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MetaDefender

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MetaDefender Demo - MetaDefender Dashboard
MetaDefender Core enables you to integrate advanced malware prevention and detection capabilities into your existing IT solutions and infrastructure for better handling common attack vectors: securing web portals from malicious file upload attacks, augmenting cybersecurity products, and developin...
MetaDefender Demo - Deep Content Disarm and Reconstruction (CDR)
Sanitize over 200 common file types and rebuild each file ensuring maximum usability with safe content.
MetaDefender Demo - Multiscanning  (MetaScan)
Scan files with over 30 anti-malware engines using signatures, heuristics, and machine learning technology for the highest and earliest detection of known threats.
MetaDefender Demo - Proactive Data Loss Prevention (Proactive DLP) 
Content-check emails and 70+ common file types for sensitive information before they are transferred
MetaDefender Demo - File-Based Vulnerability Assessment
Supports over 150 vendors, more than 30,000 associated CVEs, and includes 3 million+ active hashes.
MetaDefender Demo - File Type Verification
Detect spoofing of over 4,500 file types and block spoofed files from entering your organization.
OPSWAT MetaDefender |  Advanced Threat Protection Overview
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OPSWAT MetaDefender | Advanced Threat Protection Overview
Prevent Zero-Day Attacks and Stay Compliant
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Prevent Zero-Day Attacks and Stay Compliant
F5 Big-IP and OPSWAT MetaDefender Integration
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F5 Big-IP and OPSWAT MetaDefender Integration
Demo: How OPSWAT Data Sanitization Protect Against Zero-Day Malware Threats
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Demo: How OPSWAT Data Sanitization Protect Against Zero-Day Malware Threats

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Users consistently praise the fast and clear file verdicts provided by MetaDefender, which enhance decision-making for security teams. The software integrates smoothly into existing workflows, allowing for reliable background scanning without disrupting operations. However, some initial tuning is often required to optimize scanning policies for specific file types.

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BT
IT Operations Manager
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Consistent Background Scanning with Easy to Understand Results"
What do you like best about MetaDefender?

File scanning runs consistently in the background and we have not seen noticeable slowdowns in applications or file services. The scan results are easy for non security teams to understand, which helps reduce escalations to IT. Integration was also straightforward, allowing us to add file inspection into existing systems without introducing new tools for staff to manage. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about MetaDefender?

The main effort is during rollout. Policies need careful adjustment so business files are not blocked unnecessarily. Once tuned, ongoing maintenance is minimal. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

DH
Cyber Security Engineer
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Seamless Integration and Robust Protection for Real World Pipelines"
What do you like best about MetaDefender?

MetaDefender fits well into real application pipelines and does not require heavy redesign. File scanning is fast and reliable, even under load, and the API is easy to automate. The combination of multi-engine detection and file sanitization gives strong protection without forcing users to change how they work. Logs and results are clear enough to connect with SIEM and monitoring tools. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about MetaDefender?

Policy tuning takes some effort at the start, especially for archives and uncommon file types. Careful testing is needed to avoid blocking safe files. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

NM
Cyber Security Engineer
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Fast, Clear Scanning with File Sanitization That Keeps Workflows Moving"
What do you like best about MetaDefender?

MetaDefender protects against file based threats without forcing changes to existing security architecture. Scanning is fast and consistent, and the results are clear enough to automate actions. The option to sanitize files instead of blocking them helps maintain normal business workflows. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about MetaDefender?

Policy tuning requires attention, especially when dealing with archives or mixed file types. Early testing is important to prevent overly strict rules from interrupting normal traffic. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

BH
Information Security Analyst
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Effortless File Scanning and Seamless API Integration"
What do you like best about MetaDefender?

MetaDefender does a solid job of inspecting incoming files without slowing down users or applications. It handles high file volumes well and the results are easy to understand, which helps when explaining decisions to non security teams. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about MetaDefender?

Initial policy tuning can take time, especially for uncommon file types or strict security rules. Some fine adjustments are needed early on to avoid unnecessary blocks. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

PS
Platform Security Engineer
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"MetaDefender Simplifies Consistent, Scalable File Scanning Across Platforms"
What do you like best about MetaDefender?

MetaDefender makes it easier to enforce consistent file scanning across shared platforms. It scales well as usage grows and avoids each application having to build its own file security logic. Policies are flexible enough to support different risk levels while keeping a common security baseline. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about MetaDefender?

Some upfront planning and tuning are needed to align policies with multiple application teams. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

EB
Systems Administrator
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Effortless, Reliable File Scanning for Hassle Free Administration"
What do you like best about MetaDefender?

It scans files reliably without putting noticeable strain on servers or interrupting user access. Monitoring is straightforward, and day to day operation does not require constant attention, which is important from a systems administration point of view. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about MetaDefender?

Initial setup and policy tuning take time, especially when defining how strict scanning should be for different file types. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Easy to Use and Reliable, But Still Exploring"
What do you like best about MetaDefender?

It's easy to use and I have a high degree of confidence in its effectiveness. I like the look\feel of the interface. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about MetaDefender?

nothing so far, just overall a subtle non-intrusive way of being notified of its activity. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

AS
Software Developer
Information Technology and Services
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Seamless software for file security and protection against malware and data breaches"
What do you like best about MetaDefender?

The software is great as it helps one to scan the whole computer hence eliminating threats. The platform helps users to know and get all the solutions to the problems that they may experience when they are operating the computer. The software has also a splendid supportive team that is always on the foremost path in helping their customers and this leads to great customer satisfaction. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about MetaDefender?

The platform is a game-changer in every sense!! it has exceeded my expectations as it has a low price that is budget-friendly and a great user interface that is simple to use and I could recommend it to all individuals. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

DJ
Digital Marketer
Pharmaceuticals
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"The Inclusive and Intelligent Protection Tool"
What do you like best about MetaDefender?

MetaDefender is universally accessible, with operational features that are quick to master.

The level of protection and integration with other sacurity programs is remarkable. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about MetaDefender?

MetaDefender has established collective deployment measures, and all security needs are smoothly resolved. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

KA
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Metadefender - works seamless and worth every penny"
What do you like best about MetaDefender?

We have been using MetaDefender for over 5 years and it has been integral to the protection of our servers and file storage. MetaDefender scans all of the files as they are uploaded through our SaaS application screening and/or blocking virus', malware and other little baddies. Reporting is really good and customer support is fantatstic. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about MetaDefender?

If there is anything that I dislike is the aggressive push from sales to purchase 2 and 3 years. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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