Data-driven cloud security firm Lacework has unveiled - Lacework AI Assist - a genAI innovative assistant offering enterprise clients a unique way to interact with the Lacework platform by delivering tailored insights for investigating and addressing proactive and reactive alerts. This functionality extends the influence of existing security teams, streamlining stronger collaboration with DevOps units and contributing to improved hiring and retention outcomes.
Lacework AI Assist is designed to meet analysts at their proficiency level, simplifying the navigation of security issues in intricate cloud environments. Beyond saving time for security teams in threat investigations, it significantly boosts the efficiency of cloud Security Operations Centers (SOCs) by furnishing personalized guidance for issue resolution.
"Generative AI was a natural progression for us to build on the deep machine learning capabilities that are at the core of the Lacework platform's anomaly detection. Our customers can use Lacework to secure themselves against potential generative AI threats, as well as use generative AI assistance to better understand the risks and threats in their cloud environments. Utilizing Amazon Bedrock to do just that is an exciting technical win," said Adam Leftik, Vice President, Product, Lacework.
Lacework's assistive experience streamlines the comprehension and handling of compliance alerts, fostering a proactive risk management culture. Additionally, these capabilities help SOCs and security experts enhance credibility with developers by guiding them through the establishment of technical context, thereby streamlining the development process in the cloud.
Dealing with known and unknown threats
In the realm of trending generative AI tools, what makes them effective is their ability to work with data, and Lacework stands out with its unique architecture, adept at handling vast volumes, high velocities, and diverse types of cloud data for detecting both known and unknown threats. By combining insights derived from Lacework Polygraph machine learning with the assistive capabilities of LLMs, customers gain a distinctive advantage, achieving superior outcomes.
A commitment to Private by Design solutions was paramount in crafting the Lacework assistive experience. Stringent measures have been implemented to safeguard customer data, ensuring that it remains secure.
AWS integration
Lacework has elevated its capabilities by integrating with Amazon Bedrock, a fully managed service by Amazon Web Services (AWS) that provides access to foundational AI models from leading companies, including Amazon, through APIs. This integration strengthens the collaboration between Lacework and AWS, enabling Lacework to explore diverse models for optimal customer experiences.
Additionally, Lacework has earned the AWS Built-in Competency designation, affirming its status as an AWS Partner. This recognition signifies that Lacework delivers solutions that seamlessly install, configure, and integrate with key AWS services. Employing a well-architected Modular Code Repository (MCR) in an automated deployment package validated by AWS experts, Lacework enhances the customer's time-to-value, solidifying its position as a trusted and proficient partner within the AWS ecosystem.
