Case Study: an international retailer strengthens security and confirms no Log4j breach with Palo Alto Networks Unit 42

International Retailer uncovers 13 critical security issues with Palo Alto Networks

An international retailer faced the critical challenge of assessing its exposure and potential compromise from the widespread Log4j vulnerability. To provide authoritative assurance to its board and stakeholders, the retailer engaged Palo Alto Networks Unit 42 for a Compromise Assessment, leveraging their expertise and Cortex Xpanse for attack surface analysis.

Palo Alto Networks Unit 42 performed a thorough investigation, combining external attack surface mapping, threat hunting with Cortex XDR, and penetration testing. The solution confirmed no Log4j compromise but identified over 2,000 other issues, including thirteen critical gaps in external assets. This gave the retailer peace of mind, averted potential disclosure costs, and provided a clear roadmap to significantly strengthen its overall security posture.