UpGuard

UpGuard Inc. is a cybersecurity company that offers a comprehensive platform for assessing and managing cyber risk. Its key product, the CyberSecurity Threat Assessment Report (CSTAR), evaluates an organization's IT infrastructure both internally and externally, providing a clear risk score that helps IT and executive teams understand their vulnerability to data breaches. The platform includes solutions for integrity monitoring, configuration differencing, advanced vulnerability analytics, and automated runbook generation, enabling clients to spot and remediate issues proactively. UpGuard's technology scans servers, network devices, and cloud environments, documenting configuration states and analyzing changes over time for compliance and risk management. Many organizations, including notable companies like ADP and Cisco Systems, utilize UpGuard to enhance their cybersecurity posture, streamline auditing processes, and secure cybersecurity insurance. Founded in 2012 and based in Mountain View, California, UpGuard was formerly known as ScriptRock Inc. before rebranding in 2016.