Connectwise Automate IP Restrictions: The good, bad, and ugly

IP restrictions for Connectwise Automate were released in patch 2022.11. This long-awaited feature has some nuances worth noting in the implementation, which we’ll discuss below. But first, let’s review the good parts of this feature. The good: IP restrictions are possible with Connectwise Automate Right off the bat, it’s worth noting that this much-requested feature […]

Why should every Automate server have a WAF?

MSPs everywhere are concerned about RMM security, and with good reason — cyber attacks against MSPs are increasing. Bad actors know that the RMM system is the entry point to all downstream client environments. This ability paints a large target on any RMM, making them challenging to defend (especially since attackers likely have a more […]

State of Connectwise Automate Security 2022

We’re approaching the one-year anniversary of the Kaseya VSA attacks, and here at Automation Theory, we were curious about the state of security for Connectwise Automate. Many MSPs we work with are concerned about similar threats and attacks against the Automate platform. To this end, we wanted to track and provide meaningful reporting about the […]

How to defend ConnectWise Automate in a Cyberwar

Recent world events lead many to conclude that cyber-attacks may be imminent for many countries, and protecting Connectwise Automate from such attacks is on the mind of many MSPs. Below we discuss some background on the threat, and what MSPs can do to defend ConnectWise Automate in a cyberwar. Cyberwar: Are MSPs a target? As […]