Cynet
Extended detection and response (XDR) platforms
SaaS security posture management (SSPM) solutions
Incident response software
Security information and event management (SIEM) software
Deception technology software
Managed detection and response (MDR) software
Endpoint detection & response (EDR) software
Endpoint management software
Endpoint protection platforms
User and entity behavior analytics (UEBA) software
Cloud security software
System security software
Endpoint protection software
User threat prevention software
Anti-malware software
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What is Cynet
Cynet is an extended detection and response (XDR) platform that combines endpoint telemetry, network visibility, user behavior analytics, and automated response workflows in a single product. It is used by security teams and managed service providers to detect, investigate, and remediate threats across endpoints and identities, with optional managed detection and response (MDR) support. The platform includes endpoint protection/EDR capabilities, deception features, and incident response tooling oriented around guided investigation and playbook-driven remediation. It also integrates with external log and security tools to enrich detections and support centralized monitoring.
Unified detection and response
Cynet consolidates endpoint protection, EDR, network analytics, UEBA-style behavior detection, and response actions into one platform. This can reduce the number of separate consoles and agents needed for common detection-and-response workflows. For organizations that want a single operational surface rather than assembling multiple point tools, the packaging is straightforward. The approach aligns with XDR use cases where correlated telemetry and automated actions matter more than standalone alerting.
Built-in automation and playbooks
The product includes automated response actions such as host isolation, process remediation, and policy-based containment to shorten time-to-response. It provides guided investigation and workflow support that helps standardize triage and remediation steps. This is useful for smaller security teams that need repeatable processes without building extensive custom automation. Automation also supports MDR operations where consistent handling is required across many customers.
Deception and lateral-movement detection
Cynet includes deception components (e.g., decoys and lures) designed to surface attacker activity that may evade signature-based controls. Deception signals can complement endpoint and network detections by providing high-fidelity indicators of interactive intrusion behavior. This can improve detection of credential misuse and lateral movement attempts in internal networks. The capability is integrated into the same investigation and response workflow rather than being a separate standalone tool.
Not a full SIEM replacement
While Cynet can ingest and correlate security data, organizations with broad log-management, long-term retention, and complex compliance reporting needs may still require a dedicated SIEM. SIEM-centric use cases often demand extensive parsing, custom correlation rules, and data lake scale that XDR platforms do not always prioritize. Buyers should validate retention, search performance, and reporting depth for their regulatory requirements. Integration with existing SIEM processes may still be necessary in mature SOC environments.
Cloud posture coverage varies
Cynet is primarily positioned around threat detection and response rather than deep cloud security posture management across IaaS and SaaS configurations. If a program requires comprehensive CSPM/SSPM controls (continuous configuration assessment, policy-as-code, and broad SaaS app coverage), a specialized posture tool may be needed alongside it. Prospective customers should confirm which SaaS applications and cloud services are supported and how posture findings map to remediation workflows. This is especially important for organizations with large multi-cloud footprints.
Ecosystem and customization limits
Compared with platforms that emphasize extensive third-party integrations and highly customizable detection engineering, Cynet may offer fewer options for bespoke pipelines and advanced tuning. Organizations with dedicated detection engineering teams may want deeper control over data normalization, correlation logic, and custom content development. Integration breadth and API capabilities should be validated for existing security stack requirements. This can affect fit for complex environments with many specialized security tools.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Protect | Not listed / Contact sales | Essential endpoint protection, network security, and deception. Does NOT include 24x7 CyOps MDR. (Listed on Cynet Packages page.) |
| Elite | $7 per endpoint/month | XDR platform with 24x7 CyOps MDR support; includes EPP, EDR, UBA, NDR, response orchestration, deception; adds External Attack Surface Management and option for ProActive CyOps. |
| All-in-One | $10 per endpoint/month | Full enterprise security platform with 24x7 CyOps MDR support; includes all Elite features plus ESPM and email security; comprehensive integrated platform. |
Seller details
Cynet Security Ltd.
Tel Aviv, Israel
2015
Private
https://www.cynet.com/
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