Prisma Cloud
Comprehensive CNAPP from Palo Alto Networks securing applications from code to cloud
ToolCloud Security & CNAPPCloud
Pricing: Module-based enterprise pricing / Credits system
Reviewed by the Cyber Vendor Guide editorial team against the public sources cited below · Last reviewed September 2026 · How we review listings
What is Prisma Cloud?
Prisma Cloud by Palo Alto Networks is a comprehensive Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform (CNAPP) that secures applications from code to cloud. It provides full lifecycle security covering code security, infrastructure security, runtime protection, and cloud identity management. In February 2025 Palo Alto Networks announced Cortex Cloud as the next version of Prisma Cloud, combining its CNAPP capabilities with Cortex cloud detection and response and the Cortex XSIAM SOC platform, with existing Prisma Cloud customers upgraded to Cortex Cloud. As part of the Palo Alto Networks portfolio, Prisma Cloud benefits from deep threat intelligence integration and a broad security ecosystem, making it a natural fit for organizations already invested in the Palo Alto security stack.
Best for: Large enterprises already using Palo Alto Networks products that want a comprehensive code-to-cloud CNAPP platform
Pros
- Most comprehensive feature breadth covering code-to-cloud security
- Agent-based runtime protection provides real-time threat detection
- Strong IaC scanning through acquired Bridgecrew/Checkov technology
- Deep integration with Palo Alto Networks security ecosystem
- Extensive compliance framework coverage for regulated industries
Things to check
- Complex platform with steep learning curve and module sprawl
- Credit-based pricing model can be confusing and expensive at scale
- Agent deployment required for runtime protection adds operational overhead
- UI experience inconsistent across modules due to multiple acquisitions
- Integration between acquired components can feel disjointed
Reported in public reviews and vendor documentation. See sources below.
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Key facts
- Pricing
- Module-based enterprise pricing / Credits system
- Model
- Credit-based (per module and resource)
- Founded
- 2018
- Cloud
- Yes
- Self-hosted
- No
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