The growing threat of cybercrime has created a complex scenario for companies, who face thousands of attacks and alerts daily. In the face of this “perfect storm” of cybersecurity, Cipher, Prosegur’s cybersecurity division, has launched its innovative Extended Managed Detection and Response (xMDR) platform. This solution, backed by Prosegur, promises to be a radical change in the way organizations protect their technological systems.
A fragmented cybersecurity landscape
In recent years, cybercrime has experienced accelerated growth, with increasingly sophisticated tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs). According to Cipher, there are currently around 800 active ransomware campaigns worldwide. In an attempt to counter these threats, companies have adopted various solutions from multiple providers, leading to fragmentation in their security systems and incomplete visibility of their infrastructure. This, in turn, has increased exposure to cyber risks.
Carlos A. Fernández, senior global vice president of xMDR at Cipher, describes this phenomenon as a “tsunami of alerts,” where thousands of notifications are generated daily, most of which turn out to be false positives. Additionally, the fragmented architecture of current security solutions hinders the ability to respond to attacks or suspicious behaviors.
A comprehensive solution: Cipher’s xMDR
Faced with this landscape, Cipher decided to rethink the traditional approach to cybersecurity. Instead of continuing to do the same thing and expecting different results, the company developed a revolutionary platform, specifically designed to address the three major challenges of current cybersecurity: lack of visibility, technological fragmentation, and a shortage of specialized professionals.
xMDR is based on a digital adversary profiling model, tracking the TTPs, trends, and specific vulnerabilities affecting each company. The platform uses human, artificial, and proactive intelligence to generate customized rules that detect 90% of known attacks. Currently, xMDR operates with over 6,000 active rules.
xMDR’s intelligent alert processing engine continuously monitors the client’s technology, whether it is antivirus, firewalls, or data repositories, and not only responds reactively but also generates new rules proactively based on detected incidents. This way, xMDR anticipates the detection and response to attacks, drastically reducing the possibility of damage.
A new standard in enterprise cybersecurity
One of the great advantages of xMDR is its ability to quickly and efficiently integrate into any existing technological architecture. Unlike other solutions, the platform is provider-independent and can adapt to any technology, allowing for immediate implementation thanks to its cloud architecture. Additionally, its automated operation, supported by artificial intelligence and machine learning, helps to address the shortage of qualified professionals in the cybersecurity field.
A real use case demonstrates the impact of xMDR: in just one week, the platform generated 500 customized rules for a client, filtering out 12,000 alerts and detecting only 120 actual incidents, discarding 99% of the noise. This efficiency has impressed clients, who highlight the speed and accuracy with which xMDR protects their systems.
A pioneering cybersecurity solution
The xMDR platform has not only proven to be effective in the day-to-day operations of companies but has also redefined implementation and response times in the cybersecurity sector. In some cases, Cipher has been able to create security profiles for a company in less than 30 minutes and assign hundreds of rules on the same day, something unthinkable in traditional implementations that usually require months.
With the backing of Prosegur, xMDR is positioned as the ultimate solution to face the growing challenges of cybersecurity. Its innovative approach, adaptability, and proven effectiveness make it the ideal tool for organizations seeking comprehensive and personalized protection.
In conclusion, Cipher’s xMDR is not just another solution in the cybersecurity market, it is a new standard that promises to revolutionize the way companies protect their technological systems in an increasingly cybercrime-threatened world.