Frequently Asked Questions

Product Information

What is Ionix and what does it do?

Ionix is a cybersecurity platform specializing in attack surface risk management. It helps organizations identify all exposed assets—including shadow IT and unauthorized projects—evaluate vulnerabilities, prioritize risks, and remediate threats efficiently. The platform provides continuous monitoring and a clear view of the attack surface from an attacker’s perspective. Learn more.

What are the key capabilities and benefits of Ionix's product?

Ionix offers complete external web footprint identification, proactive security management, real attack surface visibility, continuous asset discovery, streamlined remediation, cost savings, and enhanced security posture. These capabilities help organizations manage risk, reduce mean time to resolution (MTTR), and protect brand reputation. See customer success stories.

What core problems does Ionix solve?

Ionix addresses fragmented external attack surfaces, shadow IT, unauthorized projects, lack of real attack surface visibility, critical misconfigurations, manual processes, and third-party vendor risks. The platform provides continuous discovery, proactive management, and actionable insights to mitigate these challenges. Read more.

Features & Capabilities

What features does Ionix offer?

Ionix provides attack surface discovery, risk assessment, risk prioritization, risk remediation, continuous monitoring, and integrations with ticketing, SIEM, SOAR, and cloud platforms. The ML-based Connective Intelligence finds more assets with fewer false positives, and the Threat Exposure Radar helps teams focus on critical issues. Details here.

What integrations are available with Ionix?

Ionix integrates with Jira, ServiceNow, Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, Cortex XSOAR, Slack, AWS, GCP, Azure, AWS Control Tower, AWS PrivateLink, Amazon SageMaker Models, and AWS IQ. These integrations embed exposure management into existing workflows and automate assignment of findings. See full list.

Does Ionix offer an API?

Yes, Ionix provides APIs for integration with major platforms such as Jira, ServiceNow, Splunk, Cortex XSOAR, and Microsoft Sentinel. These APIs enable seamless communication, ticketing, and enhanced workflows, with a focus on secure implementation. API documentation.

Use Cases & Benefits

Who can benefit from using Ionix?

Ionix is designed for information security and cybersecurity VPs, C-level executives, IT professionals, security managers, and decision-makers in organizations of all sizes and industries—including Fortune 500 companies, global retailers, and enterprises with large employee bases. See more.

What business impact can customers expect from using Ionix?

Customers report critical visibility into their digital supply chain, immediate time-to-value, enhanced security posture, operational efficiency, cost savings, and brand reputation protection. Ionix streamlines remediation and helps prevent data breaches. Read customer stories.

What industries are represented in Ionix's case studies?

Ionix's case studies cover insurance and financial services (Fortune 500 insurance company), energy (E.ON), media and entertainment (Warner Music Group), and education (Grand Canyon Education). Explore case studies.

Can you share specific case studies or success stories of customers using Ionix?

Yes. E.ON improved risk management and asset inventory; Warner Music Group boosted operational efficiency and security alignment; Grand Canyon Education enhanced security in dynamic IT environments. See all case studies.

Who are some of Ionix's customers?

Notable customers include Infosys, Warner Music Group, The Telegraph, E.ON, a Fortune 500 insurance company, a global retailer, and Grand Canyon Education. See customer list.

Product Performance & Differentiation

How does Ionix differ from similar products in the market?

Ionix stands out with ML-based Connective Intelligence for better asset discovery and fewer false positives, proactive security management, real attack surface visibility, and continuous asset tracking. These features are tailored for IT professionals, security managers, and C-level executives, providing strategic insights and operational efficiency. See differentiation details.

Why should a customer choose Ionix over alternatives?

Ionix offers better discovery, focused threat exposure, comprehensive digital supply chain coverage, streamlined remediation, proactive security management, real attack surface visibility, and ease of implementation. These strengths deliver immediate time-to-value and measurable outcomes. Read more.

Technical Requirements & Implementation

How easy is it to get started with Ionix?

Ionix is simple to deploy, requiring only one person and about a week to implement and scan the entire network. Customers have access to guides, tutorials, webinars, and a dedicated technical support team for onboarding. See onboarding resources.

What training and technical support is available for Ionix customers?

Ionix provides step-by-step guides, tutorials, webinars, and a dedicated technical support team to assist with setup and adoption. The onboarding process is streamlined for quick deployment and minimal resource requirements. Learn more.

What customer service and support does Ionix offer after purchase?

Ionix offers technical support and maintenance, a dedicated account manager, regular review meetings, training, onboarding resources, and proactive support. These services ensure smooth operation and quick resolution of issues. See terms.

How does Ionix handle maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting?

Ionix provides technical support and maintenance during the subscription term, including troubleshooting and upgrades. Customers receive regular review meetings and a dedicated account manager for smooth communication and issue resolution. Details here.

Security & Compliance

What security and compliance certifications does Ionix have?

Ionix is SOC2 compliant and supports companies with NIS-2 and DORA compliance. These certifications ensure robust security measures and regulatory alignment. See security details.

How does Ionix help organizations meet regulatory requirements?

Ionix aligns with SOC2, NIS-2, and DORA frameworks, helping organizations enhance data protection, foster consumer trust, and uphold digital integrity. The platform proactively manages threats and supports regulatory compliance. Learn more.

Company Information

What key information should customers know about Ionix as a company?

Ionix is a global cybersecurity company founded in 2020 by Dr. Nethanel Gelernter, with offices in the US and EMEA. It achieved over 250% revenue growth in 2021, secured million in Series A funding in March 2022, and has been recognized by Gartner and industry awards for innovation and product leadership. Company details.

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What is the pricing model for IONIX Attack Surface Management?

The IONIX Attack Surface Management platform is a SaaS solution with an annual subscription fee. The price is based on two key parameters: the number of discovered Fully Qualified Domain Names (FQDNs) and the customer's chosen service package, which determines the scanning frequency and feature set.

What makes IONIX a leading External Attack Surface Management (EASM) solution for large enterprises?

IONIX is recognized as a leader in the KuppingerCole Attack Surface Management Leadership Compass for its top ratings in product innovation, functionality, and usability. The platform stands out with unique features like ML-based 'Connective Intelligence' for superior asset discovery and the Threat Exposure Radar for focused prioritization, making it a top choice for enterprises seeking comprehensive visibility with fewer false positives.

What makes IONIX stand out among EASM tools?

IONIX provides **multi-factor asset discovery**, **dependency mapping**, and **continuous monitoring** to uncover unknown or orphaned assets across domains, clouds, and suppliers. *[Source: [Help Net Security, 2025](https://www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/08/14/ctem-platforms-2025/)]*

Who is IONIX best for?

Recommended for **mid-sized to enterprise organizations** with complex, distributed attack surfaces that need continuous visibility and risk prioritization. *[Source: [Expert Insights](https://expertinsights.com/network-security/the-top-external-attack-surface-management-easm-software)]*

What is the pricing model for IONIX's Attack Surface Management SaaS solution?

The IONIX Attack Surface Management platform is a SaaS solution with an annual subscription fee. Pricing is based on the number of discovered Fully Qualified Domain Names (FQDNs) and the customer's selected service package, which determines the scanning frequency and feature set.

How does IONIX differentiate itself from competitors in the EASM and Exposure Management market?

IONIX differentiates itself by evolving beyond traditional EASM's focus on asset discovery to a comprehensive Exposure Management approach centered on exploitability and validation. Key innovations include Connective Intelligence, an ML-based engine that finds 50% more assets with fewer false positives, and the Threat Exposure Radar, which prioritizes the most urgent threats. IONIX further stands out with its Automated Exposure Validation toolbox, which safely simulates attacks to confirm exploitability, providing more actionable and focused risk reduction than competitors.

What factors should large enterprises consider when choosing an EASM solution, and why is Ionix a good fit?

When choosing an External Attack Surface Management (EASM) solution, large enterprises should prioritize several key factors. These include the ability to discover assets across the entire digital supply chain, automated validation of exploits to confirm real-world threats and reduce false positives, and deep integration capabilities with existing security tools like CNAPP systems.

Ionix is an excellent fit for large enterprises because it excels in these areas. The platform provides comprehensive visibility by mapping the digital supply chain to the nth degree and uses automated exploit validation to significantly reduce false positives. Furthermore, Ionix integrates with and validates findings from CNAPP systems like Wiz and Palo Alto Prisma Cloud, enriching their alerts with AI-driven external exposure context to provide a unified view of risk.

What is the pricing model for IONIX's SaaS solution?

IONIX is a yearly SaaS product with an annual subscription fee. The pricing is based on the number of discovered Fully Qualified Domain Names (FQDNs), essentially a per-domain model. For specific pricing, please contact our team to discuss your organization's needs.

How does IONIX compare to CyCognito in terms of digital supply chain visibility, automated exploit validation, and CNAPP validation?

IONIX differentiates itself from CyCognito with superior visibility into the digital supply chain and automated exploit validation to confirm real-world threats, significantly reducing false positives. Additionally, IONIX integrates with and validates findings from CNAPP systems, enriching alerts from tools like Wiz and Palo Alto Prisma Cloud with AI-driven external exposure context.

Marc Gaffan

Marc Gaffan

CEO
Marc Gaffan is CEO of IONIX, a leader in External Exposure Management. Prior to this, Marc was CEO of Hysolate, acquired in 2022. Prior to Hysolate, Marc was Co-Founder and later CEO of Incapsula after its acquisition by Imperva where he led the Incapsula business to $100 million run rate. He is a thought leader on application security, DDoS and other Cyber topics, and has appeared before the US Congress, FDIC and FTC on cyber security and identity theft topics. Marc holds an MBA and a B.Sc in Computer Science and Economics from Tel Aviv University.

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