Check Point Software Emerges as a Leader in Attack Surface Management After Acquiring Cyberint, According to Latest GigaOm Radar Report

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Check Point Software Technologies (NASDAQ: CHKP) has strengthened its position in Attack Surface Management (ASM) following its acquisition of Cyberint, as recognized in the latest GigaOm Radar report. Cyberint, now rebranded as Check Point External Risk Management, was highlighted as a top performer in the Maturity/Platform Play quadrant.

The solution combines automated asset discovery and continuous risk monitoring with advanced threat intelligence, offering comprehensive cyber threat visibility across open, deep, and dark web. Gartner predicts organizations implementing continuous exposure management programs will be 3X less likely to suffer breaches by 2026.

Key features include:

• Augmented threat visibility through continuous scanning
• Proactive security validation with exposure testing
• Advanced threat intelligence powered by Check Point ThreatCloud AI

Cyberint, rebranded as Check Point External Risk Management, offers a comprehensive view of an organization's cyber threats across the open, deep, and dark web

REDWOOD CITY, Calif., March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: CHKP), a pioneer and global leader of cyber security solutions, has emerged as a leading player in Attack Surface Management (ASM) with its acquisition of Cyberint, as highlighted in the recent GigaOm Radar report. Cyberint, recognized as a top performer in the Maturity/Platform Play quadrant, now brings its ASM expertise to Check Point's External Risk Management solution. This combination of automated asset discovery and continuous risk monitoring with advanced threat intelligence provides customers with superior attack surface oversight and enhanced security measures.

According to Gartner, “by 2026, organizations that prioritize their security investments based on a continuous exposure management program will be 3X less likely to suffer a breach,” highlighting the need for a strong ASM solution. The GigaOm Radar for Attack Surface Management assessed 29 leading ASM solutions, with analyst Chris Ray highlighting Cyberint's performance. According to Ray, “Cyberint achieved its Outperformer status thanks to its innovative approach to threat intelligence and robust integration capabilities. The company's continuous improvement of core features, along with an expanded scope of threat intelligence and more accurate alerts, positions it for significant market growth in the coming years.”

As part of the Check Point Infinity Platform, the External Risk Management solution equips organizations with proactive security capabilities to effectively oversee their attack surface. By merging ongoing asset discovery, cutting-edge threat intelligence, and AI-powered prevention, this solution delivers real-time visibility and automated risk mitigation, integrating smoothly with the Check Point portfolio.

"We are proud to be recognized as a leader in this space,” said Yochai Corem, VP of External Risk management at Check Point Software Technologies. “Our leadership shows how our customers can benefit from a comprehensive external view mapped to the threats related to their assets and the ability to simplify the remediation to those threats.”

With cyber threats evolving at an unprecedented pace, Check Point’s approach ensures organizations can stay ahead of adversaries, reduce exposure, and enhance their overall security posture with ease. Other standout features highlighted in GigaOm’s evaluation include:

• Augmented Threat Visibility: Continuous and autonomous scanning of the entire modern attack surface including IP, Domains, third party, dark web and more
  
• Proactive Security Validation: Passive attack surface discovery combined with active exposure validation. This proactive scanning capability tests the exploitability of vulnerabilities and exposures on internet-facing assets so customers can quickly identify and remediate imminent risks
  
• Advanced Threat Intelligence: Through Check Point ThreatCloud AI, the platform provides a combined view, facilitating rapid, real-time threat intelligence sharing, enhancing the speed and effectiveness of threat detection and response
  

Discover additional details about this award on our blog and access a free copy of the GigaOm Radar for Attack Surface Management here.

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About Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. 
Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (www.checkpoint.com) is a leading AI-powered, cloud-delivered cyber security platform provider protecting over 100,000 organizations worldwide. Check Point leverages the power of AI everywhere to enhance cyber security efficiency and accuracy through its Infinity Platform, with industry-leading catch rates enabling proactive threat anticipation and smarter, faster response times. The comprehensive platform includes cloud-delivered technologies consisting of Check Point Harmony to secure the workspace, Check Point CloudGuard to secure the cloud, Check Point Quantum to secure the network, and Check Point Infinity Platform Services for collaborative security operations and services.

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FAQ

What makes Check Point's ASM solution stand out after the Cyberint acquisition?

Check Point's ASM solution combines automated asset discovery, continuous risk monitoring, and advanced threat intelligence across open, deep, and dark web, with seamless integration into the Check Point Infinity Platform.

How does Check Point CHKP's External Risk Management validate security threats?

It uses passive attack surface discovery combined with active exposure validation, testing the exploitability of vulnerabilities on internet-facing assets for immediate risk remediation.

What are the key benefits of Check Point's ThreatCloud AI in the ASM solution?

ThreatCloud AI provides real-time threat intelligence sharing and enhanced threat detection and response capabilities, improving overall security effectiveness.

What is Gartner's prediction about organizations using continuous exposure management by 2026?

Gartner predicts organizations that prioritize security investments based on continuous exposure management will be 3X less likely to experience security breaches by 2026.

How does Check Point's External Risk Management monitor the attack surface?

It performs continuous and autonomous scanning of the entire modern attack surface, including IP, Domains, third party assets, and dark web monitoring.