SonicWall has warned customers to disable SSLVPN services due to ransomware gangs potentially exploiting an unknown security ...

In essence, the differences between the two focus on three main areas: Focus - antivirus focuses on internal threats (virus, malware); firewall focuses on external threats through traffic management ...

A firewall is one of every device’s oldest and most important features. Be it physical hardware or online software, firewalls are essential for all users who value security.

An issue in Windows Firewall with Advanced Security for Windows 11 24H2 was prompted by a feature in development, but not fully implemented.

It's a dangerous world out there for PC users and Web surfers, but which firewall should you use? Here's a close-up look at five top firewall software products, and some advice on which one is best.

Microsoft has resolved a known issue that triggers invalid Windows Firewall errors after rebooting Windows 11 24H2 systems ...

Bill Cheswick will deny that he invented computer firewalls, but it’s what the modest computer security researcher is really known for. He literally wrote the book on it in 1994.

Avast Premium Security’s firewall completely replaces Windows’ built in defenses—and boosts the control you get over the traffic passed to and from your PC.

The firewall is a “safety feature that provides protection against cyberattacks and hacking,” officials said, adding it instead prevented calls from getting to 911 dispatch centers.