WatchGuard Shows Strong Real-World Detection and 100% Malware Protection in MITRE Enterprise 2024
MSPs and IT organizations run lean and can’t afford to waste time sifting through false positives and dealing with operational inefficiencies. This is why we are pleased with our results of 2024 MITRE ATT&CK® Enterprise Evaluation, which included a new element this year to test a vendor’s ability to deal with “Noise” and distinguish between benign and malicious actions. WatchGuard Advanced EPDR showcased its ability to successfully minimize false positives and empower partners and customers alike to focus on what matters most: securing their environments against evolving threats.
Real-World Focus: Beyond Test Environments
This year, MITRE ATT&CK Evaluations introduced the concept of Noise in its testing process. Noise simulates legitimate activity alongside threat actor behavior, testing a solution’s ability to distinguish between benign and malicious actions. This measurement is critical in real-world deployments, where excessive false positives lead to operational inefficiencies and “alert fatigue.” Security teams need solutions that reduce Noise, allowing them to focus on actual threats.
To help organizations evaluate cybersecurity solutions and interpret results from MITRE ATT&CK Evaluations, WatchGuard emphasizes three critical factors:
1.Efficiency Over Detection Alone:
High detection rates are valuable, but they must be balanced with low false positives (low Noise). Excessive false positives increase operational costs and can overwhelm security teams.
2. Realistic Scenarios First:
Performance in default configurations provides a clearer picture of readiness for real-world scenarios, where attackers don’t wait for adjustments. WatchGuard’s performance without configuration changes reflects its focus on operational reliability.
3. Cost-Effectiveness:
Organizations should also consider the affordability and scalability of solutions, especially those with constrained budgets or limited cybersecurity expertise.
Key Highlights of WatchGuard’s 2024 Performance
1.Strong Detection Efficiency:
WatchGuard achieved a detection rate of 71.43% without configuration changes, paired with an 89% "No Detection of Noise" score (True Negative rate), demonstrating its ability to minimize false positives and focus on actionable threats.
2.100% Malware-Based Attack Protection:
WatchGuard's Zero-Trust Application Service achieved 100% protection against all tested malware-based attack steps , reflecting its reliability in endpoint protection.
Why This Matters for Partners and Customers
WatchGuard’s participation in the 2024 MITRE ATT&CK Evaluations highlights its focus on reducing operational complexity while maintaining strong protection. For organizations with limited budgets or resources, WatchGuard provides efficient, practical, and cost-effective security solutions that address real-world threats.
Explore the 2024 MITRE ATT&CK Evaluations and learn more about WatchGuard’s performance by visiting ATT&CK Evaluations.
