Continuous Authorization in Action: Dispersive+CrowdStrike Integration

For an extended period, cybersecurity has been characterized by the isolated operation of sophisticated tools. While endpoint protection, identity solutions, and network security each fulfill their respective functions, a critical vulnerability emerges when a threat circumvents these individual defenses. A delay often occurs upon the alteration of user behavior or the compromise of a device, creating a crucial communication gap that attackers can exploit.

At Dispersive Stealth Networking, we advocate for security as an integrated intelligence driven network access, rather than a collection of independent efforts. That's why we’re thrilled we’ve just announced our powerful integration with the CrowdStrike Falcon® platform, creating a unified solution that connects endpoint, identity, and network for real-time, proactive cyber defense.

The "Aha!" Moment: From Passive Defense to Active Intelligence

Think of it like this: your traditional security system is like a bouncer at a club with a static guest list. Our new solution is that bouncer with real-time feed from inside the club, updating him on who’s behaving and who’s causing trouble.

Here’s the magic behind it:

• CrowdStrike is the “Eyes and Ears.”The CrowdStrike Falcon platform continuously watches for suspicious activity on endpoints and monitors user identities. It assigns a risk score to every device and user in your network.
  
  
• Dispersive is the “Bouncer with a Brain.”Our Continuous Trust Authorization Network receives those risk scores in real time. Instead of just allowing or denying access, it adapts. If a user’s score suddenly jumps because they've tried to access a sensitive file or their device shows signs of compromise, Dispersive can instantly and automatically segment or isolate them from critical resources.

This isn’t just about blocking threats; it’s about predictive containment. We can stop an attack before it spreads, preventing a small incident from becoming a full-blown crisis.

Real-World Story: New American Funding Pilots the Integration

New American Funding (NAF), one of the nation’s leading mortgage lenders, is piloting the Dispersive + CrowdStrike integration to strengthen security without slowing business. In a highly regulated industry where employees, contractors, and vendors all need access to sensitive systems, NAF faced the challenge of enforcing a robust Zero Trust posture while keeping daily operations smooth.

By combining CrowdStrike Falcon’s continuous endpoint and identity risk scoring with Dispersive’s adaptive networking, NAF will be able to gain the ability to dynamically adjust access in real time. If a user or device shows elevated risk, the system can instantly segment or isolate them before lateral movement occurs, all without disrupting legitimate activity.

As Jeff Farinich, SVP of Technology and CISO at NAF, explains: “With Dispersive and CrowdStrike deployed together, we will gain the ability to see and act on user and device risk in real time. We could then provide risk-based access to network resources based on Zero Trust principles. It’s a powerful competitive advantage for us in both security and trust.”

With identity-based segmentation, automatic behavioral access controls, and adaptive authorization, NAF will explore how continuous authorization can transform Zero Trust from a concept into a business enabler.

The Dispersive + CrowdStrike Integration Provides:

• Enforcement of identity-based segmentation: Isolating different groups of users (e.g., employees, contractors, vendors) to prevent lateral movement in the event of a breach.
  
  
• The ability to apply automatic behavioral access controls: The system automatically responds to a change in risk, such as a user trying to access an unauthorized application, by restricting their access instantly.
  
  
• Strengthened Zero Trust: By providing risk-based access to network resources, clients can enforce a true zero-trust model, ensuring that only trusted users and devices have access to the resources they need, based on their current risk posture.

This result is a significant upgrade to an organization’s defenses, who will be able to proactively protect their systems and data without creating new bottlenecks or disrupting the user experience for legitimate users.

Key Takeaways

The future of cybersecurity isn't about buying more tools; it's about making your existing tools work together smarter. The Dispersive + CrowdStrike integration delivers continuous authorization and real-time containment, eliminating the silos that slow down your security teams and empowers you to respond to threats with unprecedented speed and precision. Organizations gain:

• Real-Time Containment: Stop attacks the moment risk is detected — from alert to isolation without manual delay.
• Identity-Aware Security: Continuous, risk-based access decisions ensure that only trusted users and devices get the right access at the right time.
• Predictive Defense: Prevent lateral movement and impersonation attacks by unifying endpoint, identity, and network intelligence.
• Stronger Zero Trust: Enforce true continuous authorization throughout the user journey, not just at login.
• Operational Simplicity: Automate containment without disrupting legitimate users — giving SOC and IT teams speed and control.

Watch the Demo 

Ready to see how a connected security posture can transform your defense? Explore the integration in the CrowdStrike Marketplace, on our website, or even better - request a demo today!

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