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Defendify vs VulnCheck

Defendify sells a cybersecurity platform designed for IT teams. VulnCheck sells a Cyber Threat Intelligence platform that provides exploit and vulnerability intelligence for prioritizing and remediating vulnerabilities. CISO Tribune files both under Vulnerability management. This page sets the two records side by side: what each sells, where it is based, who owns and funds it, the customers it names and its recent news, each fact numbered to its source.

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  • Defendify
  • VulnCheck
Defendify vs VulnCheck: Products, Customers and Funding Compared
DefendifyDefendify sells a cybersecurity platform designed for IT teams.defendify.comVulnCheckVulnCheck sells a Cyber Threat Intelligence platform that provides exploit and vulnerability intelligence for prioritizing and remediating vulnerabilities.vulncheck.com
What it sells
  • Phishing Simulations[1][5]Ongoing, automated, unannounced phishing email campaigns that test a team's reflexes.
  • Cybersecurity Service Warranty[1]Up to $1,000,000 in financial assistance for qualified cyber events.
  • Exploit & Vulnerability Intelligence[1][4][5][10][11][15]Early access to new vulnerability information not found in the NVD, with dozens of unique fields.
  • Initial Access Intelligence[1][5][8]In-house developed exploit PoCs, packet captures and Suricata signatures for initial access vulnerabilities.
  • VulnCheck for Government[16]Features, functionality and data available only to Government partners.
Categories
Headquarters
Not stated on its pagesLexington, United States[3]
Founded
Not stated on its pagesNot stated on its pages
Ownership and funding
Not stated on its pagesPrivately held[2]
Named customers
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Recent news
  • August 11, 2026Defendify was named to the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies for the third consecutive year.[12]
  • February 17, 2026VulnCheck announced it raised $25 million in new funding to scale its growth and expand its intelligence capabilities.[19]
  • February 17, 2026VulnCheck announced a $25 million Series B round led by Sorenson Capital, with National Grid Partners and existing investors also taking part.[12]
  • February 17, 2026Axios reported that VulnCheck raised a $25 million Series B round led by Sorenson Capital.[14]
  • December 8, 2025VulnCheck announced two executive hires: Mike Price as Vice President of Product & Engineering and Jon Loehr as Vice President of Finance.[13]
G2 and Gartner Peer Insights
  • G2: Not stated on its pages
  • Gartner Peer Insights: Not stated on its pages
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  • Gartner Peer Insights: Not stated on its pages
Who it fits
Defendify states that it makes stronger cybersecurity possible for all organizations. Its partner program is designed for MSPs, MSSPs, VARs, GRC, security integrators, systems contractors, consultants, and industry associations and organizations. Defendify is a software as a service product, and discounts may be available for certain groups, such as non-profit organizations and associations. Defendify states that some customers continue to use products from other providers while some aim to streamline vendors and transition more fully to Defendify.Not written yet
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November 11, 2026November 2, 2026

Where they overlap

  • Defendify and VulnCheck are both filed under Vulnerability management.

Where they differ, field by field

  • Defendify's primary category is Managed security service providers; VulnCheck's is Threat intelligence.
  • Defendify is also filed under Security awareness training and MDR and managed SOC.
  • Defendify lists Phishing Simulations and Cybersecurity Service Warranty. VulnCheck lists Exploit & Vulnerability Intelligence, Initial Access Intelligence and VulnCheck for Government.
  • VulnCheck is headquartered in Lexington, United States.
  • VulnCheck is privately held.

What it sells: Defendify

What Phishing Simulations does[1][5]
Defendify runs ongoing, automated, unannounced phishing email campaigns to test teams' reflexes. Those who take the bait are spot trained at the point of failure, and regular reporting helps to gauge retention and monitor training performance.
What Cybersecurity Service Warranty does[1]
The Defendify Cybersecurity Service Warranty provides up to $1,000,000 in financial assistance for qualified cyber events. The Defendify Cybersecurity Service Warranty is subject to terms and qualifying customers.

What it sells: VulnCheck

What Exploit & Vulnerability Intelligence does[1][4][5][10][11][15]
Exploit & Vulnerability Intelligence is offered for decisions on which vulnerabilities need immediate remediation. It gives early access to new vulnerability information not found in the NVD, along with dozens of unique fields. It includes an exploitation timeline covering when a vulnerability was first disclosed, when evidence of exploitation was first discovered and when it was remediated.
What Initial Access Intelligence does[1][5][8]
VulnCheck develops exploit PoCs, packet captures, and Suricata signatures in house. They are used to defend against initial access vulnerabilities.
What VulnCheck for Government does[16]
VulnCheck for Government includes features, functionality and data. They are available only to VulnCheck's Government partners.

Questions about Defendify and VulnCheck

What do Defendify and VulnCheck sell?
Defendify sells Phishing Simulations and Cybersecurity Service Warranty. VulnCheck sells Exploit & Vulnerability Intelligence, Initial Access Intelligence and VulnCheck for Government.
Are Defendify and VulnCheck in the same category?
They share Vulnerability management. Defendify's primary category is Managed security service providers and VulnCheck's is Threat intelligence.
Where are Defendify and VulnCheck headquartered?
VulnCheck is headquartered in Lexington, United States.
Who owns Defendify and VulnCheck?
VulnCheck is privately held.
Who are Defendify and VulnCheck sold to?
Defendify states that it makes stronger cybersecurity possible for all organizations.
What have Defendify and VulnCheck announced recently?
August 11, 2026: Defendify was named to the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies for the third consecutive year. February 17, 2026: VulnCheck announced it raised $25 million in new funding to scale its growth and expand its intelligence capabilities.

About Defendify

Defendify sells a cybersecurity platform designed for IT teams. The Defendify layered cybersecurity solution covers people, process, and technology with 3 layers of protection and 13 modules in 1 platform. Defendify sells an All-In-One Cybersecurity® package with 13 modules across three layers of security.[1][2][3][4][5]

Defendify offers a solution for active monitoring, detection, containment, and response to cybersecurity threats and incidents. Defendify offers a solution for setting clear expectations and delivering ongoing cybersecurity education. Defendify offers a solution for identifying and addressing vulnerabilities across people, process, and technology. Defendify sells a package for 24/7 active monitoring and response, plus containment, by cybersecurity experts.[2][5]

On the detection and response side, Defendify provides managed security operations for active cybersecurity monitoring, detection, containment, and response. Defendify uses cybersecurity experts to identify suspicious activity and respond in real-time to contain attacks. Defendify provides a way to define and know roles, responsibilities, and next steps in the case of a cyberattack, breach, or incident. Defendify sends curated email alerts and notifications about critical vulnerabilities, important software patches, recent security incidents, and new and evolving attack methods.[1][4][6]

On the policies and training side, Defendify runs ongoing, automated, unannounced phishing email campaigns to test teams' reflexes, and spot trains those who take the bait at the point of failure. Defendify lets organizations customize that policy according to their legal, insurance, and compliance objectives. Defendify provides classroom-style cybersecurity video content covering cybersecurity fundamentals for current and new team members. Defendify provides cybersecurity microlearning videos and quizzes. Defendify has a library of graphics to promote cybersecurity awareness in physical and digital workspaces.[1][3][7]

On the assessments and testing side, Defendify provides a way to assess cyber strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement. Defendify runs simulated cyberattacks to uncover and prioritize network and security weaknesses for remediation. Defendify scans automatically to identify and prioritize vulnerabilities in an organization's network and systems. Defendify notifies teams when passwords for team members have been stolen and found listed in the dark web. Defendify runs automated website scanning to monitor website issues, vulnerabilities, and risks. The Defendify Cybersecurity Service Warranty provides up to $1,000,000 in financial assistance for qualified cyber events, and it is subject to terms and qualifying customers.[4][5][9]

Defendify is a software as a service (SaaS) product. Defendify pricing is based on the number of Defendify modules purchased, along with the number of associated assets to be protected. Defendify will customize a package to meet a customer's needs and budget. Defendify provides every customer a dedicated Customer Success Manager, initially to assist with onboarding and activation. Defendify's Success Manager conducts regular security meetings to review cybersecurity reports, recommendations, and opportunities for ongoing improvement.[5][10]

Defendify has a partner program for reselling cybersecurity and adding recurring revenue. Defendify designed the partner program for MSPs, MSSPs, VARs, GRC, Security Integrators, Systems Contractors, consultants, industry associations and organizations, and more. Defendify bills partners monthly for the number of organizations they protect and licenses their customers are using. Defendify is SOC 2 compliant. Defendify rebranded from Launch Security.[1][3][5][6][7][8][10][11]

Defendify on the record

Sources

Defendify full record

  1. [1]defendify.comDefendify · defendify.com · undated page, accessed November 11, 2026 · Tier A
  2. [2]All-In-One Cybersecurity® Platform | DefendifyDefendify · undated page, accessed November 11, 2026 · Tier A
  3. [3]Company | DefendifyDefendify · undated page, accessed November 11, 2026 · Tier A
  4. [4]Layered Security | DefendifyDefendify · undated page, accessed November 11, 2026 · Tier A
  5. [5]Pricing | DefendifyDefendify · undated page, accessed November 11, 2026 · Tier A
  6. [6]Stay Ahead of a Cyber Attack with Detection & Response | DefendifyDefendify · undated page, accessed November 11, 2026 · Tier A
  7. [7]Reinforce Cybersecurity Awareness with Policies & Training | DefendifyDefendify · undated page, accessed November 11, 2026 · Tier A
  8. [8]Defendify Essentials Package | DefendifyDefendify · undated page, accessed November 11, 2026 · Tier A
  9. [9]Cybersecurity Service Warranty | DefendifyDefendify · undated page, accessed November 11, 2026 · Tier A
  10. [10]Partner Program | DefendifyDefendify · undated page, accessed November 11, 2026 · Tier A
  11. [11]Security | DefendifyDefendify · undated page, accessed November 11, 2026 · Tier A
  12. [12]Defendify Earns Third Straight Inc. 5000 Honor by Making Enterprise-Grade Cybersecurity Accessible to All OrganizationsDefendify · published August 11, 2026 · Tier A

VulnCheck full record

  1. [1]vulncheck.comVulnCheck · vulncheck.com · undated page, accessed September 27, 2026 · Tier A
  2. [2]Series aVulnCheck · vulncheck.com · published March 18, 2025 · Tier A
  3. [3]PrivacyVulnCheck · vulncheck.com · undated page, accessed September 27, 2026 · Tier A
  4. [4]Introduction - VulnCheck DocsVulnCheck · undated page, accessed October 30, 2026 · Tier A
  5. [5]VulnCheck - Outpace AdversariesVulnCheck · undated page, accessed October 30, 2026 · Tier A
  6. [6]Canary Intelligence - VulnCheck DocsVulnCheck · undated page, accessed October 30, 2026 · Tier A
  7. [7]Target Intelligence - VulnCheck DocsVulnCheck · undated page, accessed October 30, 2026 · Tier A
  8. [8]Initial Access Intelligence - VulnCheck DocsVulnCheck · undated page, accessed October 30, 2026 · Tier A
  9. [9]Query Parameters - VulnCheck DocsVulnCheck · undated page, accessed October 30, 2026 · Tier A
  10. [10]Package Manager Support - VulnCheck DocsVulnCheck · undated page, accessed October 30, 2026 · Tier A
  11. [11]NVD Migration - VulnCheck DocsVulnCheck · undated page, accessed October 30, 2026 · Tier A
  12. [12]VulnCheck Raises $25M Series B Financing to Address Surging Demand for its Exploit Intelligence SolutionsVulnCheck · published February 17, 2026 · Tier A
  13. [13]VulnCheck Announces Strategic Leadership Appointments to Accelerate GrowthVulnCheck · published December 8, 2025 · Tier A
  14. [14]Exclusive: VulnCheck nabs $25M Series B fundingAxios · published February 17, 2026 · Tier B
  15. [15]Exploit & Vulnerability Intelligence | Products | VulnCheckVulnCheck · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  16. [16]Products | VulnCheckVulnCheck · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  17. [17]Company | VulnCheckVulnCheck · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  18. [18]Service Terms | VulnCheckVulnCheck · published April 20, 2026 · Tier A
  19. [19]VulnCheck raises $25M to expand real-time exploit intelligence platformSiliconANGLE · published February 17, 2026 · Tier B

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