The solution helps me to understand misconfigurations in AWS or Azure cloud environments. It detects misconfigurations, suggests remedial actions, and helps identify vulnerabilities across cloud platforms. It provides action recommendations for CVEs against particular vulnerabilities.
Senior Consultant at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
Identifies vulnerabilities and enables proactive remediation through AI/ML capabilities
Pros and Cons
- "Overall, Cortex Cloud by Palo Alto Networks is a technically strong product, and I rate it ten out of ten."
- "Some aspects of the GUI can be confusing and make it difficult for me to find certain options or navigate where needed."
What is our primary use case?
What is most valuable?
The tool offers features powered by AI/ML, which allow me to anticipate potential issues and reduce the need for additional efforts. AI/ML aids in anticipating remediation for misconfigurations and vulnerabilities, and automatic remediation can be easily configured.
What needs improvement?
Some aspects of the GUI can be confusing and make it difficult for me to find certain options or navigate where needed.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Cortex Cloud by Palo Alto Networks for about one year.
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What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I have not faced any latency or service-related issues. It provides results in real-time analysis without any glitches.
How are customer service and support?
Palo Alto Networks offers good support globally. If local Indian support cannot resolve an issue, global tech support aligns promptly within the agreed SLA.
What was our ROI?
The solution provides a good ROI, especially for regular customers, offering discounts for three-year licenses and value in add-on features at reduced rates or free of charge.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The solution is costly, with high-end capabilities suitable for enterprises. It is less affordable for startups or small-scale vendors.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
I evaluated Palo Alto, SentinelOne, and other security solutions.
What other advice do I have?
Overall, Cortex Cloud by Palo Alto Networks is a technically strong product, and I rate it ten out of ten. I recommend it due to its strengths in security management.
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer. Partner
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