Weekly Intelligence Brief on Network Security - Week of November 10, 2025

Key Takeaways

• Itential collaborates with Carahsoft to enhance federal automation.
• Dell’Oro Group forecasts $26 billion for Hybrid Mesh Firewall market by 2029.
• Nokia and OneLayer partner to improve secure private 5G for utilities.
• Zscaler enhances ZDX platform for faster issue resolution.
• Cloudbrink launches platform for secure enterprise Artificial Intelligence (AI) access.

Recent developments highlight a focus on automation and security across various sectors. Itential partnered with Carahsoft to streamline automation processes for federal agencies, addressing compliance and operational efficiency demands. This collaboration is particularly pertinent as the need for integrated solutions in federal infrastructure grows.

Dell’Oro Group has projected that the Hybrid Mesh Firewall and Microsegmentation markets will exceed $26 billion by 2029, driven by increased enterprise adoption of zero-trust strategies. The report mentions a nearly 20% Compound Annual Growth rate (CAGR), indicating sustained interest and investment in these security frameworks.

Nokia and OneLayer announced a partnership aimed at enhancing secure private 5G and Long Term Evolution (LTE) adoption for utility companies. By integrating Nokia’s private networks with OneLayer’s Operational technology (OT), the two aim to improve device visibility and security within these critical infrastructures.

Zscaler introduced enhancements to its ZDX platform designed to improve issue resolution for enterprises, reducing issue detection time significantly. The new features include network intelligence and managed monitoring, which facilitate faster responses to performance problems.

Additionally, Cloudbrink launched an AI platform for secure enterprise adoption focused on integrating zero-trust principles to manage risks associated with AI utilization. This platform aims to address concerns related to data exposure and compliance violations among enterprises utilizing AI technologies.

1. Itential and Carahsoft Collaborate to Enhance Federal Automation Efforts
   Itential and Carahsoft's partnership aims to streamline automation for federal agencies amid increasing compliance demands.
2. Dell’Oro Group forecasts $26 billion Hybrid Mesh Firewall market by 2029
   Dell’Oro Group forecasts Hybrid Mesh Firewall and Microsegmentation markets to exceed $26B by 2029, driven by zero-trust adoption.
3. Nokia and OneLayer partner to enhance secure private 5G/LTE for utilities
   Nokia and OneLayer announced a partnership to enhance secure private 5G/LTE for utility companies, improving operational efficiency.
4. Zscaler Launches Enhancements to ZDX for Improved Issue Resolution
   The latest Zscaler ZDX updates include Network Intelligence and Managed Monitoring to improve user experience and reduce downtime.
5. Cloudbrink AI platform enables secure, compliant enterprise AI access
   Cloudbrink launched an AI platform for secure and compliant enterprise AI adoption, integrating Zero-Trust principles and connectivity.
6. Zscaler secures the enterprise AI lifecycle with acquisition of SPLX
   The acquisition of SPLX aims to secure the enterprise AI lifecycle, leveraging advanced technology for AI risk management.
7. Zscaler ThreatLabz unveils 67% increase in Android malware and evolving Internet of Things (IoT) threats
   India experienced 26% of mobile attacks, while the U.S. was the top target for IoT attacks at 54%, according to Zscaler's report.
8. Check Point Software Named Recommended Vendor in NSS Labs 2025 Report
   Check Point Software received recognition as a Recommended vendor in the NSS Labs 2025 report, achieving a 99.59% security effectiveness score.
9. Dell’Oro Group examines Cloud Network-as-a-Service (CNaaS) growth potential towards 2029
   In the latest CNaaS installment, key trends in LAN-as-a-Service evolution are discussed as enterprises transition from Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) to Operational Expenditure (OpEx) models.
10. Corero Network Security reports growth driven by major client renewal and platform enhancements.
    CEO Carl Herberger highlighted market momentum, emphasizing the need for flexible and scalable Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) protection solutions.
11. Nokia and OneLayer partner to enhance secure private 5G adoption for utilities
    Nokia and OneLayer partnered to enhance secure private 5G adoption for utilities, integrating their technologies to improve efficiency.