FortMesa

FortMesa is a cybersecurity platform provided by FortMesa, Inc. that aims to assist service providers and businesses in assessing and managing cyber risk, addressing vulnerabilities, and planning for security enhancements. According to the vendor, the platform offers continuous risk assessment and vulnerability management capabilities. It conducts daily scans of Windows, Mac, and Linux systems to detect vulnerabilities, utilizing a built-in database of over 160,000 vulnerabilities. Organizations can prioritize and address vulnerabilities based on their risk acceptance.

The platform also allows service providers to bundle, sell, and deliver advanced tiers of security to their customers. It enables the establishment of security profiles aligned with industry cyber standards. According to the vendor, organizations can schedule system hardening activities over time, ensuring a gradual and effective security improvement process. FortMesa provides a cyber transparency dashboard that generates up-to-date documentation, aiming to build customer trust.

FortMesa supports the establishment of security profiles based on industry cyber standards such as CIS Controls, NIST CSF, CMMC, HIPAA, and SOC 2. By mapping security profiles to industry standards, businesses can ensure compliance and meet the specific requirements of their industry. The vendor claims that FortMesa offers flexibility in creating a tailored security plan by allowing organizations to mix and match controls from different standard frameworks. This approach enables a phased and manageable approach to security improvement.

According to the vendor, FortMesa provides a Trustmark Certification program that allows organizations to communicate trust to their customers and stakeholders. Participants in the program receive a Trustmark Badge and a Certificate of Attestation, endorsing their commitment to security. Additionally, the program provides access to pre-vetted technologies, products, and services from platform partners, aiming to enhance system security.