Versa Newsletter - June 2025

Welcome to the June edition of the Versa newsletter! Help yourself below to the latest SASE insights and happenings. Don’t miss out on your copy of the just-released 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for SSE, as well as Futuriom’s report on AI readiness! And definitely check out the podcast interview by The Citi Institute with Versa’s CEO on navigating the fundraising journey.

>> EVENTS <<

Evanta CISO Summit | June 25, 2025, Pier Sixty – New York, New York

Join New York’s top CISOs for a one-day local program focused on shared challenges and priorities. Engage in peer-led discussions and connect with fellow C-level leaders. | Register now.   

TechNet Augusta | August 18–21, 2025, Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center – Augusta, Georgia

TechNet Augusta offers a deep dive into the cyber domain, guided by the U.S. Army Cyber Center of Excellence and industry leaders. The event fosters communication, collaboration, and problem-solving around evolving tech and procurement challenges in defense and government. Register now.

>> WEBINARS <<

The State of SASE in 2025: Trends, Evaluation Criteria, and Strategic Insights - On-Demand Webinar

Get expert insights on the future of SASE. Join GigaOm and Versa specialists to explore key trends, evaluation criteria, and architecture shifts from the 2025 GigaOm Radar for SASE. | Watch now.

Generative AI Governance and Data Protection | On-Demand Webinar

Is your enterprise ready to tackle the security and compliance risks of generative AI? Join our webinar to discover how the Versa GenAI Firewall helps detect Shadow GenAI, prevent data leaks, and ensure AI compliance - securely and seamlessly. | Watch now.

The Next Evolution of NGFWs — Defending Against Modern Cyber Threats | On-Demand Webinar

Watch this webinar to learn why today’s evolving threats demand more than legacy firewalls and how modern security strategies can better protect hybrid workforces and IoT-rich environments. | Watch now.

Operationalizing UEBA & Versa XDR: Real-World Deployment, Analytics, and Feedback | On-Demand Webinar

Watch this webinar to see how Versa combines UEBA and XDR to detect hidden threats and automate response across complex, hybrid cloud environments - beyond what traditional monitoring can catch. | Watch now.

>> INSIGHTS AND RESOURCES <<

2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Security Service Edge | ANALYST REPORT

Versa is one of nine vendors included in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant™ for SSE. Access the full report for market insights and vendor evaluations. | Read now.

What’s Next for Networking Infrastructure for AI | ANALYST REPORT

Explore how AI is reshaping network infrastructure in Futuriom’s 27-page Cloud Market Trend Report - covering performance, security, and cost-efficient strategies for AI readiness. | Read now.

Why SASE Transforms Security | Blog

Read this blog to discover why traditional security models are failing and how Versa’s unified, AI-powered SASE platform offers a smarter, faster way to stay ahead of today’s evolving cyber threats. | Read now.

2025 Verizon DBIR Inside: Cybersecurity Trends from 12,000+ Data Breaches | Blog

Gain critical insights from the 2025 Verizon DBIR as this blog unpacks top breach trends, including ransomware tactics, third-party risks, and BYOD vulnerabilities shaping today’s threat landscape. | Read now.

Revolutionizing Your LAN: Seamless Management and Complete Visibility with Versa Secure SD-LAN | Blog

This blog explores why modern LANs must evolve to meet rising demands from IoT, AI apps, and high-bandwidth usage - emphasizing the need for secure, AI-driven, and simplified network management. | Read now. 

Ditch the Glitches, Embrace Exceptional Voice and Video Experience with Versa Secure SD-WAN | Blog

The blog examines the surge in real-time voice, video, and collaboration tool usage in hybrid work environments and the challenges organizations face in delivering reliable, high-quality user experiences. | Read now.

Next-Gen Firewall Redefined: Versa NGFW Takes the Lead | Blog

This blog highlights why traditional firewalls fall short and how Versa’s Next-Generation Firewall delivers superior protection across hybrid work, cloud, and IoT, thus, earning top marks from CyberRatings and Gartner Peer Insights. | Read now.

How Networking Improves Your Cybersecurity Posture | Blog

This blog explains how the traditional separation of networking and security creates gaps and vulnerabilities in today’s complex IT environments. It introduces networking-driven security as a solution where the network actively enhances protection, visibility, and policy enforcement across the enterprise. | Read now.

>> VERSA CYBER THREAT INTELLIGENCE REPORTS <<

To stay up to speed on the latest vulnerabilities, dark web activity, threat actors, and cyber security news, visit the most recent weekly Versa Cyber reports below: 

Versa Cyber – June 14, 2025 SinoTrack GPS Devices Vulnerable to Remote Vehicle Control, Trend micro cyber risk report 2025, Interpol Targets Infostealers...

Versa Cyber – June 7, 2025 New Chrome Zero-Day Actively Exploited, Tax resolution firm Optima Tax Relief hit by ransomware, Google Exposes Vishing Group UNC6040 Targeting Salesforce with Fake Data Loader App...

Versa Cyber – May 31, 2025 China-Linked Hackers Exploit SAP and SQL Server Flaws, MathWorks, Creator of MATLAB, Confirms Ransomware Attack, More than $12 million stolen from crypto platform Cork Protocol...

Versa Cyber – May 24, 2025 FBI warns of Luna Moth extortion attacks, Police arrests 270 dark web vendors, U.S. Dismantles DanaBot Malware Network, Hackers Use TikTok Videos to Distribute Vidar and StealC Malware...

>> IN THE NEWS <<

ALE Partners with Versa to Expand Secure SD-WAN and SASE Offerings | The Fast Mode, June 18, 2025

Versa Expands Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise Partnership | Channel Vision Magazine, June 18, 2025

Alcatel-Lucent expands security portfolio with Versa for SD-WAN integration SDxCentral, June 18, 2025

20 Expert Tips to Avoid Network Automation Pitfalls | Forbes, June 18, 2025

CEO Interview (Podcast) – The Fundraising Journey: Navigating Private Placements and Strategic Partnerships | Citi, june 17, 2025

Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise & Versa boost secure network access | IT Brief, June 17, 2025

Versa and OPSWAT Partner to Enhance Real-Time Device Security for SASE | Enterprise IT World, June 13, 2025

Versa and OPSWAT Partner to Strengthen SASE Security with Real-Time Device Defense | Security Review, June 13, 2025

Versa, OPSWAT Partner for Real-Time SASE Device Security | Channel Vision, June 12, 2025

Versa Founder Interview: Versa exemplifies the idea of a self-protecting network | VarIndia, June 1, 2025

Versa Recognized in Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Security Service Edge for Second Year in a Row | Press Release, May 28, 2025

True Costs of Enterprise Firewall Refreshes | Forbes, May 23, 2025

For more Versa news, go to our news page.

>> LET US KNOW WHAT YOU THINK <<

If there are any topics you would like us to include in this monthly newsletter or you have a question for us, please feel free to reach out at newsletter@versa-networks.com.