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Defendify vs WithSecure

Defendify sells a cybersecurity platform designed for IT teams. WithSecure builds and maintains cybersecurity products and services to protect businesses and organizations from cyber threats. CISO Tribune files both under MDR and managed SOC. 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 vs WithSecure: Products, Customers and Funding Compared
DefendifyDefendify sells a cybersecurity platform designed for IT teams.defendify.comWithSecureWithSecure builds and maintains cybersecurity products and services to protect businesses and organizations from cyber threats.withsecure.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.
  • Elements[1][3][7][9][10][11]WithSecure Elements is a portfolio of cybersecurity offerings sold in pre-packaged bundles.
  • Elements Endpoint Security[9]Endpoint security product for Mac, Windows and Linux workstations and servers.
  • Elements Identity Security[9]Identity security product for Microsoft Entra ID.
  • WithSecure MDR[9]Managed detection and response service run by WithSecure experts for endpoints and identities.
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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]
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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.The WithSecure Elements portfolio is geared to help mid-sized companies move from reactive to proactive cyber security measures. A separate bundle is for MSPs serving mid-sized or higher-risk clients who need proactive and reactive coverage. WithSecure describes one platform designed for midsize organizations.
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November 11, 2026November 5, 2026

Where they overlap

  • Defendify and WithSecure are both filed under MDR and managed SOC.

Where they differ, field by field

  • Defendify's primary category is Managed security service providers; WithSecure's is Endpoint protection platforms.
  • Defendify is also filed under Security awareness training and Vulnerability management. WithSecure is also filed under EDR and XDR and Mobile security.
  • Defendify lists Phishing Simulations and Cybersecurity Service Warranty. WithSecure lists Elements, Elements Endpoint Security, Elements Identity Security and WithSecure MDR.

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: WithSecure

What Elements does[1][3][7][9][10][11]
The WithSecure Elements portfolio is geared to help mid-sized companies move from reactive to proactive cyber security measures. Elements bundles are sold pre-packaged. The Elements integration with ConnectWise PSA automatically forwards security activity from Elements into ConnectWise PSA as tickets.
What Elements Endpoint Security does[9]
WithSecure Elements Endpoint Security covers Mac, Windows, and Linux workstations and servers. One lightweight agent blocks known and unknown threats, including fileless attacks and malware with no known signature. Users can isolate a device, kill a process, quarantine a file, or block a network connection in one click from the management console.
What Elements Identity Security does[9]
WithSecure Elements Identity Security is for Microsoft Entra ID. WithSecure experts detect and respond to Entra ID credential theft, privilege escalation, and business email compromise 24/7.
What WithSecure MDR does[9]
WithSecure MDR handles 24/7 detection and response. For endpoints, WithSecure experts monitor, investigate, and respond to endpoint threats 24/7. For identities, WithSecure experts detect and respond to Entra ID credential theft, privilege escalation, and business email compromise 24/7.

Questions about Defendify and WithSecure

What do Defendify and WithSecure sell?
Defendify sells Phishing Simulations and Cybersecurity Service Warranty. WithSecure sells Elements, Elements Endpoint Security, Elements Identity Security and WithSecure MDR.
Are Defendify and WithSecure in the same category?
They share MDR and managed SOC. Defendify's primary category is Managed security service providers and WithSecure's is Endpoint protection platforms.
Who are Defendify and WithSecure sold to?
Defendify states that it makes stronger cybersecurity possible for all organizations. The WithSecure Elements portfolio is geared to help mid-sized companies move from reactive to proactive cyber security measures.
What have Defendify and WithSecure 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.

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

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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

WithSecure full record

  1. [1]withsecure.comWithSecure · withsecure.com · undated page, accessed November 5, 2026 · Tier A
  2. [2]Business suite privacy policyWithSecure · withsecure.com · published July 1, 2022 · Tier A
  3. [3]Press releasesWithSecure · withsecure.com · undated page, accessed November 5, 2026 · Tier A
  4. [4]Privacy and Security - WithSecure™WithSecure · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  5. [5]European Cybersecurity for MSPs | WithSecureWithSecure · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  6. [6]Building and sustaining digital trust, confidence and equity - WithSecure™WithSecure · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  7. [7]Why WithSecure - WithSecure™WithSecure · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  8. [8]Trade compliance - WithSecure™WithSecure · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  9. [9]Pricing - WithSecure™WithSecure · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  10. [10]Network addresses for WithSecure Elements (cloud-managed products) - WithSecure™WithSecure Support · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  11. [11]ConnectWise PSA Integration | WithSecure™ ConnectWithSecure Connect · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A
  12. [12]WithSecure™ Cloud Protection for Salesforce Terms of Service - WithSecure™WithSecure · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A

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