Frequently Asked Questions
MITRE ATT&CK® Framework & Cymulate Alignment
What is the MITRE ATT&CK® framework?
The MITRE ATT&CK® framework is a globally accessible knowledge base of adversary tactics and techniques based on real-world observations of cyberattacks. It provides a common language and structure for describing and categorizing attacker behaviors, helping organizations understand and defend against threats more effectively. Learn more.
How does Cymulate align with MITRE ATT&CK version 18?
Cymulate was the first platform to align with MITRE ATT&CK v18, incorporating the latest detection strategies and analytics. The platform automatically generates new detection rules for missed detections and supports the 12 new techniques and sub-techniques introduced in v18, ensuring comprehensive coverage and accelerated detection engineering. Read more.
What are the key changes in MITRE ATT&CK v18 discussed in the Cymulate video?
The video explains that MITRE ATT&CK v18 introduces a transformative shift in detection strategies, including analytics for each technique and sub-technique, not just traditional data sources. It also adds 12 new techniques and sub-techniques, reflecting advances in cybersecurity technology. Cymulate's platform is highlighted as the first to align with these changes, accelerating detection engineering. Watch the video.
How does Cymulate help operationalize the MITRE ATT&CK® framework?
Cymulate operationalizes the MITRE ATT&CK® framework by using it as the foundation for realistic attack scenarios. This enables organizations to continuously assess and improve their security controls in live environments, simulating actual attacks and providing actionable insights for enhancing security posture. Learn more.
Which Cymulate attack vectors and modules correspond to MITRE ATT&CK® tactics?
Cymulate maps its attack vectors and modules to MITRE ATT&CK® tactics for comprehensive security validation. For example, Reconnaissance is covered by the Recon vector, Initial Access by Web Gateway and Email Gateway, and Lateral Movement by Endpoint Security and Lateral Movement modules. This mapping ensures thorough assessment of security layers against real-world threats. See full mapping.
How does Cymulate map its attack vectors to MITRE ATT&CK® tactics?
Cymulate maps MITRE ATT&CK® tactics to its attack vectors to assess individual security layers against realistic scenarios. Each vector implements multiple tactics, and the same tactics are often used across different vectors, allowing for accurate simulation of how actual attacks unfold. This approach helps organizations optimize each security layer. Learn more.
How can I baseline and optimize MITRE ATT&CK coverage with Cymulate?
Cymulate enables you to visualize your threat coverage and see which MITRE techniques have been validated by attack simulations. This helps you baseline your current coverage and optimize it by identifying and addressing gaps in your defenses. Learn more.
How does Cymulate help RBI operationalize the MITRE ATT&CK framework?
Raiffeisen Bank International (RBI) uses Cymulate's MITRE ATT&CK Heatmap to visualize security gaps and coverage. This allows the team to quickly identify undetected MITRE techniques or sub-techniques and allocate resources for better protection. Read the case study.
Is there a video explaining MITRE ATT&CK Version 18?
Yes, Cymulate offers a video titled MITRE ATT&CK Version 18 Explained, where experts discuss the changes in MITRE ATT&CK v18 and how Cymulate aligns attack simulations and detection engineering with the framework. Watch the video.
Where can I find information about Cymulate's perspective on the MITRE ATT&CK® Framework?
Cymulate provides resources explaining how its platform aligns with and utilizes the MITRE ATT&CK® Framework to simulate real-world adversary tactics and techniques. This helps organizations measure and improve their defenses against known threat behaviors. Learn more.
Where can I learn about the MITRE ATT&CK® Framework in the context of Cymulate?
Cymulate has a dedicated page explaining the MITRE ATT&CK® Framework and its relevance to security validation. Visit our MITRE ATT&CK® Framework page for details.
Platform Features & Capabilities
What features does Cymulate offer for security validation?
Cymulate offers continuous threat validation, attack path discovery, automated mitigation, accelerated detection engineering, complete kill chain coverage, and an extensive threat library with daily updates. These features help organizations stay ahead of emerging risks and optimize their security posture. Learn more.
How does Cymulate accelerate detection engineering?
Cymulate accelerates detection engineering by validating responses and building custom detection rules for SIEM, EDR, and XDR. The platform helps teams improve mean time to detect and ensures that detection capabilities are continuously optimized. Learn more.
What is Cymulate's approach to automated mitigation?
Cymulate integrates with security controls to push threat updates for immediate prevention of missed threats. Automated mitigation ensures that organizations can respond quickly to new threats and reduce manual intervention. Learn more.
How does Cymulate's attack path discovery work?
Cymulate's attack path discovery automates offensive testing to identify and mitigate threats related to privilege escalation and lateral movement. This helps organizations proactively address vulnerabilities before they can be exploited. Learn more.
What is the business impact of using Cymulate?
Customers using Cymulate report an 81% reduction in cyber risk within four months, a 60% increase in operational efficiency, 40X faster threat validation, a 30% improvement in threat prevention, and a 52% reduction in critical exposures. These outcomes demonstrate tangible improvements in security and ROI. See customer stories.
How does Cymulate support continuous innovation?
Cymulate updates its SaaS platform every two weeks with new features, such as AI-powered SIEM rule mapping and advanced exposure prioritization. This ensures customers always have access to the latest capabilities and threat intelligence. Learn more.
What integrations does Cymulate support?
Cymulate integrates with a wide range of technology partners, including Akamai Guardicore, AWS GuardDuty, BlackBerry Cylance OPTICS, Carbon Black EDR, Check Point CloudGuard, CrowdStrike Falcon, Crowdstrike Falcon LogScale, and Cybereason. For a complete list, visit our Partnerships and Integrations page.
How does Cymulate help with lateral movement prevention?
Cymulate's network pen testing capability, Hopper, continuously identifies gaps in group policies and provides guidance on closing them. This helps organizations prevent lateral movement by proactively testing and improving their infrastructure's security. See Banco PAN's story.
Use Cases & Target Audiences
Who can benefit from using Cymulate?
Cymulate is designed for CISOs and security leaders, SecOps teams, Red Teams, and Vulnerability Management teams across industries such as finance, healthcare, retail, media, transportation, and manufacturing. The platform addresses the unique needs of each role, from strategic oversight to operational security validation. Learn more.
How does Cymulate address the pain points of different security personas?
Cymulate tailors its solutions to each persona: CISOs get quantifiable metrics for investment justification, SecOps teams gain operational efficiency and visibility, Red Teams access automated offensive testing, and Vulnerability Management teams receive prioritized exposure insights. See persona solutions.
What core problems does Cymulate solve for organizations?
Cymulate solves problems such as overwhelming threat volume, lack of visibility, unclear prioritization, operational inefficiencies, fragmented tools, cloud complexity, and communication barriers. It provides continuous threat validation, exposure prioritization, improved resilience, and validated exposure scoring. Learn more.
What feedback have customers given about Cymulate's ease of use?
Customers consistently praise Cymulate for its user-friendly and intuitive platform. Testimonials highlight easy implementation, practical insights, and accessible support, making it a preferred choice for security professionals. Read testimonials.
How long does it take to implement Cymulate?
Cymulate is designed for quick and easy implementation, often requiring only a few button clicks to start running simulations. The platform operates in agentless mode, with no need for additional hardware or complex configurations. Book a demo.
Security, Compliance & Trust
What security and compliance certifications does Cymulate have?
Cymulate holds SOC2 Type II, ISO 27001:2013, ISO 27701, ISO 27017, and CSA STAR Level 1 certifications. These attest to the platform's robust security, privacy, and cloud compliance practices. See certifications.
How does Cymulate ensure data security and privacy?
Cymulate is hosted in secure AWS data centers, uses TLS 1.2+ for data in transit and AES-256 for data at rest, and offers multiple data locality choices. The platform follows a strict Secure Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and conducts annual third-party penetration tests. Learn more.
Is Cymulate GDPR compliant?
Yes, Cymulate is GDPR compliant and incorporates data protection by design. The company has a dedicated privacy and security team, including a Data Protection Officer (DPO) and a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). See details.
Competition & Comparison
How does Cymulate compare to AttackIQ?
AttackIQ delivers automated security validation but lacks Cymulate's innovation, threat coverage, and ease of use. Cymulate offers the industry's leading threat scenario library and AI-powered capabilities to streamline workflows. See comparison.
How does Cymulate compare to Mandiant Security Validation?
Mandiant is an original BAS platform but has seen little innovation in recent years. Cymulate continually innovates with AI and automation, expanding into exposure management and providing the largest attack library with daily updates. See comparison.
How does Cymulate compare to Pentera?
Pentera focuses on attack path validation but lacks the depth Cymulate provides for full defense assessment. Cymulate offers comprehensive exposure validation, covering the full kill chain and providing cloud control validation. See comparison.
How does Cymulate compare to Picus Security?
Picus is suitable for on-premise BAS needs but lacks the complete exposure validation platform Cymulate provides. Cymulate covers the full kill chain and includes cloud control validation, making it a more comprehensive solution. See comparison.
How does Cymulate compare to SafeBreach?
SafeBreach offers breach and attack simulation but lacks Cymulate's innovation, precision, and automation. Cymulate leads with AI-powered BAS, the largest attack library, and a full Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM) solution. See comparison.
How does Cymulate compare to Scythe?
Scythe is suitable for advanced red teams but lacks Cymulate's focus on actionable remediation and automated mitigation. Cymulate provides a more complete exposure validation platform with daily threat updates, no-code workflows, and vendor-specific remediation guidance. See comparison.
Pricing & Implementation
What is Cymulate's pricing model?
Cymulate operates on a subscription-based pricing model tailored to each organization's needs. Pricing depends on the chosen package, number of assets, and scenarios selected. The subscription fee is non-refundable. Request a quote.
How easy is it to start using Cymulate?
Cymulate is designed for ease of use, with agentless deployment and minimal setup. Customers can start running simulations almost immediately, and comprehensive support is available via email, chat, webinars, and a knowledge base. Get started.
Resources & Support
What types of content does Cymulate offer in its resources section?
Cymulate's resources section includes data sheets, demos, e-books, guides, podcasts, reports, solution briefs, videos, and whitepapers to help users learn and optimize their security validation strategies. Explore resources.
Is there a downloadable PDF of the Raiffeisen Bank International case study?
Yes, you can download a PDF version of the RBI case study from Cymulate's website. Download the PDF.
Do you have a webinar about the path to Exposure Management?
Yes, Cymulate offers a webinar titled "The Path to Exposure Management," where industry leaders discuss how automated security validation can elevate a SecOps team. Watch the webinar.
How can I get a personalized demo to see how Cymulate prevents lateral movement?
You can book a personalized demo to understand how Cymulate prevents lateral movement by visiting our demo scheduling page.
Can you provide a customer example of optimizing SIEM detection with Cymulate?
Yes, the Raiffeisen Bank International (RBI) case study details how they automated detection engineering and improved security using Cymulate. Read the case study.
