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Description

Networks are in a perpetual state of flux, leading to challenges for IT and security operations. This continuous change can create vulnerabilities that attackers may take advantage of. Although organizations deploy various security measures, such as firewalls, intrusion prevention systems, vulnerability management, and endpoint protection tools to safeguard their networks, breaches can still occur. A robust defense strategy necessitates ongoing assessment of daily risks stemming from exploitable vulnerabilities, typical configuration errors, poorly managed credentials, and legitimate user actions that may compromise system integrity. Given the substantial investments made in security measures, one might wonder why cybercriminals continue to succeed. The complexity of network security is compounded by the overwhelming number of alerts, relentless software updates and patches, and a flood of vulnerability notifications. Those charged with maintaining security find themselves sifting through vast amounts of data, often lacking the necessary context to make informed decisions. Consequently, achieving meaningful risk reduction becomes a daunting task, requiring not just technology but also a thoughtful approach to data management and threat analysis. Ultimately, without a strategic framework to navigate these challenges, organizations remain susceptible to attacks.

Description

Zeek, initially known as Bro, stands as the premier platform for monitoring network security. It is an adaptable, open-source solution driven by those dedicated to defense in the cybersecurity realm. With its origins tracing back to the 1990s, the project was initiated by Vern Paxson to gain insights into activities on university and national laboratory networks. In late 2018, to acknowledge its growth and ongoing advancements, the leadership team transitioned the name from Bro to Zeek. Unlike conventional security tools such as firewalls or intrusion prevention systems, Zeek operates passively by residing on a sensor, which can be a hardware, software, virtual, or cloud-based platform, that discreetly monitors network traffic. By analyzing the data it collects, Zeek generates concise, high-quality transaction logs, file contents, and customizable outputs that are well-suited for manual examination on storage devices or through more user-friendly applications like security information and event management (SIEM) systems. This unique approach allows for a deeper understanding of network activities without interfering with the traffic itself.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Amazon Web Services (AWS) Yes 
Cortex XSOAR Yes 
CrowdStrike Falcon Yes 
Cybraics No 
Dropzone AI No 
Elastic Observability No 
IronNet Collective Defense Platform No 
JupiterOne Yes 
LimaCharlie No 
Malcolm No 
Microsoft Defender XDR Yes 
NXLog No 
Observe No 
Onum No 
Security Onion No 
Tenzir No 
Wraith No 
cPacket No 

Integrations

Amazon Web Services (AWS) No 
Cortex XSOAR No 
CrowdStrike Falcon No 
Cybraics Yes 
Dropzone AI Yes 
Elastic Observability Yes 
IronNet Collective Defense Platform Yes 
JupiterOne No 
LimaCharlie Yes 
Malcolm Yes 
Microsoft Defender XDR No 
NXLog Yes 
Observe Yes 
Onum Yes 
Security Onion Yes 
Tenzir Yes 
Wraith Yes 
cPacket Yes 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

Free
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

XM Cyber

Founded

2016

Country

Israel

Website

www.xmcyber.com/xm-cyber-platform/

Vendor Details

Company Name

The Zeek Project

Founded

1994

Country

United States

Website

zeek.org

Product Features

Cybersecurity

AI / Machine Learning No 
Behavioral Analytics No 
Endpoint Management No 
IOC Verification No 
Incident Management No 
Tokenization No 
Vulnerability Scanning No 
Whitelisting / Blacklisting No 

IT Security

Anti Spam No 
Anti Virus No 
Email Attachment Protection No 
Event Tracking No 
IP Protection No 
Internet Usage Monitoring No 
Intrusion Detection System No 
Spyware Removal No 
Two-Factor Authentication No 
Vulnerability Scanning No 
Web Threat Management No 
Web Traffic Reporting No 

Network Security

Access Control No 
Analytics / Reporting No 
Compliance Reporting No 
Firewalls No 
Internet Usage Monitoring No 
Intrusion Detection System No 
Threat Response No 
VPN No 
Vulnerability Scanning No 

Product Features

Network Monitoring

Bandwidth Monitoring No 
Baseline Manager No 
Diagnostic Tools No 
IP Address Monitoring No 
Internet Usage Monitoring No 
Real Time Analytics No 
Resource Management No 
SLA Monitoring No 
Server Monitoring No 
Uptime Monitoring No 
Web Traffic Reporting No 

Network Security

Access Control No 
Analytics / Reporting No 
Compliance Reporting No 
Firewalls No 
Internet Usage Monitoring No 
Intrusion Detection System No 
Threat Response No 
VPN No 
Vulnerability Scanning No 

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