Cortex XDR
Cortex XDR is an extended detection and response platform that integrates endpoint, network, and cloud data to stop sophisticated attacks through AI-driven analysis and automated investigation workflows.
Skyhigh Secure Web Gateway
Skyhigh Secure Web Gateway is a cloud-native security solution that protects your workforce from web-based threats by inspecting traffic in real-time and enforcing granular data protection policies across all devices.
Quick Comparison
| Feature | Cortex XDR | Skyhigh Secure Web Gateway |
|---|---|---|
| Website | paloaltonetworks.com | skyhighsecurity.com |
| Pricing Model | Custom | Custom |
| Starting Price | Custom Pricing | Custom Pricing |
| FREE Trial | ✘ No free trial | ✘ No free trial |
| Free Plan | ✘ No free plan | ✘ No free plan |
| Product Demo | ✓ Request demo here | ✓ Request demo here |
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| Customer Count | 0 | 0 |
| Founded Year | 2005 | 2022 |
| Headquarters | Santa Clara, USA | San Jose, USA |
Overview
Cortex XDR
Cortex XDR helps you secure your entire digital landscape by breaking down the silos between endpoint, network, and cloud security. Instead of jumping between different consoles, you get a single platform that stitches together data from every source to detect hidden threats. You can stop modern attacks like ransomware and fileless malware using machine learning models that constantly learn from your environment's unique behavior.
The platform simplifies your daily operations by automatically grouping related alerts into unified incidents. This means you spend less time chasing false positives and more time resolving real threats. Whether you are managing a global enterprise or a growing mid-sized business, you can scale your defenses with automated response actions that block malicious activity the moment it is detected.
Skyhigh Secure Web Gateway
Skyhigh Secure Web Gateway (SWG) provides you with a cloud-native defense layer that sits between your employees and the internet. It goes beyond simple URL filtering by performing deep inspection of encrypted traffic to block malware and prevent sensitive data from leaking out of your organization. Whether your team is in the office or working remotely, you can maintain consistent security policies without backhauling traffic to a central data center.
You can manage web access and data security through a single console, gaining full visibility into shadow IT and risky web applications. The platform integrates tightly with broader SASE architectures, allowing you to scale your security as your network evolves. It is specifically designed for mid-to-large enterprises that need to protect distributed workforces against sophisticated web-borne attacks while ensuring compliance with global data privacy regulations.
Overview
Cortex XDR Features
- AI-Driven Analytics Detect stealthy attacks by using machine learning to identify behavioral anomalies across your network, endpoints, and cloud data.
- Automated Investigations Reduce your alert fatigue by automatically grouping related events into single incidents with full root-cause analysis.
- Managed Threat Hunting Access round-the-clock expertise to find hidden attackers in your environment and receive actionable reports on how to stop them.
- Device Control Protect your endpoints by managing USB device access and preventing data loss through unauthorized hardware connections.
- Host Firewall Control inbound and outbound network traffic on your endpoints with integrated firewall policies managed from a central console.
- Disk Encryption Secure your sensitive data by managing BitLocker or FileVault encryption directly through the Cortex XDR agent.
Skyhigh Secure Web Gateway Features
- Full SSL Inspection. Decrypt and inspect encrypted web traffic at scale to catch hidden malware and prevent data exfiltration without impacting performance.
- Remote Browser Isolation. Execute risky web content in a virtual container away from your network so you can browse safely without malware reaching your devices.
- Advanced DLP. Apply consistent data loss prevention policies across web and cloud apps to ensure your sensitive information never leaves your control.
- Shadow IT Discovery. Identify and manage unauthorized cloud applications used by your employees so you can mitigate risks from unapproved software.
- Global Edge Network. Connect your users to the nearest security point of presence globally to ensure fast, low-latency web access and consistent protection.
- Real-time Threat Intel. Leverage automated updates from global threat sensors to block newly discovered malicious domains and phishing sites the moment they appear.
Pricing Comparison
Cortex XDR Pricing
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Pros & Cons
Cortex XDR
Pros
- Superior visibility across endpoint and network traffic
- Automated incident grouping significantly reduces alert fatigue
- Highly effective at blocking sophisticated ransomware attacks
- Centralized management simplifies complex security architectures
Cons
- Initial setup and configuration require technical expertise
- Resource consumption can be high on older endpoints
- Pricing is high compared to basic antivirus solutions
Skyhigh Secure Web Gateway
Pros
- Highly effective at blocking sophisticated web-based malware
- Granular policy controls for complex enterprise environments
- Strong integration with existing Skyhigh cloud security products
- Excellent visibility into user behavior and web activity
Cons
- Initial configuration requires significant technical expertise
- Management console can feel complex for new users
- Reporting tools may require time to master fully