Cortex Is the First SOC Platform to Achieve FedRAMP High Authorization

We are excited to announce that Palo Alto Networks Cortex™ has achieved FedRAMP High Authorization, marking a significant milestone for government security operations. As the first and only AI-driven SOC platform to secure FedRAMP High Authorization, Cortex empowers federal agencies with industry-leading capabilities to protect their most critical missions.

The Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) standardizes the assessment, authorization and continuous monitoring of cloud services, ensuring agencies have access to secure, compliant solutions. Achieving FedRAMP High Authorization demonstrates Cortex’s ability to meet the most stringent security requirements, enabling government agencies to adopt cutting-edge technologies while safeguarding sensitive, unclassified data.

FedRAMP High Vs. FedRAMP Moderate

FedRAMP impact levels define the level of risk a breach would pose to the confidentiality, integrity and availability of data. While FedRAMP Moderate applies to systems handling sensitive but not classified information, FedRAMP High is designed for systems managing highly sensitive data, such as that used in law enforcement, emergency services and healthcare.

With its authorization uplift from Moderate to High, Cortex provides federal agencies with a trusted platform capable of securing the most sensitive workloads, ensuring compliance while delivering faster, more precise threat detection and response.

Cortex is proud to achieve FedRAMP High Authorization, a milestone that reinforces our leadership in security operations. This achievement empowers federal agencies to modernize their SOCs with the confidence that Cortex delivers unmatched detection, automation and compliance capabilities to protect their most critical missions.

– Gonen Fink
SVP, Cortex & Prisma Cloud

Securing Mission-Critical Government SOCs with AI-Driven Security Operations

Cortex aligns with Executive Order 14028, ‘Improving the Nation’s Cybersecurity,’ by automating threat management, reducing manual intervention and delivering unmatched operational efficiency. The platform’s FedRAMP High Authorization further underscores its ability to secure mission-critical government workloads while ensuring compliance with federal requirements.

Key Features for Government Agencies:

• Integrated SOC Capabilities – Cortex unifies key functions, such as EDR, SIEM, SOAR and ASM into a single platform, eliminating silos and simplifying workflows.
• Unmatched Real Time Threat Detection – AI-powered analytics provide SOCs with unparalleled visibility across clouds and endpoints and deliver the industry-highest 100% detection rate.
• Fully Integrated Automation – Industry-leading SOAR capabilities reduce alert fatigue and enhance operational efficiency by eliminating up to 75% of manual workflows.
• FedRAMP High Certification – Ensures Cortex meets the rigorous security and compliance requirements for government agencies managing highly sensitive data.
• Accelerated SOC Transformation – Trusted guidance, threat intelligence and tailored security strategies from Unit 42’s elite team of cybersecurity professionals.

Transforming Security Operations with Cortex

• Threat Detection & Response – Cortex XDR leads the market with unmatched detection and prevention capabilities, achieving the industry-leading 100% detection in MITRE ATT&CK Evaluations.
• Security Automation – Cortex XSOAR accelerates security operations with playbooks and real-time collaboration tools.
• Attack Surface Management – Cortex Xpanse proactively identifies and mitigates risks across exposed assets, ensuring a reduced attack surface.
• Unified SOC Operations – Cortex XSIAM integrates advanced SOC functions like XDR, SIEM, SOAR and ASM, enabling real-time threat visibility and streamlined workflows.
• Shift from Reactive to Proactive – Elevate your defenses and empower your team with a Unit 42 Public Sector Expertise On-Demand Subscription, Proactive Services, Managed Services and Incident Response.