Marie Wilcox
As the complexity and frequency of cyber threats escalate, organizations are recognizing the inadequacy of traditional security methods focused solely on prevention and detection. The new reality demands a shift—a pivot towards an "assume breach" mindset and proactive measures that go beyond detection to robust investigation and response.
The introduction of the Cloud Investigation and Response Automation (CIRA) category by Gartner® signifies the validation of this critical market evolution. This change highlights the growing need for scalable, automated investigation solutions that empower organizations to respond with speed, precision, and resilience.
Why change is needed
Organizations today face unprecedented challenges in maintaining cyber resilience. Traditional incident response methods are increasingly failing to address the complexities of modern infrastructures. Investigations are plagued by manual, fragmented processes, siloed tools, and insufficient visibility—resulting in extended response times, higher costs, and greater operational disruption.
Binalyze identified this gap early, envisioning a more efficient, scalable, and integrated approach to investigation and response. By automating the collection, correlation, and analysis of forensic data across hybrid environments, Binalyze AIR has been at the forefront of redefining digital forensics and incident response (DFIR) practices.
Gartner’s CIRA: A market-defining moment
In 2023, Gartner introduced the CIRA emerging category, further highlighting the criticality of investigation and response automation in modern SecOps. As defined by Gartner, “Cloud Investigation and Response Automation (CIRA) is a technology that leverages advanced analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), and automation to enhance the detection, investigation, and response to security incidents within cloud environments.”1
This emerging category complements detection tools like EDR, XDR, and SIEM by automating forensic-level investigation processes. By delivering actionable insights and enabling cross-platform visibility, CIRA tools empower organizations to respond faster and more effectively to incidents—whether they occur in cloud, hybrid, or on-premise environments.
How Binalyze AIR is leading the way
Binalyze AIR is also proud to be recognized as a Sample Vendor in the Gartner Hype Cycle for Workload and Network Security (Report accessible to Gartner clients only)2 . With a comprehensive, scalable, and user-friendly platform, AIR embodies the principles of CIRA, delivering:
- Cross-Platform Forensic Visibility: across cloud, on-prem and hybrid environments, ensuring SOC and incident response teams have complete visibility no matter where the investigation takes them.
- Rapid Investigations: Automated workflows that shrink investigation times from weeks to hours.
- Seamless Integrations: Compatible with existing SecOps ecosystems, including SIEM, EDR, and XDR.
- End-to-End Capabilities: From evidence collection to analysis, all within a unified platform.
By enabling faster, more precise investigations, Binalyze AIR helps organizations enhance their cyber resilience, reduce operational disruptions, and achieve compliance with increasing regulatory demands.
The future of incident response is here
The recognition of the CIRA category underscores the urgency for a paradigm shift in cyber resilience strategies. By automating investigation processes, organizations can turn response activities into strategic assets—enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and safeguarding business continuity.
Join the leaders embracing this change. Discover how Binalyze AIR can transform your incident response strategy and future-proof your organization.
Request a demo today to experience Binalyze AIR in action.
Gartner Disclaimer
- Gartner, Emerging Tech: Security — Cloud Investigation and Response Automation Offers Transformation Opportunities, Lawrence Pingree, Mark Wah, 5 June 2023
- Gartner, Hype Cycle for Workload and Network Security, 2024, Feng Gao, Charlie Winckless, 23 July 2024
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