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We performed a comparison between Check Point CloudGuard WAF and GitHub Advanced Security based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Application Security Tools solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed Check Point CloudGuard WAF vs. GitHub Advanced Security Report (Updated: May 2024).
770,924 professionals have used our research since 2012.
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Pros
"The app control is very sensitive, and the threat detection and prevention is better than other Check Point solutions. There is a centralized management console for threat protection and self-inspection.""The solution offers sophisticated security techniques with unique characteristics that can be particularly valuable for the financial sector, which is where we develop apps.""The most effective CloudGuard feature for threat prevention is its web app protection.""The most valuable feature we have found in Check Point CloudGuard WAF is its rich logging capabilities.""The solution's strongest point is that you can connect everything to it, giving you a full view of what's connected.""After integrating AppSec with other applications, team members can easily work without fear of confidential information exposure.""User attitude reviews help us keep all online users compliant with company regulations and policies.""It is a highly scalable solution with a quick turnaround time for deployment and running of the software across any IT system."

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"It ensures user passwords or sensitive information are not accidentally exposed in code or reports.""The product's most valuable features are security scan, dependency scan, and cost-effectiveness.""It is a stable solution...It is a scalable solution as it can handle new applications along with the analysis part.""Dependency scanning is a valuable feature.""The most valuable is the developer experience and the extensibility of the overall ecosystem.""GitHub provides advanced security, which is why the customers choose this tool; it allows them to rely solely on GitHub as one platform for everything they need."

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Cons
"I advise proactive threat detection intelligence offline, which can also help monitor and ensure system checks and compliances are in place.""The documentation needs to be updated, more improved, and simplified... so that even a beginner can start with this application. It can make things more beginner-friendly.""There should be automation of threat detection, risk mitigation, and report generation.""Improving the process for handling licensing renewals would be a welcome enhancement.""They need improved latency in the main window.""Check Point CloudGuard Application Security needs to improve updates on integrations. It also needs to incorporate real-time monitoring features.""The creation of security profiles for each application takes a lot of time.""We would like the solution to be more economical since it is not accessible to all clients."

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"The report limitations are the main issue.""The customizations are a little bit difficult.""There could be DST features included in the product.""There could be a centralized dashboard to view reports of all the projects on one platform.""A more refined approach, categorizing and emphasizing specific vulnerabilities, would be beneficial.""The deployment part of the product is an area of concern that needs to be made easier from an improvement perspective."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "The tool's licensing costs are yearly and competitive."
  • "The pricing is competitive compared to other solutions on the market. So, the licensing cost is average."
  • "Check Point CloudGuard Application Security's pricing is not friendly."
  • "Considering all the benefits we've observed, we find the price to be satisfactory."
  • "It is not cheap, but it is worth it."
  • "I find the pricing to be reasonable."
  • "If the pricing for the Infinity platform covers everything, it would be more straightforward. I had a hard time selling it to our CEO as a former CFO because of the differentials. There are different deltas year to year over a five-year period. It is very difficult to explain. It would be easier to digest for our executives if there was a flatter scale"
  • "Check Point CloudGuard Application Security's pricing is comparable to other products in the market."
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  • "The current licensing model, which relies on active commitments, poses challenges, particularly in predicting and managing growth."
  • "The solution is expensive."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:We have not had any incidents. We could realize its benefits immediately. We watched and monitored the traffic, and it was amazing to see the results.
    Top Answer:This is where I have a different opinion. If the pricing for the Infinity platform covers everything, it would be more straightforward. I had a hard time selling it to our CEO as a former CFO because… more »
    Top Answer:In terms of features, I do not have any negatives. Their integration is extremely quick. It is better than others I have been involved with in the past. Their pricing model, however, can be better.
    Top Answer:It is a stable solution...It is a scalable solution as it can handle new applications along with the analysis part.
    Top Answer:The deployment part of the product is an area of concern that needs to be made easier from an improvement perspective. In my company, the actual implementation phase takes time, though the tool is… more »
    Top Answer:I use the solution in my company to develop web applications and mobile apps. In my company, we use GitHub Advanced Security to check the vulnerabilities in the codes.
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    442
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    Average Words per Review
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    Rating
    9.0
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    Also Known As
    Check Point CloudGuard Application Security, CloudGuard Application Security, CloudGuard AppSec
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    Overview

    Check Point CloudGuard Web Application Firewall (WAF) is a cloud-based security solution engineered to safeguard web applications and APIs against diverse cyber threats. Offering protection against sophisticated attacks, it identifies vulnerabilities listed in the OWASP Top 10 and blocks new threats. Utilizing contextual AI, the system reduces false positives, allowing security professionals to focus on genuine threats. With a zero-configuration setup, it automatically adapts to application changes, ensuring minimal configuration requirements. Promising swift deployments in as little as 48 hours and robust API security, CloudGuard WAF aims to streamline application security management while delivering comprehensive protection.

    GitHub makes extra security features available to customers under an Advanced Security license. These features are also enabled for public repositories on GitHub.com.

    Top Industries
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    Security Firm19%
    Financial Services Firm14%
    Cloud Solution Provider10%
    Comms Service Provider10%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Security Firm32%
    Financial Services Firm21%
    Comms Service Provider8%
    Healthcare Company7%
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    Computer Software Company14%
    Financial Services Firm12%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    Government6%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business61%
    Midsize Enterprise18%
    Large Enterprise21%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business38%
    Midsize Enterprise13%
    Large Enterprise49%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business23%
    Midsize Enterprise14%
    Large Enterprise63%
    Buyer's Guide
    Check Point CloudGuard WAF vs. GitHub Advanced Security
    May 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Check Point CloudGuard WAF vs. GitHub Advanced Security and other solutions. Updated: May 2024.
    770,924 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    Check Point CloudGuard WAF is ranked 11th in Application Security Tools with 30 reviews while GitHub Advanced Security is ranked 14th in Application Security Tools with 6 reviews. Check Point CloudGuard WAF is rated 9.0, while GitHub Advanced Security is rated 9.0. The top reviewer of Check Point CloudGuard WAF writes "Automation capabilities also help streamline security processes and smooths down API integration processes and detects API availability". On the other hand, the top reviewer of GitHub Advanced Security writes "A tool that provides ease of integration with the set of existing codes in an infrastructure". Check Point CloudGuard WAF is most compared with SonarQube and Checkmarx One, whereas GitHub Advanced Security is most compared with SonarQube, Snyk, Veracode, Fortify on Demand and Checkmarx One. See our Check Point CloudGuard WAF vs. GitHub Advanced Security report.

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