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Sovereign Cloud Geopolitical Risks

1 week ago | kuppingercole.com | Mike Small

Why US Isolationism is Now a Global Cloud Risk In recent weeks, the global landscape has been shaken by the ripple effects of renewed US isolationist policies—specifically through tariffs and technology restrictions aimed at strategic rivals. This intensifying stance is not just causing trade disruption; it is exposing a deeper layer of vulnerability in how cloud services are used and delivered around the world.
eXtended Detection and Response (XDR) - Group-IB

2 weeks ago | kuppingercole.com | John Tolbert

XDR offers a comprehensive cybersecurity solution to counter modern threats like ransomware and malware-less attacks by integrating detection and response capabilities across endpoints, networks, and cloud platforms. It enhances visibility and defense through advanced threat detection, automation, and consolidated security operations, addressing key challenges like interoperability, cost management, and endpoint security limitations.
Rising Star: Rising Star Intezer

4 weeks ago | kuppingercole.com | Warwick Ashford

Identity Fabric Impact Day is a premier one-day practice-oriented event for IAM professionals, security leaders, and solution providers to gain real-world insights into Identity Fabrics and modern identity management. Unlike broad conferences, Identity Fabric Impact Day focuses on practical strategies, hands-on learning, and expert-led discussions to help organizations strengthen security, improve efficiency, and drive digital transformation.
Google Acquires Wiz

1 month ago | kuppingercole.com | Mike Small

Will this be the Alphabet Cloud Security Fabric? On March 18th, 2025, Google announced that it had signed a definitive agreement to acquire Wiz, Inc., a cloud security platform for $32 billion in an all-cash transaction. Once closed, Wiz will join Google Cloud. This is a major development that demonstrates the importance of cyber security in the age of generative AI. Businesses and society itself have become highly dependent on services delivered from the cloud.
Cyber Insurance - Coverage Types and Technical Requirements

1 month ago | kuppingercole.com | John Tolbert

Cybersecurity insurance, also known as cyber liability insurance, is a specialized type of insurance policy designed to help organizations manage the financial risks associated with cyberattacks and data breaches.
Session Hijacking: Threats and Prevention

2 months ago | kuppingercole.com | John Tolbert

Session hijacking is a common means by which attackers gain illegal access to victims’ data and resources. It involves taking over users’ sessions and/or capturing valid tokens. These methods are used to perpetrate fraud and exfiltrate data.
Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) solutions provide SSPM c

2 months ago | kuppingercole.com | Mike Small

SaaS Security Posture Management solutions are designed to continuously monitor, analyze, and improve the security posture of an organization’s SaaS applications. These solutions integrate with a range of SaaS platforms using APIs to provide visibility into risky configurations, user activity, data flows, and report on compliance with best practices and regulations.
Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services offer a comprehensi

2 months ago | kuppingercole.com | Warwick Ashford

Businesses and other organizations are increasingly vulnerable to a variety of cyber threats. The complexity and frequency of these threats pose significant challenges that can compromise sensitive data, disrupt operations, and damage reputations. Understanding these challenges is key to developing effective cybersecurity strategies.
Rising Star: Rising Star Infinipoint

2 months ago | kuppingercole.com | Warwick Ashford

Infinipoint offers a Zero Trust Workforce Access Platform, integrating user and device authentication with real-time posture checks. It emphasizes passwordless access and security compliance. Integrating with major IDPs, it secures sensitive sectors like finance and healthcare. The platform's adoption is rising in North America and EMEA, affirming its market suitability.
Cloud Security in the Age of Generative AI

2 months ago | kuppingercole.com | Mike Small

As organizations accelerate their cloud adoption, they face increasingly complex security challenges in multi-cloud environments. In 2025, the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) has shifted from a reactive focus on threat mitigation to proactive leadership in safeguarding operational resilience. Addressing these challenges requires an approach centered around four foundational pillars: Shared Responsibility, Identity-Centric Security, Data Security, and Threat Resilience.