# Acalvio | Cyber Deception Technology for Preemptive Cybersecurity Acalvio leads in cyber deception technology, delivering preemptive cybersecurity that detects threats early. Built on 25 patents. Learn more today! ## Products ### [ShadowPlex Advanced Threat Defense](https://www.acalvio.com/products/advanced-threat-defense/) Deception for early detection of cyber threats with precision and speed. ### [ShadowPlex Identity Protection](https://www.acalvio.com/products/identity-protection/) Visibility of identity attack surface and comprehensive detection of identity threats. ### [ShadowPlex Cloud Security](https://www.acalvio.com/products/shadowplex-cloud-security/) Multi-cloud Security Built on Enterprise-scale honeytokens. ### [ShadowPlex Targeted Threat Intel](https://www.acalvio.com/products/shadowplex-targeted-threat-intel/) Targeted Threat Intel Providing Preemptive Cyber Security. ### [ShadowPlex Preemptive Cybersecurity Platform](https://www.acalvio.com/shadowplex-platform/) Comprehensive and Award-winning Distributed Deception Platform. ## Solutions ### [What is Preemptive Cybersecurity?](https://www.acalvio.com/why-preemptive-cybersecurity/) Preemptive Cybersecurity detects and diverts attacks. ### [Active Defense](https://www.acalvio.com/solutions/active-defense/) Strategies and technologies to proactively defend against cyber threats. ### [Active Directory Protection](https://www.acalvio.com/solutions/active-directory-protection/) Protection mechanisms for Active Directory environments. ### [Cloud Detection and Response (CDR)](https://www.acalvio.com/solutions/cloud-detection-and-response/) Tools and techniques for detecting and responding to threats in cloud environments. ### [Early Threat Detection](https://www.acalvio.com/solutions/early-threat-detection/) Methods for identifying threats before they can cause harm. ### [Honeytokens for CrowdStrike](https://www.acalvio.com/solutions/honeytokens-for-crowdstrike/) Utilization of honeytokens to enhance CrowdStrike's threat detection capabilities. ### [Identity Threat Detection & Response](https://www.acalvio.com/solutions/itdr/) Solutions for identifying and responding to identity-related threats. ### [Insider Threats](https://www.acalvio.com/solutions/insider-threat-detection/) Strategies for detecting and mitigating threats from within an organization. ### [OT Security](https://www.acalvio.com/solutions/ot-ics-security/) Security measures for Operational Technology environments. ### [Ransomware](https://www.acalvio.com/solutions/ransomware-protection/) Defensive strategies and technologies to combat ransomware attacks. ### [Red Teaming](https://www.acalvio.com/solutions/red-teaming/) Simulated attacks to test and improve security postures. ### [Threat Hunting](https://www.acalvio.com/solutions/threat-hunting/) Proactive search for threats within an organization's network. ### [Zero Trust](https://www.acalvio.com/solutions/zero-trust/) A security model that requires strict identity verification for every person and device. ### [Healthcare](https://www.acalvio.com/solutions/healthcare/) Cybersecurity solutions tailored for the healthcare sector. ### [Financial Services](https://www.acalvio.com/solutions/financial-services-cybersecurity/) Cybersecurity measures designed for financial institutions. ### [Public Sector](https://www.acalvio.com/solutions/public-sector/) Cybersecurity solutions for government and public sector organizations. ## Resources ### [Events](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/events/) Information on upcoming events related to cybersecurity. ### [Cyber Deception Glossary](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/) Definitions and explanations of terms related to cyber deception. ### [Resource Center](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/) A collection of resources for further learning and exploration. ### [Analyst Reports](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/analyst-reports/) Reports from industry analysts on cybersecurity trends and technologies. ### [Case Studies](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/case-studies/) Real-world examples of Acalvio's solutions in action. ### [Data Sheets](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/data-sheets/) Detailed information on Acalvio's products and services. ### [E-Books](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/ebooks/) In-depth publications on various cybersecurity topics. ### [Solution Briefs](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/solution-briefs/) Concise documents outlining specific solutions offered by Acalvio. ### [Webinars](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/webinars/) Online seminars covering various aspects of cybersecurity. ### [Whitepapers](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/white-papers/) Comprehensive reports on specific cybersecurity issues and solutions. ## Company ### [Leadership](https://www.acalvio.com/about-us/#executive-team) Information about the leadership team at Acalvio. ### [Investors](https://www.acalvio.com/about-us/#investors) Details regarding Acalvio's investors and funding. ### [Press Center](https://www.acalvio.com/press-center/) Media resources and press releases from Acalvio. ### [In The News](https://www.acalvio.com/in-the-news/) Recent news articles and features about Acalvio. ## Partners ### [Strategic Partners](https://www.acalvio.com/partners/#strategic-partners) Information on Acalvio's strategic partnerships. ### [Technology Integrations](https://www.acalvio.com/partners/#technology-partners) Details on technology integrations with Acalvio's products. ### [Partner Program](https://www.acalvio.com/partners/) Information on how to become a partner with Acalvio. ## Additional Links ### [Privacy Policy](https://www.acalvio.com/privacy-policy/) Acalvio's policy regarding user privacy. ### [Cookie Policy](https://www.acalvio.com/cookie-policy/) Information on Acalvio's use of cookies. ### [Trademarks](https://www.acalvio.com/trademarks/) Details on Acalvio's trademarks. ### [Eula](https://www.acalvio.com/eula/) End User License Agreement for Acalvio's products. ### [Ransomware Archives](https://www.acalvio.com/ransomware/) Archive of information related to ransomware incidents. ### [MSA](https://www.acalvio.com/msa/) Master Service Agreement details. ### [Announcements Archives](https://www.acalvio.com/announcements/) Historical announcements from Acalvio. ### [Acalvio Privacy Policy](http://www.acalvio.com/privacy-policy/) Comprehensive privacy policy for Acalvio. ## Blog Acalvio publishes research and analysis on cyber deception, preemptive security and agentic AI security. Full index: https://www.acalvio.com/blog/ ### [The Case for Preemptive Cyber Deception Defense](https://www.acalvio.com/blog/cyber-deception/cyber-deception-and-the-case-for-preemptive-cybersecurity-defense/) Explore why preemptive cybersecurity means taking the initiative - focusing on adversary objectives & placing obstacles in attackers paths before damage. ### [Mythos-Ready Defense: Why AI-Driven Exploits Require Deception](https://www.acalvio.com/agentic-ai-security/when-ai-finds-the-exploit-first-deception-becomes-the-early-warning-layer/) Claude Mythos compresses exploit timelines. Learn why deception is the early warning layer that detects Mythos-equipped adversaries before production is hit. ### [AI Security Solutions: Preemptive Defense vs. Reactive Tools](https://www.acalvio.com/agentic-ai-security/ai-security-solutions-preemptive-defense-vs-reactive-tools/) Most AI security solutions are still reactive. See how preemptive deception-based defense catches AI-driven threats before they reach critical assets. ### [Agentic Hacking: Anatomy of an AI-Driven Attack](https://www.acalvio.com/agentic-ai-security/agentic-hacking-explained-ai-driven-attack-lifecycle/) How agentic hacking works-the AI-driven attack lifecycle and how deception provides an early-warning layer. ### [Detecting Mythos-Enabled Intrusions with Deception Technology](https://www.acalvio.com/agentic-ai-security/detecting-mythos-enabled-intrusions-deception-machine-speed-exploits/) Mythos-class AI compresses exploits from weeks to hours. Patching cadence can't keep up. Here's how deception-based detection closes the gap - with proof. ### [AI Agent Security Best Practices for the Enterprise](https://www.acalvio.com/agentic-ai-security/ai-agent-security-best-practices-for-the-enterprise/) Enterprise AI agent security needs controls across identity, runtime, and detection. Here is the AI agent security best practices framework architects use. ### [The OWASP Guide to AI Agent Security and Where Deception Fits](https://www.acalvio.com/agentic-ai-security/owasp-guide-ai-agent-security-deception/) A practical OWASP-based guide to securing AI agents-top risks, controls, and where deception fits. Read the guide. ### [Agentic Misalignment and Defensive Countermeasures: Analysis of the Hugging Face Security Incident](https://www.acalvio.com/blog/cyber-deception/agentic-misalignment-and-defensive-countermeasures-analysis-of-the-hugging-face-security-incident/) Lessons from the Hugging Face security incident on agentic misalignment and how deception-based controls counter AI-driven attack paths. ### [Why AI Is Critical for Cyber Deception Technology](https://www.acalvio.com/blog/cyber-deception/why-ai-is-important-for-deception-and-how-acalvio-uses-ai/) AI makes cyber deception smarter and more realistic. See how Acalvio uses AI to create high-fidelity decoys and deliver precision enterprise threat detection. ### [Deception Technology in the Endpoint Security Reference Architecture.](https://www.acalvio.com/blog/cyber-deception/the-role-of-deception-technology-in-the-endpoint-security-reference-architecture/) Gartner's 2024 endpoint security architecture positions deception as a peri-execution detection layer. Here's what that means - and where EDR alone falls short. ### [Preemptive Defense: Why SAP Security Needs It](https://www.acalvio.com/blog/cyber-deception/beyond-patching-why-preemptive-defense-is-essential-to-secure-sap/) Patching SAP vulnerabilities isn't enough. Discover why preemptive deception-based defense is essential to protect SAP environments from advanced adversaries. ### [Identity-based attacks: types and mechanisms](https://www.acalvio.com/blog/identity-security/identity-based-attacks/) Identity-based attacks target service accounts, cached credentials and weak policy. See the seven reasons attackers now focus on identity. ### [Acalvio & CrowdStrike: Identity Security Tokens](https://www.acalvio.com/blog/identity-security/acalvio-crowdstrike-boost-identity-security-with-honeytokens/) Acalvio & CrowdStrike enhance identity security with honey accounts & honeytokens - faster detection & response to identity attacks across enterprises. ### [Protecting Active Directory: proactive strategies](https://www.acalvio.com/blog/active-directory-protection/protecting-active-directory-proactive-cybersecurity-strategies/) Active Directory compromises use legitimate functionality, so logs rarely show them. See how canary objects detect the compromise itself. ### [AI-Powered Ransomware C&C Detection Using Machine Learning](https://www.acalvio.com/blog/ransomware/ransomware-command-and-control-detection-using-machine-learning/) Machine learning can flag ransomware C&C domains by their DNS fingerprint. See how the classifier works and where it fits in AI-powered security today. ### [Enterprise honeytokens vs canary tokens for ITDR](https://www.acalvio.com/honeytokens/enterprise-honeytokens-vs-canary-tokens-choosing-honeytoken-solutions-for-itdr/) Compare enterprise honeytoken platforms with free canary tokens on automation, rotation, and identity threat detection fit. ### [Deception Technology Buyer's Guide: 10 Selection Criteria](https://www.acalvio.com/agentic-ai-security/deception-technology-buyers-guide-10-selection-criteria/) Ten selection criteria for choosing a deception technology platform-deployment, scale, integrations and ROI. Read the guide. ### [Deception Tech in Healthcare: When Devices Go Bad](https://www.acalvio.com/blog/cyber-deception/deception-technology-in-healthcare-when-good-medical-devices-go-bad/) Learn how Acalvio's Deception solution can help protect healthcare organizations from cyber attacks on medical devices and enhance their security. ## Glossary Definitions of the terms Acalvio's platform and research address. Full index: https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/ ### [A Beginner's Guide to Phishing](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/a-beginners-guide-to-phishing-acalvio/) Learn about phishing attacks, their various forms, and how they impact organizations. Get practical safety tips to protect yourself from phishing threats. ### [Apex Predators and Their Importance](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/apex-predators-and-their-importance-acalvio/) Learn about Apex Predators in cybersecurity and their significance in today's threat landscape. ### [Blue Teaming for Cyber Defense Operations](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/blue-teaming-for-cyber-defense-operations-acalvio/) Learn what blue teaming is, the objectives of a blue team, & how this defensive cybersecurity approach strengthens an organization's overall security posture. ### [What Is a Canary Token? Enterprise Detection Guide](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/canary-tokens/) Canary tokens detect threats in minutes, not days. Guide: 8 token types, 13 MITRE ATT&CK techniques, NIST SC-26 compliance, and when to scale. ### [Cyber Deception in Modern Security](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/cyber-deception-in-modern-security-acalvio/) Learn what cyber deception is, how this proactive strategy uses deceptive elements to divert attackers, & why deception strengthens enterprise security. ### [What is Cyber Insurance?](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/cyber-insurance/) Safeguard your business from cyber threats with all-in-one cyber insurance coverage. Learn how the right cyber insurance can protect your company!. ### [What is Cyberwarfare? Types of attacks and examples](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/cyberwarfare/) Learn what cyberwarfare is, how nation-state actors use digital attacks for espionage & sabotage, & how organizations defend against nation-state threats. ### [What is Deception Technology?](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/deception-technology/) Understand deception technology and its role in modern cybersecurity strategies. ### [Defining Threat Hunting in Security](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/defining-threat-hunting-in-security-acalvio/) Learn what threat hunting is, explore proactive detection best practices, & discover how automation & tools improve your security team's outcomes. ### [Effective Incident Response in Cybersecurity](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/effective-incident-response-in-cybersecurity-acalvio/) Learn what incident response is & the structured steps organizations follow to manage & mitigate the impact of cybersecurity incidents before damage. ### [What is a Honeypot in Cybersecurity? [Types and Benefits]](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/honeypot/) Learn what honeypots are and how they enhance cybersecurity. ### [Understanding Honeytokens: Functions and Different Types](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/honeytoken/) Learn what honeytokens are, how these deceptive artifacts detect breaches & track malicious activity, & how Acalvio uses them for enterprise security. ### [Identity and Access Management (IAM)](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/identity-and-access-management-iam/) Identity and Access Management (IAM) secures identities, ensures compliance, and reduces cyber risks. Learn about benefits and implementation. Read now!. ### [Introduction to Zero-Day Attacks](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/introduction-to-zero-day-attacks-acalvio/) Learn what zero-day attacks are, how they exploit unknown vulnerabilities, & the strategies organizations use to detect & defend against these threats. ### [What is an Intrusion Prevention System?](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/intrusion-prevention-system/) Learn how Intrusion Prevention Systems protect networks by detecting & blocking threats in real time. ### [What is Lateral Movement? Identification & Prevention](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/lateral-movement/) Learn what lateral movement is in cyberattacks, stages, threats, and prevention strategies to safeguard your network from advanced attacks. ### [Log4Shell: How It Affects Your Systems](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/log4shell-how-it-affects-your-systems-acalvio/) Learn about Log4Shell and its impact. Protect your systems from Log4Shell with practical security tips. Learn more!. ### [What Is Network Perimeter Security? Definition](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/perimeter-security/) Network perimeter security protects a company's network boundaries from unauthorized access and threats. Learn more about perimeter defense here!. ### [Enhance Security with Purple Teaming](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/purple-teaming/) Learn what purple teaming is, how it combines red & blue team efforts, & why this collaborative approach leads to stronger enterprise cyber defenses. ### [Ransomware Threats and How to Avoid Them](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/ransomware-threats-and-how-to-avoid-them-acalvio/) Learn what ransomware is, how it works, the types of attacks, & best practices organizations use to prevent & respond to ransomware threats effectively. ### [What Is Reconnaissance in Cybersecurity?](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/reconnaissance/) Learn what reconnaissance is in cybersecurity, explore its various types and techniques, and discover effective preventive steps to safeguard your systems. ### [Red Teaming to Uncover Security Gaps](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/red-teaming-to-uncover-security-gaps-acalvio/) Learn what red teaming is, how security experts simulate cyberattacks to uncover gaps, & best practices for running effective red team exercises at scale. ### [What is a Security Operations Center?](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/security-operations-center/) A Security Operations Center (SOC) provides real-time monitoring to protect your organization from cyber threats. Read More!. ### [Spear Phishing Attacks and How to Prevent Them](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/spear-phishing-attacks-and-how-to-prevent-them-acalvio/) Get a clear definition of spear phishing, learn how it works, see real examples, & discover preventive steps to protect against these targeted attacks. ### [Understanding Trojan Horse Virus](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/trojan-horse-virus/) A Trojan horse virus hides behind legitimate software to infiltrate your system. ### [Understanding Data Breaches and Their Impact](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/understanding-data-breaches-and-their-impact-acalvio/) A data breach occurs when unauthorized individuals or entities gain access to sensitive or confidential information. Learn more about data breaches here!. ### [Understanding Malware and Its Risks](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/understanding-malware-and-its-risks-acalvio/) What does malware do? Find out examples, learn how to check for it, and discover the best methods to remove malware from your devices. Check now!. ### [Understanding Privilege Escalation](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/understanding-privilege-escalation-acalvio/) Learn about Privilege Escalation, its functions, types, prevention methods, and examples. Understand how to secure systems against unauthorized access. ### [What is a Botnet? Types and How to Prevent Attack](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/what-is-a-botnet-types-and-how-to-prevent-attack-acalvio/) Learn what a botnet is, how compromised device networks enable cyberattacks, types of botnet threats, & how to detect & prevent botnet activity effectively. ### [What is Active Directory](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/what-is-active-directory-acalvio/) Active Directory is a repository for information about various network entities such as users, computers, groups, etc. Learn more!. ### [What Are Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs)?](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/what-is-apts-acalvio/) Learn about advanced persistent threat groups, their targets, how they differ from ransomware, & best practices to protect against sustained APT campaigns. ### [What is Cloud Security](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/what-is-cloud-security-acalvio/) Discover the essentials of cloud security: explore types, pillars, challenges, threats, and benefits to safeguard your data in the cloud. Read now!. ### [What is Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures(CVE)](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/what-is-common-vulnerabilities-and-exposurescve-acalvio/) CVE stands for Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures. It is a list of known security flaws, essential for protecting your online presence. Read now!. ### [What is Cybersecurity and Why It Matters ?](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/what-is-cybersecurity-and-why-it-matters-acalvio/) Learn the essentials of cybersecurity - key strategies, common threats, & best practices for protecting digital assets & ensuring secure operations. ### [What is DDoS Attack?](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/what-is-ddos-attack-acalvio/) Learn what a DDoS attack is, how these attacks overwhelm networks & disrupt services, & mitigation strategies that protect organizations from disruption. ### [What is Honey Account](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/what-is-honey-account-acalvio/) Learn what a honey account is, how decoy accounts capture attacker activity, & how organizations use them to detect identity threats & credential abuse. ### [What Is Identity in Cybersecurity?](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/what-is-identity-in-cybersecurity-acalvio/) Explore the concept of identity in cybersecurity and its impact on threat detection and response. Read more in our glossary today!. ### [What is Identity Protection? What You Need to Know](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/what-is-identity-protection-what-you-need-to-know-acalvio/) Learn about identity protection, secure your identity, and discover the best practices and services for protecting your identity. ### [What Is ITDR and How Does It Work?](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/what-is-itdr-and-how-does-it-work-acalvio/) Learn what ITDR is, how identity threat detection & response works, & how it helps organizations mitigate threats to user identities & credentials. ### [What is Kerberoasting Attack](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/what-is-kerberoasting-attack-acalvio/) Learn what Kerberoasting is, how attackers exploit Kerberos tickets to crack passwords, & best strategies to detect & prevent identity-targeting attacks. ### [What is Key Assets in an Enterprise Network](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/what-is-key-assets-in-an-enterprise-network-acalvio/) Key assets play a vital role within an enterprise, serving as the foundation of its technological capabilities and digital operations. Learn more here!. ### [What is Multi Factor Authentication(MFA)](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/what-is-multi-factor-authenticationmfa-acalvio/) Explore how Multi-Factor Authentication enhances security, prevents unauthorized access, & ensures compliance. Discover MFA types & best practices. ### [What is Privileged Access Management (PAM)](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/what-is-privileged-access-management-pam-acalvio/) Privileged Access Management (PAM) secures sensitive accounts, manages credentials, and reduces cyber risks. Learn key benefits, types, and best practices. ### [What is Threat Detection in Cybersecurity](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/what-is-threat-detection-in-cybersecurity-acalvio/) Discover what threat detection is, its functions, tools, and the challenges of organizations. Learn how to protect against evolving threats. ### [What You Should Know About Hackers ?](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/what-you-should-know-about-hackers-acalvio/) Learn about hackers, their types, tools, and the impact of hacking. Discover practical tips to protect yourself and your organization from online hackers. ### [Why OT Security Matters](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/why-ot-security-matters-acalvio/) Learn what OT security is, its unique risks, how it differs from IT security, & established standards for safeguarding industrial control systems effectively. ### [Zero-Trust Architecture Meaning & Overview](https://www.acalvio.com/resources/glossary/zero-trust-architecture-meaning-overview-acalvio/) Learn what Zero Trust Architecture is, how it challenges perimeter security, how it works in practice, & why it's essential for modern enterprise defense.