QWERX provides automated network security by continuously verifying every connected device on the network. The platform rotates digital certificates frequently, rendering stolen credentials useless to attackers. This process ensures devices remain verified and protected without requiring manual intervention from security teams.
Funding
$1.3M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Enterprises face increasing cybersecurity threats due to the vulnerabilities associated with static credentials and traditional Public Key Infrastructure (PKI). Credential misuse is a major attack vector, leading to costly data breaches and significant IT budget expenditures for PKI management. Existing security measures often fail to protect networks effectively against evolving and sophisticated cyberattacks.
Solution
QWERX Enterprise Secure Perimeter provides a Dynamic Machine Identity Management (MIM) solution that replaces static credentials with ephemeral authentication keys, enhancing network security and preventing external cyberattacks. The patented device-to-device authentication system dynamically generates one-time-use keys that rotate frequently, eliminating the vulnerabilities associated with traditional PKI. This approach stops attacks at the network edge, alerts system owners to breach attempts, and provides critical threat intelligence. By automating device authentication and removing users as a system vulnerability, QWERX helps enterprises regain trust in their network security.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes enterprise IT departments and cybersecurity professionals seeking to enhance network security and prevent data breaches resulting from credential misuse.
Features
- Dynamic generation of ephemeral authentication keys for one-time use
- Rapid key rotation, occurring multiple times per second
- Automatic device-to-device authentication, eliminating static credentials
- Cloud or on-premises deployment options for flexible integration
- Real-time alerts for breach attempts and critical threat intelligence reporting
- Patented MIM technology for enhanced network security
- Software-based solution for easy installation and management