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What is MetaDefender Cloud?

MetaDefender Cloud™ is a cloud-native file security and malware analysis platform built on a prevention-first approach. It detects, analyzes, and neutralizes threats before they execute, protecting organizations across the entire file lifecycle; including file uploads, downloads (via browser extension), sharing in transit, and storage at rest. Designed for individuals, developers, security teams, and enterprises, it combines multi-layer inspection, threat intelligence, and proactive prevention in a unified platform, from free use to enterprise scale.


Key Capabilities

  • Deep CDR™ (Content Disarm & Reconstruction): Core capability that removes embedded threats from files while preserving usability, ensuring safe content delivery
  • Metascan™ multiscanning: 20+ anti-malware engines for enhanced detection accuracy
  • Adaptive Sandbox: Behavioral analysis for zero-day threats
  • Predictive ALIN AI: Pre-execution threat detection
  • Proactive DLP™: Identification of sensitive data within files
  • Reputation analysis: File, URL, IP, domain, and hash reputation checks
  • REST API: Integration into DevSecOps pipelines, SaaS apps, and cloud storage workflows


Enterprise Capabilities

  • Policy-based workflows and automation
  • Private scanning with zero file retention options
  • Reporting, dashboards, and centralized management
  • End-to-end encryption, mTLS, and IP restrictions
  • SLA-backed availability


Benefits & Differentiation

MetaDefender Cloud reduces file-borne threats by eliminating risks rather than only detecting them, applying protection consistently across file uploads, transfers, downloads, and storage. Its CDR-driven approach ensures safe, usable files, while multi-layer inspection improves detection coverage and reduces false positives. The platform supports compliance efforts with frameworks such as HIPAA, PCI DSS, GDPR, NIST, ISO 27001, and SOC 2, making it suitable for regulated and enterprise environments.

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