Cyber Attack Simulation Startup Brings Virtual Hacking to Microsoft Defender ATP

XM Cyber has integrated its breach and attack simulation (BAS), cyber risk analytics and cloud securityOpens a new window posture management platform with Microsoft Defender Advanced Threat Protection (MDATPOpens a new window ). Security analysts will be able to leverage XM Cyber capabilities to identify and mitigate potential threatsOpens a new window arising from system vulnerabilities, human error and misconfigurations.

XM Cyber is like a virtual hacker that shows all the possible attack paths and safely simulates attacks 24/7, thereby allowing Microsoft Defender ATP users to focus on critical issues and lowering risk. Once threats and risks are identified, the platform provides insights on remediation. By clearly identifying critical assets, the platform assists customers in fully understanding the overall risk and exactly what steps are required for remediation.

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Tomer Teller, Principal Security Program Manager, Microsoft 365 Security saidOpens a new window , “The rich, contextual information XM Cyber adds to the process of remediation prioritization indicates to customers whether or not they need to investigate deeper or give higher attention and priority when it comes to reducing risk.”

The significance of XM Cyber’s integration with Microsoft Defender Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) cannot be overstated,” said Menachem Shafran, VP of Product, XM Cyber in conversation with Toolbox. “The integration allows us to give Microsoft Defender ATP users critical context into any suspicious activity detected by the solution. They thus have a complete understanding of the risk they face, and the path needed to maintain perfect security posture.”

Organizations can gauge incident responseOpens a new window strategies based on perceived threats and attack vectors. “The combined capability improves visibility and lowers risk as more CISOs focus on applying security resources against their most critical assets,” Teller added.

Earlier this month, the breach and attack simulation specialist bagged $17 million in a Series B funding round with Macquarie Capital, Nasdaq Ventures, Our Innovation Fund, and Swarth Group. The funding will go toward deepening the research and development department and expand sales and marketing presence worldwide.

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