Check Point's CloudGuard named Leader in GigaOm Security Report

Check Point Software Technologies has been recognised as a Leader in GigaOm's latest Radar Report for Security Policy as Code. This recognition underscores the firm's CloudGuard solution, a component of the Infinity Platform aimed at protecting cloud infrastructures comprehensively.

"At Check Point, we understand the challenges that come with ensuring the safety and integrity of your digital assets in the cloud. That's why we are thrilled to announce our positioning as a Leader in GigaOm's Security Policy as Code report," stated Paul Barbosa, VP of Cloud Security at Check Point Software Technologies. "This recognition highlights our innovative CloudGuard solution, which enables organisations to seamlessly integrate security into their development processes, ensuring robust protection from the start."

CloudGuard's approach focuses on securing code right from the development phase, providing businesses with robust protection against evolving cyber threats. The solution is purported to offer code security capabilities that fortify businesses, integrating seamlessly into a Cloud Native Application Protection Platform (CNAPP). This proactive security strategy comes at a crucial time when businesses depend more than ever on advanced software for their operations, and security measures for such software are paramount.

The need for such integrated security solutions is further highlighted by the company's 2024 Cloud Security Report, which reveals that only 21% of organisations prioritise preventive measures to thwart cyber-attacks before they occur. By implementing Security Policy as Code, organisations can take pre-emptive steps to manage their security more efficiently, reduce errors, and address threats promptly even during the development stages, securing their cloud environments more effectively.

"CloudGuard benefits from Check Point's deep cybersecurity expertise and integrates seamlessly with the Infinity Platform, providing advanced threat prevention and security management capabilities across diverse environments," commented Whit Walters, an analyst at GigaOm. "CloudGuard is well-suited for organisations operating in complex multicloud or hybrid environments, particularly those with a strong DevOps culture."

Some notable features of CloudGuard's Code Security include:

• Integrated Security Across CI/CD Pipelines: Offers seamless, language-agnostic security scanning, enabling early detection and resolution of vulnerabilities and exposed secrets to mitigate production security risks.
• Automated DevSecOps Practices: Enforces uniform security policies and regulatory compliance while optimising security operations, seamlessly integrating with DevOps to enable rapid development without sacrificing security.
• Advanced Threat Detection and Prevention: Provides robust detection of vulnerabilities, malware, and weak security practices, thereby reducing the likelihood of costly security incidents.
• Actionable Remediation and Continuous Improvement: Offers precise remediation steps for security issues, empowering developers to swiftly address vulnerabilities and continually enhance their security practices.

In one case study, a leading European investment bank leveraged CloudGuard to integrate security into every phase of its development lifecycle. This implementation safeguarded their code and infrastructure, identified vulnerabilities, and bolstered their overall security posture.