A soldier wearing complete body armor—helmet, ballistic vest, arm guards, knee and elbow pads—gets hit by a slingshot. Ironically, despite being designed to withstand bullets, if the components of the armor are not seamlessly integrated, they can create gaps that even a slingshot could exploit. Similarly, organizations may invest in cybersecurity solutions like next-generation firewalls, which are effective against sophisticated threats such as zero-day exploits. However, if these solutions do not integrate seamlessly, they can leave gaps in the attack surface—one that is rapidly expanding with the adoption of cloud services, IoT, and remote work. As a result, the organization becomes vulnerable to even less sophisticated threats, such as password spraying.
Balázs Nagy, co-founder and CEO of NewPush, sheds light on why different cybersecurity solutions do not gel well. He notes, “The cybersecurity field is still in its infancy. Without a commonly accepted ontology, cybersecurity solution vendors often pull in different directions, creating dangerous gaps—blind spots that attackers can easily exploit. This is why even organizations investing millions in cybersecurity solutions remain vulnerable to less sophisticated attacks.”
NewPush has developed an innovative solution to address the challenges of fragmentation and lack of standardization in the cybersecurity space. Built around the Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM) model proposed by Gartner®, the NewPush Platform™ streams data in a vendor-agnostic, bidirectional manner. This approach ensures organizations have full visibility and control over their entire attack surface, effectively eliminating unknown security gaps. The platform merges IT security controls and regulatory compliance posture, solving interoperability issues by normalizing multiple tools into a single data ontology and providing automated visualization of changes.
“NewPush is transforming cybersecurity from a collection of disparate solutions into a coherent, integrated defense system. NewPush is not just protecting organizations – it’s helping to mature the entire cybersecurity field,” says Nagy.
The NewPush Platform™ proves particularly effective in the higher education sector, where the attack surface is considerably large. With thousands of students, teachers, and administrators using both personal and school-provided devices to access applications related to curriculum, assessments, and even processing fees online, security challenges are heightened. NewPush’s sweet spot is serving institutions with 20,000 to 100,000 students and SMBs in the $8 to $50 million range, where its CTEM methodology scales effectively regardless of organization size.
A representative success story comes from a university in Peru with over 120,000 students, 15,000 staff members, and 1,500 sensitive assets, including databases and critical applications. At that scale, even with investments in best-of-breed technologies, security gaps persisted due to the complexity of the environment. After deploying the NewPush Platform™, the university found issues in mapping the assets and eliminated blind spots. For the first time, the full application stack was visible coherently to IT Operations, IT Security, and IT Compliance, leading to improved security and an 80% cost reduction in compliance activities.
Fortifying the Attack Surface with Additional Cybersecurity Solutions and Education
NewPush’s comprehensive solution suite includes:
The Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) integrates network security, cloud security, and identity management, providing secure access to applications and data from any location and device.
Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Identity Governance Administration (IGA) solutions simplify user access and provisioning through predictive and autonomous governance. These solutions offer robust user identity management and access control, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and prevent unauthorized data access.
Additional cybersecurity services include IAM program design and implementation, data protection and compliance services, and 24/7 incident response and digital forensics support.
Beyond its role as a security provider, NewPush is deeply committed to advancing the cybersecurity field through education and collaboration. The company offers four comprehensive university-level cybersecurity curricula, helping to equip the next generation of professionals with the skills they need. Additionally, NewPush hosts an annual international symposium on cybersecurity and AI, known as BAISS.org, which fosters global discussions and knowledge exchange on these critical topics. For hands-on learning, NewPush also provides a free lab environment at labs.newpush.com, allowing individuals to gain practical experience and further develop their skills.
NewPush is transforming cybersecurity from a collection of disparate solutions into a coherent, integrated defense system. NewPush is not just protecting organizations – it’s helping to mature the entire cybersecurity field.
Why Choose NewPush?
In a highly competitive cybersecurity landscape, NewPush has established a distinct identity through over two decades of experience and its innovative NewPush Platform™. The company’s proven track record in helping thousands of higher education institutions secure their attack surfaces speaks volumes.
This success is rooted in a customer-centric approach, offering tailored solutions designed to meet the unique needs of diverse industries. Further solidifying its position as an industry leader, NewPush is at the forefront of integrating AI with cybersecurity, driving innovation to stay ahead of emerging threats.
“Organizations trust NewPush to be a reliable partner in the fight against cybercriminals, knowing they can depend on its effective and forward-thinking solutions to safeguard their operations,” states Nagy.
Casting NewPush’s Cybersecurity Net Wider: Expanding Locations and Enhancing Solutions
NewPush’s vision for the future is driven by strategic growth, enhanced services, and a commitment to innovation and education. The company is deepening its market presence in key strategic regions through its established operations in the Denver Metro area, Santiago Metropolitan Region, and Budapest Metropolitan Area. These regional hubs serve as centers of excellence for their respective markets in North America, Latin America, and Europe, allowing NewPush to provide enhanced local support and forge stronger regional partnerships. With a particular focus on strengthening university partnerships in these regions, NewPush is positioned to integrate cutting-edge research and drive advancements in cybersecurity while maintaining deep connections with local educational institutions and business communities.
To address emerging threats, NewPush is enhancing its solutions and expanding service features and functionalities through its NewPush Labs. The company is also introducing new managed security services built on its platform, ensuring organizations are better equipped to handle the evolving threat landscape.
Beyond services, NewPush continues to invest in R&D through collaboration with the National Science Foundation. These efforts are complemented by strategic partnerships with higher education institutions, aimed at developing cybersecurity talent through university-based educational programs. This holistic approach underscores NewPush’s dedication to not only safeguarding organizations but also fostering innovation and empowering the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.
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