Vectra AI named leader in 2024 IDC MarketScape report

Vectra AI has been recognised as a leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Network Detection and Response 2024 Vendor Assessment.

The company, known for its AI-driven extended detection and response capabilities, was highlighted in the report for its strengths in telemetry gathering and data correlation.

The IDC MarketScape noted that Vectra AI's approach helps to condense numerous alerts into a manageable number, utilising what it calls 'Attack Signal Intelligence.' This functionality is designed to address a key issue in cybersecurity: differentiating meaningful alerts from background noise.

The report indicates that 60% of security operations centre practitioners express dissatisfaction with detection tools that generate excessive noise. This analysis by IDC provides valuable insights for security leaders seeking to replace outdated tools, relying on a robust scoring methodology and customer feedback.

The report further praised Vectra AI, stating, "Vectra references said that Vectra AI did a superior job of finding detections against other vendors in the proof-of-concept stage of engagement." It also mentioned that the company's proprietary response prioritisation system outperformed most other systems by considering the potential impact surface alongside alert prioritisation.

Chris Kissel, IDC Vice-President Security & Trust, commented, "Network detection and response (NDR) has traditional strengths in that it uses activity within the network and at the time of ingress/egress to find anomalies that should be investigated – new port activity, evidence of beaconing, and impossible travel are such use cases." He added, "Vectra AI is good at these types of detections, but what really gives Vectra AI lift, is the ability to consider endpoint and identity logs as well as logs from public clouds to build a comprehensive picture of adversarial behaviour while maintaining low false positives."

Mark Wojtasiak, Vice President of Research and Strategy at Vectra AI, discussed the company's vision, stating, "We agree with the IDC MarketScape report that network detection and response (NDR) is especially powerful when combined with other tools."

" Today's SOC teams need visibility into a hybrid attack surface that extends from the network to identity and cloud. and that is what we have done with the Vectra AI Platform. With our patented Attack Signal Intelligence, we connect the dots in real-time giving SOC teams integrated and accurate detection of real attacks across their entire hybrid environment."

Chris Fisher, Regional Director for Vectra AI Australia and New Zealand, commented on the importance of this recognition for the region, saying, "Vectra AI's recognition as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape underscores our commitment to the Australian market. Our advanced telemetry and Attack Signal Intelligence provide unparalleled detection and response capabilities, ensuring Australian businesses can effectively manage and mitigate cyber threats. This accolade reflects our dedication to delivering cutting-edge solutions that address the unique challenges faced by security operations centres in Australia."

Vectra AI continues to be acknowledged by industry analysts and evaluators for its Vectra AI Platform, being named as a preferred choice for network detection and response, among other accolades.