Deception technology is gaining popularity as organizations seek approaches to protect against evolving cyberattacks including phishing, lateral movement, and insider threats.
Companies can leverage deception technology to identify and respond to a cyberattack before it reaches the organization’s actual systems. We cover the top 20 deception technology companies.
Deception Technology Ecosystem
Unlike traditional tools that detect attacks after damage is done, deception-based solutions can complement AI cybersecurity by actively luring and identifying malicious actors in real time.
Incumbent security software providers
Companies like Symantec provide end-to-end cybersecurity solutions including solutions that include deception technology
Startups
Numerous startups have been launched since 2010s focusing on deception security.
Complete List of Deception Technology Vendors
Company | Launched on* | Number of employees on Linkedin** |
|---|---|---|
Rapid7 | 2000 | 1001-2500 |
LogRhythm | 2003 | 501-1000 |
ForeScout | 2000 | 501-1000 |
Shape Security | 2011 | 101-250 |
Attivo Networks | 2015 | 101-250 |
Acalvio Technologies | 2015 | 51-100 |
Illusive networks | 2014 | 51-100 |
GuardiCore | 2013 | 51-100 |
Cymmetria | 2014 | 26-50 |
TrapX Security | 2012 | 26-50 |
* Date when tool was launched not the day the company was launched. This is because Symantec’s founding date is irrelevant when discussing their tool which provides features of deception technology.
** Only relevant for startups that focus on a single product because Symantec’s number of employees is irrelevant when discussing their specific deception security tool.
This is possibly an incomplete list in an emerging field, feel free to suggest other vendors in comments.
Further Reading
For deeper insights into related cybersecurity technologies and strategies, check out the following resources:
- Network Security Automation Tools: Find out how automation enhances cybersecurity workflows, often in conjunction with deception tech.
- Most Common Cyber Attack Vectors: Learn about the primary methods attackers use to infiltrate systems, which deception technology aims to counter.
- AI Cybersecurity: Explore how artificial intelligence is transforming threat detection and response.
- Open Source Incident Response Tools: Discover tools that can complement deception technologies in managing breaches.
- Agentic AI in Cybersecurity: Understand how autonomous AI agents are being developed to make real-time decisions in cybersecurity environments.
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FortiDeceptor from Fortinet should also be considered for this list. Some details can be found here https://www.infosecpartners.com/partners/fortinet/fortideceptor/
Additional information on Fortinet and FortiDeceptor Launched on 2000 MARKET CAP $28.5B 8,232 employees on LinkedIn fortinet.com/products/fortideceptor
Consider adding PacketViper to the list of Deception companies. PacketViper is a lightweight, active, cybersecurity deception technology. The Deception360