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UK Universities Confront Rising Cyber Threats and Web Traffic Challenges

An easy to set up and use WAF is needed as web traffic and cyber threats surge in UK universities and colleges. With 62% of higher education institutions facing weekly cyberattacks, their IT departments are under immense pressure. The exponential growth in web traffic, combined with the complex security demands of numerous web applications, the protection of critical and sensitive data, disparate IT systems, limited resources, and varying levels of expertise, make them particularly susceptible to both state-sponsored and profit-driven cybercriminals.

Source: The Times Higher Education 2024

Innovative Solutions for Heightened Cybersecurity Needs

To counter these threats, TR7 is revolutionising the education sector with its user-friendly, state-of-the-art Application Security Platform. This centralised platform efficiently manages web traffic across single or multiple servers, equipping educational institutions with essential tools to protect themselves and regain control. At the core of their ASP is an advanced suite of Load Balancing (LB) and Web Application Firewall (WAF) solutions, ensuring the accessibility, security, and reliability of web services.

Cost-Effective, Plug-and-Play On-Premises Solutions

Historically, implementing Load Balancers and Web Application Firewalls has been both complex and expensive, prompting many educational institutions to opt for cloud-based solutions. However, increasing security concerns have led to a shift towards maintaining critical and sensitive data on-premises for enhanced security and control. TR7 addresses this need by providing cost-effective, plug-and-play on-premises solutions that seamlessly integrate with existing infrastructure, boosting security while minimising operational complexities and costs. Customers can choose between hardware appliances or a virtual device, depending on their preference.

Expert Technical Support

TR7 prides itself on offering top-tier technical support, with one of the fastest response times in the industry. Their expert team is ready to mobilise within 10 minutes, equipped to handle all incidents, from critical issues to general inquiries, ensuring network infrastructure remains resilient, secure, and high performing.

TR7: Masters of Cybersecurity

Based in Cheltenham, TR7 is a renowned cybersecurity firm specialising in Load Balancing and Web Application Firewall solutions. With over two decades of expertise, TR7 understands the unique challenges faced by universities and colleges. Their advanced Application Security Platform is meticulously designed to address these needs, ensuring robust security and compliance with streamlined operational efficiency.

For more information on how TR7 can protect your institution, contact Wise Distribution Ltd or call us today to arrange a live demo. https://wisedistribution.co.uk/contact-us/