As organizations face an escalating wave of cyberattacks, ransomware remains a top concern, with more than 91% of IT and security decision-makers admitting to having paid at least one ransom in 2023, a steep increase from 83% in 2022. The growing sophistication of cybercriminals, who exploit insecure network protocols and gaps in visibility, makes traditional security solutions increasingly inadequate. In a landscape where nearly half of organizations experience six or more ransomware incidents annually, the need for robust, network-based defense solutions is more urgent than ever.
Dan K. Anderson, a CISO and vCISO, emphasizes the stakes: “Cybersecurity teams are overwhelmed with alerts, fragmented visibility, and underperforming tools that allow attackers to hide. ExtraHop’s RevealX provides the clarity, speed, and intelligence needed to eliminate blind spots and stop threats before they cause significant damage.”
ExtraHop’s RevealX is an industry-leading Network Detection and Response (NDR) platform that delivers complete visibility across cloud and hybrid environments, empowering organizations to defend against even the most advanced threats.
“Our goal at ExtraHop is to help organizations expose the unknown, uncover hidden threats, and operate at the speed of risk. RevealX goes beyond traditional controls by providing a full, unobstructed view of the network, where adversaries can’t hide,” said Rafal Los, Head of Services Strategy & GMT at ExtraHop.
ExtraHop’s RevealX platform offers comprehensive visibility into the east-west and north-south corridors of network traffic, including encrypted data, which is often overlooked by traditional security solutions. By filling coverage gaps left by endpoint detection and response (EDR), SIEM, and IDS tools, RevealX enables organizations to identify and neutralize threats faster, even in complex cloud environments.
At the core of RevealX’s effectiveness is its ability to continuously monitor and analyze network data in real-time. The platform leverages advanced machine learning and AI, supported by over 70 cloud-scale patents, to detect anomalies and prioritize high-risk threats with pinpoint accuracy. With actionable insights and automated threat responses, RevealX reduces the mean time to investigate (MTTI) by up to 87%, allowing security teams to focus on what matters most—protecting critical assets and maintaining business continuity.
In addition to its unparalleled threat detection capabilities, RevealX provides a single pane of glass for security teams to manage risk across all assets, from on-premises infrastructure to cloud-based systems. This unified approach eliminates tool complexity and streamlines incident response, enabling organizations to move at the speed of risk while ensuring robust security hygiene.
“ExtraHop’s RevealX allowed us to reduce our incident response time by nearly 90%. We now have visibility across all our cloud and on-premises environments, which has been critical in defending against ransomware and other advanced threats. The platform is incredibly effective in pinpointing suspicious behavior, even in encrypted traffic,” said the CIO of a leading healthcare provider.
In Summary
ExtraHop’s RevealX platform offers unmatched visibility and control, enabling organizations to detect, investigate, and neutralize threats faster than ever. By leveraging advanced AI, real-time insights, and seamless integration across the security stack, RevealX empowers businesses to stay resilient against evolving cyber risks. Learn how ExtraHop can help your organization stop threats in their tracks—visit extrahop.com/demo to schedule a free demo and see the platform in action. Find them on Twitter(X): @ExtraHop #NDR #cybersecurity #networkvisibility
About the Author
Dan Anderson is a winner of the Top Global CISO of the Year for 2023 and currently serves as a vCISO and On-Call Roving reporter for Cyber Defense Magazine. BSEE, MS Computer Science, MBA Entrepreneurial focus, CISA, CRISC, CBCLA, C|EH, PCIP, and ITIL v3. Dan’s work includes consulting premier teaching hospitals such as Stanford Medical Center, Harvard’s Boston Children’s Hospital, University of Utah Hospital, and large Integrated Delivery Networks such as Sutter Health, Catholic Healthcare West, Kaiser Permanente, Veteran’s Health Administration, Intermountain Healthcare and Banner Health. Dan has served in positions as President, CEO, CIO, CISO, CTO, and Director, is currently CEO and Co-Founder of Mark V Security, and Cyber Advisor Board member for Graphite Health. Dan is a USA Hockey level 5 Master Coach. Current volunteering by building the future of Cyber Security professionals through University Board work, the local hacking scene, and mentoring students, co-workers, and CISO’s. Dan lives in Littleton, Colorado. Find him online at linkedin.com/in/dankanderson.
