Cybersecurity doesn’t start at the firewall—it starts with the cables, ports...

https://seo.edu.rs/blog/what-is-poe-and-why-does-it-matter-for-network-design-11222

Cybersecurity doesn’t start at the firewall—it starts with the cables, ports and switches holding the network together. A loose patch lead can interrupt VPN handshakes, while an overlooked switch can give attackers a path deeper into the business