Falco
Open SourceFundedReal-time cloud native runtime security and threat detection tool
About Falco
Falco is an open source cloud native security solution designed to provide runtime security across hosts, containers, Kubernetes, and cloud environments. It leverages Linux kernel events and eBPF technology to detect abnormal behavior, potential security threats, and compliance violations in real time. Falco enriches event data with contextual metadata and supports custom rules and plugins to monitor various cloud services, enabling comprehensive threat detection and regulatory compliance.
Targeted at enterprises operating cloud native infrastructures, Falco offers a scalable and extensible security layer that integrates seamlessly with Kubernetes and major cloud platforms such as GKE, EKS, and AKS. Its streaming detection approach minimizes storage costs and complexity while enabling immediate response to security incidents. Falco’s open source nature allows for easy auditing, customization, and integration with over 50 third-party SIEM and data lake systems, making it a reliable choice for organizations seeking transparent and adaptable runtime security solutions.
Key Capabilities
- ✓Real-time threat detection across hosts and containers
- ✓eBPF-based monitoring of system activity
- ✓Integration with Kubernetes and cloud services
- ✓Customizable rule-based detection engine
- ✓Forwarding alerts to 50+ third-party systems
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