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Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: CHKP) is a cyber security company based in Tel Aviv, Israel, known for its AI-powered Infinity Platform and prevention-first approach. The CHKP news feed on Stock Titan aggregates company announcements, industry recognitions and product updates that shed light on how Check Point is evolving its security portfolio.
Recent news highlights include scheduled earnings announcements, where Check Point reports financial results and discusses demand trends across areas such as hybrid mesh network security, workspace protection and external risk management. Investors and analysts can follow these updates to understand how product and subscription revenues are developing and how management views the company’s strategic roadmap.
Product and technology news is another key theme. Check Point has announced releases like Quantum Firewall Software R82.10, which introduces new capabilities for securing AI-driven enterprises, enforcing Zero Trust and unifying protection across hybrid networks. The company also publishes news about AI-focused offerings such as AI Cloud Protect, collaborations with partners like NVIDIA and Microsoft, and the integration of Lakera’s AI-native security technology.
In addition, the CHKP news stream features recognition from third‑party evaluators and analysts, including leadership positions in Gartner Magic Quadrant reports for email security and hybrid mesh firewalls, as well as results from enterprise firewall tests. These items provide context on how Check Point’s solutions perform in independent assessments. For anyone tracking cyber security trends, AI security developments or Check Point’s corporate actions, the CHKP news page offers a centralized view of the company’s latest disclosures and announcements.
Check Point CloudGuard has expanded its capabilities to offer comprehensive workload security that protects applications, functions, and containers from development through runtime.
With a focus on automation, this innovative solution addresses the complexities of cloud security, as 68% of enterprises cite misconfiguration as a significant threat to their cloud assets.
The platform enhances security through unified controls and integrates with CI/CD tools, ensuring automated threat detection and prevention across environments.
Check Point Research has released its latest Global Threat Index, indicating a shift in malware dynamics. The Dridex trojan has fallen off the list, while Trickbot now ranks as the most prevalent malware, impacting 8% of organizations globally. The report highlights a significant increase in cyberattacks, with a year-on-year rise of 70% in the Americas, 97%% in EMEA, and 168%% in APAC compared to May 2020. Organizations are urged to strengthen their cybersecurity measures amid these growing threats.
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Check Point Research has reported that the Dridex trojan remains the most prevalent malware for the second consecutive month, stemming from a QuickBooks Malspam Campaign. This malware is often an initial stage in ransomware attacks, which have surged by 107% compared to last year. Additionally, AgentTesla ranks second, impacting 12% of organizations. Vulnerabilities such as Web Server Exposed Git Repository affect 46% of global organizations. The report highlights the need for enhanced cybersecurity measures as ransomware attacks occur every 10 seconds globally.
Check Point Software Technologies has launched the Check Point Cloud Academy to address the growing demand for cloud security education globally. In partnership with Platinum Elite ATC partners—Arrow Electronics, Red Education, and Westcon Security—the program includes the Check Point Certified Cloud Specialist Program (CCCS), targeting IT professionals and partners. With 75% of enterprises concerned about cloud security, this initiative aims to close the skills gap, enhance job readiness, and support digital transformations propelled by the pandemic.
Check Point Software Technologies (NASDAQ: CHKP) announced new initiatives to enhance its Partner Growth Program, aimed at boosting partner profitability and customer engagement. Key features include a 25% margin for new customer registrations and a 15% discount on sales of new technologies like CloudGuard and Harmony. A new Professional Services Certification Program will empower partners to deliver specialized services. Additionally, the program offers pre-packaged lead generation campaigns and an enhanced 'White Space' program to identify sales opportunities.
Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: CHKP) reported financial results for Q1 2021, with total revenues of $508 million, marking a 4% year-over-year increase. The company achieved GAAP EPS of $1.33, an 8% increase from last year, and non-GAAP EPS of $1.54, a 9% increase. Deferred revenues rose to $1.458 billion, up 8% year-over-year. Check Point emphasized the success of its CloudGuard technologies amid heightened cyber threats. Additionally, the company repurchased 2.7 million shares for $325 million.
Check Point Software Technologies (NASDAQ: CHKP) announced that its endpoint security solution, Harmony Endpoint, achieved a 100% detection rate in the recent MITRE ATT&CK Endpoint Protection Product Evaluation. Furthermore, it attained the highest technique detection level for 96% of unique techniques tested. This evaluation showcases Harmony Endpoint's comprehensive threat detection capabilities against sophisticated threats from groups like Carbanak and FIN7, which have caused over $1 billion in theft. The results affirm the solution's effectiveness in enhancing cybersecurity for businesses globally.
Check Point Research released its Q1 2021 Brand Phishing Report, revealing trends in phishing targeting major brands. In this quarter, Microsoft was the most imitated brand at 39%, followed by DHL at 18%. Notably, the banking sector rose, with Wells Fargo and Chase making the top ten due to increased digital payment reliance. The report illustrates evolving phishing tactics aimed at exploiting online behavior during the pandemic. Check Point emphasizes the importance of user caution against phishing attempts.
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