Rapid7 announced an expansion of its MXDR service to provide enriched cloud detection and response capabilities for customers operating on AWS. This enhancement integrates cloud native telemetry with AWS security telemetry, optimizing threat detection and remediation processes through the Rapid7 Command Platform.

With over two million companies employing AWS for cloud computing, the demand for robust security solutions is paramount. Rapid7’s MXDR offers 24/7 monitoring, tailored threat detection, and streamlined incident response, designed to mitigate the complexities associated with managing diverse security tools.

“Rapid7’s MXDR support for AWS provides organizations with a comprehensive approach to securing their cloud environments, which is critical for security teams working to manage, prioritize, and respond to risk across their entire attack surface,” said Craig Adams, chief product officer at Rapid7. The support includes: This addition strengthens Rapid7's capabilities alongside other major cloud providers, such as Azure and Google Cloud, while also integrating with existing customer tech stacks, including Microsoft security tools.

• Enhanced Threat Detection and Contextualized Alerts: This feature correlates AWS telemetry with global threat intelligence, enabling the identification of sophisticated attacks.
• Proactive Threat Hunting and 24/7 Monitoring: Rapid7’s Security Operations Center continuously investigates alerts, improving detection times and reducing operational burdens.
• Cloud Identity and Privilege Monitoring: This monitors for anomalous behaviors and privileges to prevent unauthorized access.
• AI-Assisted Context: Provides enriched cloud alerts with risk-aware context to facilitate quicker incident response.