Xertified provides a lock and key approach to secure critical IT and OT assets independently of the underlying network infrastructure. The platform uses digital locks and WireGuard encrypted tunnels with PKI identity to enforce granular access policies quickly. This solution secures diverse assets, including legacy equipment, while minimizing patching requirements and mitigating internal and external threats.
Funding
$6.7M 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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Problem
Traditional network security measures like VPNs and encryption often fail to adequately control access to IT, IoT, and OT resources, leaving organizations vulnerable to both external attacks and internal threats exploiting known vulnerabilities. The increasing connectivity of devices and the convergence of IT and OT environments exacerbate these risks, particularly for legacy devices that lack robust built-in security features.
Solution
Xertified provides identity-based access control, ensuring only verified users and devices can communicate with network resources. This "drop-in" solution overlays existing infrastructure, creating a secure perimeter based on digital identities and end-to-end encryption. By issuing unique digital keys, Xertified restricts access and controls resources, mitigating the risks associated with known vulnerabilities and reducing the attack surface. The technology enables organizations to holistically authenticate, authorize, and manage users, devices, and systems safely and securely, independent of location.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes organizations with IT, IoT, and OT environments seeking to enhance their network security posture, particularly those in critical infrastructure sectors, as well as CIOs and CISOs concerned about the security implications of remote access solutions.
Features
- Identity-based access control for IT, IoT, and OT environments
- Unique digital key system for secure communication between trusted users and resources
- "Drop-in" overlay solution compatible with existing network infrastructure
- End-to-end encryption for data protection
- Support for legacy devices lacking built-in security features
- Location-independent authentication and authorization
- Compliant with NIS 2 and IEC 62443 standards for access control and zero-trust implementation