Acalvio's Approach to Active Cyber Defense

This technical report outlines Acalvio Technologies' approach to active cyber defense through the use of deception technology, specifically honey tokens. It explains how these tools can effectively detect and engage attackers while protecting enterprise assets. The report discusses the challenges faced in deploying decoys and how Acalvio addresses these issues by creating digital tripwires that simulate legitimate systems. The document defines active defense as a proactive strategy that encompasses various methodologies and tools aimed at preventing attacks before they cause harm. Acalvio's core technology features, including advanced deception technology, AI-powered detection, and scalable deployment, are detailed. The report also highlights the benefits of Acalvio's active defense, such as early threat detection, reduced false positives, enhanced threat intelligence, cost efficiency, and alignment with Zero Trust principles. Additionally, it presents Acalvio's methodology for deploying deception technologies, emphasizing the importance of a structured approach to enhance cybersecurity posture.