Proofpoint Cloud App Security Broker
Cloud access security broker (CASB) software
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What is Proofpoint Cloud App Security Broker
Proofpoint Cloud App Security Broker is a cloud access security broker (CASB) used to discover, monitor, and control the use of cloud applications, with an emphasis on protecting data in SaaS environments. It is typically used by security and compliance teams to reduce data loss risk, enforce access and sharing policies, and investigate risky user and app behavior. The product aligns closely with Proofpoint’s broader information protection and threat protection portfolio, which can be relevant for organizations standardizing on a single security vendor for email and SaaS data controls.
SaaS data protection focus
The product is designed to help identify sensitive data in cloud applications and apply controls to reduce exposure through sharing and misconfiguration. It supports common CASB use cases such as visibility into SaaS usage, policy enforcement, and incident investigation. This focus can be useful for organizations prioritizing SaaS data loss prevention and governance over network-centric controls.
Policy and risk visibility
It provides visibility into cloud app usage and user activity to support risk assessment and compliance reporting. Security teams can use this telemetry to identify risky applications, anomalous behavior, and potential data exfiltration paths. These capabilities map to standard CASB requirements in environments with broad SaaS adoption.
Portfolio alignment with Proofpoint
As part of Proofpoint’s security portfolio, it can fit into programs that already use Proofpoint for adjacent controls (for example, information protection and threat protection workflows). This can reduce vendor sprawl and simplify operational ownership for some teams. Integration depth and available connectors depend on the specific Proofpoint licensing and deployment model.
Not a full SSE stack
CASB products vary in how much they cover secure web gateway, zero trust network access, and broader SASE/SSE functions. Proofpoint Cloud App Security Broker is primarily positioned around CASB use cases rather than acting as a single consolidated edge platform. Organizations seeking one platform for CASB plus SWG/ZTNA may need additional products.
Connector coverage varies
CASB effectiveness depends heavily on the breadth and depth of SaaS API integrations and the granularity of controls per application. Coverage can vary by SaaS app, and some controls may be limited to specific platforms or require additional configuration. Buyers typically need to validate required SaaS connectors and supported policy actions during evaluation.
Operational tuning required
Like most CASB tools, achieving useful detections and low-noise alerting often requires policy tuning, data classification alignment, and ongoing rule maintenance. Initial rollout can involve stakeholder coordination across security, IT, and application owners. This can increase time-to-value for organizations without mature SaaS governance processes.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Not published / Contact sales | Not published on Proofpoint official site | Proofpoint's official Cloud App Security Broker product pages do not list public pricing or plan tiers. Customers are directed to Request a Demo or Contact Sales for licensing and pricing details; see Proofpoint product page. |
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Proofpoint, Inc.
Sunnyvale, California, USA
2002
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