# Best Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform (CNAPP) - Page 5

  *By [Lauren Worth](https://research.g2.com/insights/author/lauren-worth)*

   To qualify for inclusion in the Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform (CNAPP) category, a product must:

- Monitor cloud applications and infrastructure for misconfigurations and incorrect enforcement of security policies and provide remediation
- Secure virtual machines, containers, and cloud infrastructure in hybrid, public, and private cloud environments during runtime
- Monitor public clouds to identify access breaches continuously
- Protect cloud systems from unauthorized use through identity management and access control
- Assess security risks and ensure compliance with cloud security policies





## Category Overview

**Total Products under this Category:** 33


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## Best Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform (CNAPP) At A Glance

- **Leader:** [Wiz](https://www.g2.com/products/wiz-wiz/reviews)
- **Highest Performer:** [Cloud Defense AI](https://www.g2.com/products/cloud-defense-ai/reviews)
- **Easiest to Use:** [MatosSphere](https://www.g2.com/products/matossphere/reviews)
- **Top Trending:** [Wiz](https://www.g2.com/products/wiz-wiz/reviews)
- **Best Free Software:** [Wiz](https://www.g2.com/products/wiz-wiz/reviews)


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## Parent Category

[Cloud Security Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/cloud-security)



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- [Vulnerability Scanner Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/vulnerability-scanner)
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- [Container Security Tools](https://www.g2.com/categories/container-security-tools)
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- [Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/cloud-security-posture-management-cspm)
- [Cloud Detection and Response (CDR) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/cloud-detection-and-response-cdr)