicea, aims to add transcription, analytics to WebEx
Voicea can transcribe, take notes and create action items from meetings and voice and video calls. Cisco is betting that Voicea can give WebEx an edge.
Cisco to pay $8.6 million for selling vulnerable software to US government
Danish contractor gets $1.6 million of the final settlement for reporting Cisco to the US government.
Seriously? Cisco put Huawei X.509 certificates and keys into its own switches
How did cryptographic certificates and keys issued to Huawei end up in Cisco gear?
Huawei security: Half its kit has 'at least one potential backdoor'
Huawei's networking firmware is riddled with holes, according to a US security company.
New Cisco critical bugs: 9.8/10-severity Nexus security flaws need urgent update
Admins using Cisco's automation software or Nexus kit should patch now.
Cisco critical-flaw warning: These two bugs in our data-center gear need patching now
Cisco is warning enterprise admins to install security updates for two critical flaws.
Cisco alert: Patch this dangerous bug open to remote attacks via malicious ads
Cisco discloses a new high-severity bug in the web interface of its IOS XE software for switches and routers.
Tech news roundup: Cisco Live, Samsung A-series, and Salesforce acquires Tableau
This week's TechRepublic and ZDNet news stories include a look at the current state of 5G deployment, the severity of fake emails, and Cisco's quest for multi-cloud connectivity.
Cisco slightly beats Q3 expectations
Shares were up in after-hours trading after the company reported revenue growth across its products and services.
Thrangrycat flaw lets attackers plant persistent backdoors on Cisco gear
Most Cisco gear is believed to be impacted. No attacks detected, as of yet.
Cisco's warning: Patch now, critical SSH flaw affects Nexus 9000 fabric switches
Cisco alerts customers to a 9.8/10 flaw among a number of security bugs affecting Nexus 9000 fabric switches.
Cisco rolls out Wi-Fi 6 networking stack, bets the standard will enable as much as 5G
5G business transformation gets the press, but Wi-Fi 6 may have as big of an impact a few years sooner.
Dell Technologies extends systems integrator agreement with Cisco
The multi-year extension demonstrates Dell's commitment to the converged infrastructure market.
Cisco warns over critical router flaw
Admins with Cisco ASR 9000 Series routers need to urgently address a remotely exploitable flaw.
The tech legacy of the Rio Olympics
From improved connectivity to skills creation, we look into some of the technology benefits that Games host city Rio de Janeiro - as well as all of Brazil - will retain after the sporting competitions end.
Best of Show, Black Hat USA 2013 Vendors and Sponsors
Black Hat USA 2013 vendor area included companies such as Veracode, Booz Allen Hamilton and Microsoft, with creative schwag such as Botnets for Breakfast (cereal) and 'hacker' playing cards.
Cisco Linksys EA4500 review
With its novel cloud-based configuration and app platform, Cisco's EA4500 is an interesting experiment, but the hardware itself fails to excite.
First look at Cisco Cius tablet and AppHQ platform
A year after it was first introduced, Cisco Systems has trotted out its Cisco Cius tablet again for a closer look along with a brand new platform for deploying and buying mobile apps called AppHQ. Here's a hands-on first look.
10 reasons why telepresence could screw up your life (gallery)
Turn your living room into a video conference center? Here are 10 reasons why you might be happier just using your cell phone.
Cisco Umi: Telepresence meets your HDTV (images)
Cisco says it's time for telepresence technology in your living room with the introduction of Umi.
Gallery: Cisco connects city built from scratch
Songdo, South Korea is a city being built from scratch with high-speed communication systems installed from the ground level to the top floors of the largest skyscrapers.
Gallery: Cisco moves into blade servers
Cisco's Unified Computing System aims to unify components of the data center into one footprint. The goal is to cut the total cost of ownership by 20 percent in capital expenses and up to 30 percent in operating expenses.
Cisco Networkers party photos
Hung-over this morning? So are thousands of other network engineers and systems administrators who attended the huge party at Cisco's annual Networkers conference in Brisbane last night. We show you the highlights ... *groan*.
Brands in Second Life
Which big brands have setup shop in-world? View a map of brands in Second Life, and associated screen shots.
Images: Cisco's emergency radio system
Cisco has developed an Internet Protocol system to create compatibility between radio networks at public-safety agencies.
Photos: Cisco goes to university
Cisco Systems is searching for broadband's killer content and throwing cash at university students to find it.
Photos: Cisco goes to university
Cisco Systems is searching for broadband's killer content and throwing cash at university students to find it.
Cisco: DNS attacks will undermine trust in the internet
Sophisticated hacking group taps wide set of vulnerabilities as part of their global hacking spree.
Cisco to invest $20m in new Sydney Webex Data Center
With Australia one of the biggest global users of Webex, Cisco is building a new Sydney-based data centre.
Optus Business announces Cloud Calling with Cisco
Cisco’s BroadCloud and Webex will form the basis for the latest cloud-based offering from Optus Business.
Aussie Broadband kicks off network upgrade
NBN retailer Aussie Broadband is buying international capacity on four subsea cable systems, as well as upgrading its core network with Cisco.
Facebook is no longer the best place to work in the US, says Glassdoor
Facebook's ranking as the best place to work in the US takes a dive after 2018's scandals.
Cisco announces July Systems acquisition
July Systems will integrate with Cisco's Enterprise Networking Group, bolstering its indoor location services for vertical industries. Read more: https://zd.net/2JQdXk3
How the Ebola crisis changed a hospital telehealth strategy
The University of Virginia Health System tackled the Ebola crisis in Africa and the aftermath of the Charlottesville protests using Cisco technology.
Cisco Live 2018: Mixing Alexa and networking
Voice activated network control is now possible, as demonstrated at Cisco Live 2018 in Orlando.
FBI tells Internet users: Reboot routers to deal with malware threat
The FBI is recommending that all small business and home router owners reboot devices, even if they're not among the brands known to be affected.
IoT wildlife protector used to fight African poachers
Phase two of the goodwill Internet of Things project from both tech giants will see conservation efforts boosted in South Africa and extended into Zambia, Kenya, and Mozambique.
Cisco's Smart Install Client protocol can be misused to access critical infrastructure
Cisco urges Smart Install client users to patch and securely configure the software.
Cisco patches critical Smart Install flaw: 8.5 million devices affected
Cisco patches a severe flaw in switch deployment software that can be attacked with crafted messages sent to a port that's open by default.
Apple and Cisco team up on cybersecurity insurance
Apple and Cisco are now offering insurance policies to companies to protect them financially against cyber attacks.
Cisco's encrypted traffic analytics
Cisco security expert Brian Ford demonstrates the networking giant's new encrypted traffic analytics security solution, which detects malware without decrypting data.
Cisco's new IoT operations platform to support connected device initiatives at scale
Cisco has unveiled its Internet of Things operations platform labelled Kinetic, which it said will enable enterprises to extract trillions of terabytes of data from devices.
Cisco Linksys EA4500 review
With its novel cloud-based configuration and app platform, Cisco's EA4500 is an interesting experiment, but the hardware itself fails to excite.
Cisco 891 ISR
A great little all-in-one network connectivity and security device that offers good value for money and is perfect for a small office or branch/regional office deployment. You would be hard pressed to pass by the 890 family of ISR devices from Cisco.
Cisco Unified IP Phone 6900 Series
If you want to use Cisco for your corporate IP telephony network but can't afford a 7900 series phone for everyone, it's a no-brainer to check out the lower-specced 6900 series.