Networking, cloud and cybersecurity solutions provider Cisco plans to set up a new data center in Chennai, introduce new risk-based capabilities across its security portfolio for hybrid and multi-cloud environments and add several new features for its Duo Risk-Based Authentication solution.
The company will also invest in upgrading its current data center in Mumbai to offer enhanced security solutions to customers. The investments will help provide security services to more customers in a seamless and scalable manner, according to a report by BusinessLine.
Introduction of new risk-based capabilities
Cisco is introducing new risk-based capabilities that will demonstrate progress towards realising the full vision of the Cisco Security Cloud, which will safeguard the integrity of an organisation’s entire IT ecosystem. This includes the latest innovations in Zero Trust, application security, and secure connectivity.
“We are committed to helping Indian organisations enhance security resilience so they can turn their digitisation into a competitive advantage. We are introducing innovative cyber capabilities, expanding our security data center footprint, and continuing to build a dedicated engineering workforce in India to help organisations fortify their defenses and catalyze their transformation in the digital age,” said Daisy Chittilapilly, President, Cisco India & SAARC.
Enhancing digital security
Cisco also launched several new features for its Duo Risk-Based Authentication solution. The features will address security issues, including remembered devices and Wi-Fi fingerprints to authenticate less often in trusted situations, Verified Push to protect against phishing attacks, and expanded SSO capabilities that notify and allow users to reset their passwords before they expire, improving productivity for modern enterprises.
The company emphasized that India is a crucial market for them and has the second largest R&D center outside the USA. In addition, the company has a significant number of employees in India who work in the field of security engineering. These employees play a key role in facilitating the development of advanced security solutions and supporting Cisco’s transition to a software and subscription-based business model, according to the company’s statement.
“Cybersecurity is becoming more complex every day as businesses fast-track their move to the cloud. At Cisco, we’re committed to providing end-to-end protection for users and devices across multiple clouds and networks while ensuring a seamless experience. Our latest investments and innovations are aimed at helping customers simplify, streamline, and scale their cloud security quickly and efficiently,” said Samir Mishra, Director, Security Business, Cisco India & SAARC.
Cisco announced a major development in its application strategy, recognizing that as apps become a business, it has become essential to enhance their security. To this end, the company introduced Business Risk Observability, an addition to its Full-Stack Observability application security solution.