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Barracuda Email Threat Scanner vs CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager comparison

Barracuda Networks and CyberArk are both solutions in the Anti-Malware Tools category. Barracuda Networks is ranked #28 with an average rating of 9.0, while CyberArk is ranked #5 with an average rating of 8.4. Barracuda Networks holds a 0.3% mindshare in Anti-Malware Tools, compared to CyberArk’s 2.0% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Barracuda Networks users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 85% of CyberArk users who would recommend it.
Barracuda Email Threat Scanner
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100% willing to recommend
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85% willing to recommend
 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 3, 2024

CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager and Barracuda Email Threat Scanner compete in IT security, with CyberArk having an advantage in pricing and deployment speed, while Barracuda benefits from a wide range of extensive features for comprehensive protection.

Features: CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager provides essential security controls focusing on privilege management, endpoint protection, and granular control over access rights. Barracuda Email Threat Scanner offers advanced email threat detection, real-time scanning capabilities, and deep email security insights.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager ensures a streamlined deployment, prioritizing customer service efficiency for quick integration into existing systems. Barracuda Email Threat Scanner demands careful configuration to optimize threat detection, and while this setup is more complex, its customer support is highly valued.

Pricing and ROI: CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager is cost-effective, offering better initial ROI, which makes it appealing for organizations looking for strong security without a hefty upfront investment. Barracuda Email Threat Scanner, though more costly initially, provides advanced features that may lead to enhanced long-term returns, which balances its higher initial expenses.

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Categories and Ranking

Barracuda Email Threat Scanner
Ranking in Anti-Malware Tools
28th
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
3
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
CyberArk Endpoint Privilege...
Ranking in Anti-Malware Tools
5th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
6.8
Number of Reviews
36
Ranking in other categories
Endpoint Compliance (4th), Privileged Access Management (PAM) (3rd), Application Control (5th), Ransomware Protection (7th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2025, in the Anti-Malware Tools category, the mindshare of Barracuda Email Threat Scanner is 0.3%, down from 0.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager is 2.0%, down from 3.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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S. M. Rabiul Islam - PeerSpot reviewer
Works perfectly and filters almost 95% of spam mails
We had an incident last month where the PCs of one or two colleagues, who were outside of our factory and were using a defined network, got infected by some kind of malware. From their PCs, more than 1,000 mails were produced per hour, causing spamming on our mail server's IP. Barracuda blocked the full mail communication. Only one to two accounts were compromised, and for that, Barracuda blocked all incoming and outgoing mails. It created a great problem for other users and our office activities. Our mail server was partially blocked for three days, which we did not expected and suffered a lot. Technically, only one or two accounts should be blocked if those are compromised. When a domain or IP is blocked, communication becomes tough, mails are bounced by receiver server. It may be a configuration issue at our provider's end, where there was a mistake in configuring Barracuda. It could also be a problem related to Barracuda.
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Sumit Chavan - PeerSpot reviewer
Helps secure the infrastructure and control users with admin rights
There are many features that are currently missing. A customization option is required for certain policies. For instance, if we need to stop PowerShell scripting, we have to create a different policy for that. Being able to create a sub-level policy within a top-level policy would be good. Currently, no user-based policy option is available inside the EPM console. We can only create computer-based policies. The database is available, but there is a drawback in not being able to create local groups on the EPM console. We only have to depend on Active Directory. This limits infrastructure security as we depend on the Active Directory team to manage user groups. If they remove any users, we lose control. If we could create groups locally and block them or set specific policies, we would have more control. Local endpoint management is missing from the EPM site. Moreover, there is an issue with policies not running as expected when we make enhancements. We have to find multiple ways to whitelist applications or enhance policies.
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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"The main benefit that I am getting from this solution is that it filters almost 95% of my spam mail. Some spam mails bypass Barracuda Email Threat Scanner, but when I add those domains or addresses to the filter list, they get blocked. Some users on my premises do not understand which mail attachments or links should be opened. By filtering with Barracuda Email Threat Scanner, we are not getting any type of phishing mails. So, our infrastructure is safer, and as an IT person, I feel relaxed."
"The most valuable feature of Barracuda Email Threat Scanner is the security it provides by delaying the delivery of suspicious emails until they can be reviewed inside the Barracuda control panel."
"It was easy to learn the product."
"What sets CyberArk apart is its continuous innovation, staying ahead of the competition."
"It has drastically reduced the attack surface for local administrative rights and the chance of escalation of privilege. We've removed, at this point, close to 98 percent of the local administrative accounts on workstations. If there were an incident, it would stop at that point and we'd be able to know."
"Our setup process is moving to the cloud, which is very good. It reduces complexity."
"The most valuable feature is that their database is completely encrypted and protected with multiple layers."
"The most valuable features of CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager are password management, session management, onboarding rules, platform customization, and safety management."
"You can use it to strip users of their local admin rights and, at the same time, elevate applications for them."
"The password rotation and the session recording are the most valuable features."
"The most valuable feature of the solution is its performance."
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Cons

"We had an incident last month where the PCs of one or two colleagues, who were outside of our factory and were using a defined network, got infected by some kind of malware. From their PCs, more than 1,000 mails were produced per hour, causing spamming on our mail server. Barracuda blocked the full mail communication. Only one to two accounts were compromised, and for that, Barracuda blocked all incoming and outgoing mails. It created a great problem for other users and our office activities. Our server was blocked for three days, which we did not expect. Technically, only one or two accounts should be blocked. When a domain or IP is blocked, communication becomes tough. It may be a configuration issue at our provider's end, where there was a mistake in configuring Barracuda. It could also be a problem related to Barracuda."
"The product must improve the features associated with creating a blacklist."
"If the price were lower, perhaps we could purchase our own."
"Without knowledge, you are not able to find some items as they are really hidden within the UI."
"CyberArk meets clients' need very spot-on. It covers everything customers ask for. As for improvements, honestly, the feedback's been really positive. I haven't heard any specific areas that need work."
"The solution is very expensive."
"CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager is not suitable for the current situation because when you compare it to OTP, OTP is the strongest password solution. You can use it as a one-time password, but you have to log into the password manager itself and if you don't change your password, it will be the weakest link in the security. In OTP, you don't have that weakest link."
"The product needs a streamlined user interface; improvements to the user interface can enhance user experience and make the solution more intuitive to navigate."
"The main issues I experience are related to deployment, which requires dependency on other solutions like AD or SCCM. These tools need to be defined and synced with the client or agent and master, sometimes needing manual checks."
"It's an old product and has many areas that can be improved."
"CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager could be improved by simplifying the administration process, specifically when setting up policies and applications."
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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution is a bit expensive."
"Barracuda Email Threat Scanner is provided by our IT service provider, who also provides all the support. The licensing fee that we pay to our provider is $200 per month, that is, $1 per user. There is no additional cost. Before taking the subscription from our provider, I researched the market for Barracuda. The cost is between $5,000 to $8,000 for three years. After that, the same cost is there for renewal. If you have 200 to 500 users, it is better to take a subscription from a provider. If you have more than 500 users, then you can own the Barracuda server through the cloud or on-premises deployments. It is costly for a lesser number of users. If you increase the usage or the number of users, then the overall cost decreases. They can reduce the cost of Barracuda Email Threat Scanner for a small number of users. We could not and would not have used this solution if we had not got the renting or subscription option."
"The tool's pricing is reasonable for customers."
"I think that it was in the range of $200,000 that had to get approved."
"The tool is priced high. I would rate its pricing an eight out of ten."
"licensing for this solution is based on the number of APV (privileged users), and the number of sessions that you want to record."
"It is an expensive solution."
"Pricing depends on how many devices you use. Right now, on-premise, it costs us a little, but it's worth it. It seems like the cloud solution is much more expensive. We got this solution one year ago, and it's like we bought the solution, and now they are not going to support it on-premise anymore. We are in the implementation phase, and we missed this, and we already paid for the licenses. This is wasted time from my perspective, and CyberArk should be more customer-friendly."
"I rate the solution's pricing an eight out of ten since the price can be too high for smaller businesses."
"I feel that the price of the product is nominal. It must be around 10 to 15 USD per installation. I rate the product price an eight to nine out of ten, where one is high price, and ten is low price."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
21%
Financial Services Firm
10%
Government
10%
Construction Company
8%
Financial Services Firm
15%
Computer Software Company
14%
Manufacturing Company
11%
Government
8%
 

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Barracuda Email Threat Scanner?
It was easy to learn the product.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Barracuda Email Threat Scanner?
I rate the product’s pricing a seven out of ten.
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What needs improvement with Barracuda Email Threat Scanner?
The product must improve the features associated with creating a blacklist. Currently, to add a content block, I have to go to a different screen. It seems cumbersome. The solution sells Impersonat...
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Looking for recommendations and a pros/cons template for software to detect insider threats
This is an inside-out --- outside-in --- inside-in question, as an insider can be an outsider as well. There is no short answer other than a blend of a PAM tool with Behavioral Analytics and Endpo...
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What do you like most about CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager?
The most valuable feature of the solution is its performance.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager?
I've received feedback that the pricing is high, however, for me, the value it brings is worth the cost. It's really one of the best solutions.
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Overview

Find out what's hiding in your inbox.
It's critical to assess and understand your email security vulnerabilities. Using artificial intelligence and API integration with Office 365, the Barracuda Email Threat Scanner quickly and effectively finds social engineering attacks currently sitting in your mailboxes.

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CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager, a critical and foundational endpoint control addresses the underlying weaknesses of endpoint defenses against a privileged attacker and helps enterprises defend against these attacks through removing local admin rights, enforcing least privilege, and implementing foundational endpoint security controls across all Windows, macOS and Linux endpoints from hybrid to cloud environments.

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