Gain deep runtime visibility, detect threats, and enforce Zero Trust policies across your dynamic cloud-native infrastructure.
What is CWPP?
A Cloud Workload Protection Platform (CWPP) is designed to safeguard workloads running in cloud environments, regardless of the underlying technology. This includes containers, VMs, and serverless functions. CWPP focuses on runtime threat detection, vulnerability management, and enforcing security policies at the workload level.
As cloud-native apps evolve rapidly, traditional security tools fall short of protecting ephemeral workloads. CWPPs like AccuKnox provide continuous protection that adapts to the scale and complexity of modern cloud environments.
Why CWPP Matters Today
Cloud workloads are increasingly distributed and transient, making them prime targets for advanced threats:
- Sophisticated runtime attacks such as process injection and privilege escalation
- Misconfigurations leading to unauthorised access
- Vulnerability exploitation in container images or serverless code
- Difficulty tracking workload activity across multi-cloud and hybrid deployments
AccuKnox CWPP closes these gaps by offering real-time visibility, Zero Trust enforcement, and automated threat prevention.
AccuKnox CWPP: Key Capabilities
- Runtime Threat Detection
Monitor workload behaviour in real time to detect suspicious processes, network activity, and file operations.
- Zero Trust Policy Enforcement
Leverage eBPF-based controls to enforce least-privilege access and isolate workloads effectively.
- Vulnerability and Configuration Scanning
Identify vulnerabilities in container images and workloads before deployment and continuously during runtime.
- Incident Response and Forensics
Get detailed insights and audit trails to investigate and respond to security incidents quickly.
- Multi-Cloud and Hybrid Support
Protect workloads running anywhere—public cloud, private cloud, or on-premises.
Why AccuKnox CWPP?
AccuKnox combines cutting-edge open-source technology with enterprise-grade security to deliver:
- eBPF-powered deep visibility with minimal performance overhead
- Integrated Zero Trust enforcement, ensuring least privilege at runtime
- Continuous vulnerability scanning combined with runtime threat detection
- Seamless multi-cloud and hybrid environment support
- Open-source foundations for transparency and flexibility
How to Get Started with CWPP
- Connect your cloud workloads and container environments
- Deploy AccuKnox agents for runtime visibility and enforcement
- Define and apply Zero Trust policies across workloads
- Continuously scan for vulnerabilities and monitor threats
- Investigate incidents quickly using rich telemetry and logs
CWPP Use Cases
- Detect zero-day exploits in containerised applications
- Enforce least privilege and micro-segmentation between workloads
- Monitor serverless functions for suspicious activity
- Manage vulnerabilities across multi-cloud environments
- Provide audit trails for compliance and forensic analysis
