Palo Alto Networks recently unveiled new AI-powered assistant tools aimed at simplifying the workload of cybersecurity teams through automation.
The trio of assistants, named Strata, Prisma Cloud, and Cortex, are designed to streamline security operations by automating routine tasks.
Security analysts can interact with these assistants using natural language to uncover and analyze security threats. They can also seek assistance in understanding their business' security environments, configuring settings, and visualizing related threat activities.
These assistant tools leverage Precision AI, Palo Alto Networks' proprietary technology that combines generative AI with machine learning and deep learning. According to the company, this integration enables the automation of complex tasks via a natural language interface.
Lee Klarich, Palo Alto Networks’ chief product officer, emphasized the potential of generative AI in driving actions beyond providing answers. He stated, "By combining generative AI with other key technologies, we've improved precision and enabled actionability... radically improving security team productivity and security outcomes."
Each assistant caters to specific platforms: Strata Copilot for Strata Network Security, Prisma Cloud Copilot for Prisma Cloud, and Cortex Copilot for Cortex XSIAM. They offer support for various applications and tasks, such as risk prioritization and threat detection.
Currently, all three copilots are available in private preview, allowing selected users to test their functionalities.
Scott Moser, chief information and security officer at Sabre, praised the potential of generative AI in enhancing security team effectiveness. He noted, "The ability for more team members to query firewalls and all of the security tools using a natural language interface is extremely valuable in ensuring a very quick response to security threats."
Palo Alto Networks' introduction of AI-powered assistant tools marks a significant advancement in cybersecurity automation, aiming to empower security teams with enhanced productivity and effectiveness.
