Tech riderRev. 20 Sept 2026
- 1Runs onAPI, Web
- 2CostsNot stated by the maker
- 3Cloud scopemulti cloud
- 4Runtime protectionYes
- 5Code-to-cloud securityYes
- 6Identity securityYes
- 7Kubernetes securityYes
- 8Supported cloud providersAWS, GCP, Azure, OCI
7 lines stated Written from the maker's own pages: upwind.io

Overview
Upwind CNAPP is ranked #10 of 17 in cloud-native application protection platforms on Specifiction. It runs on API, Web.
Compared on cloud-native application protection platforms
Facts
- CNAPP
- Upwind unifies application security, security posture, and real-time protection on one platform to reduce risk from development through production.upwind.io · 2 Oct 2026
- Lifecycle coverage
- The platform covers application security, cloud security posture, and real-time protection across the cloud lifecycle.upwind.io · 2 Oct 2026
- Runtime context
- Upwind combines agentless cloud scanners and runtime sensors to provide live inventory, identify exposures, and protect workloads in real time.upwind.io · 2 Oct 2026
- Security capabilities
- Listed capabilities include CSPM, CIEM, DSPM, AI-SPM, attack path analysis, vulnerability management, Kubernetes and serverless security, CDR, API security, DAST, and MDR.upwind.io · 2 Oct 2026
- Integrations
- The integrations directory lists Jira, Slack, GitHub Actions, AWS CloudTrail, Azure DevOps, Bitbucket, Argo CD, CircleCI, GitLab, and other tools.upwind.io · 2 Oct 2026
- AI integrations
- The integrations directory lists ChatGPT, xAI Grok, OpenAI Enterprise, Anthropic Enterprise, and Claude integrations.upwind.io · 2 Oct 2026
- Cloud platforms
- The site links to AWS, Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure, and Oracle Cloud partner pages.upwind.io · 2 Oct 2026
- Security responsibility
- Upwind describes a shared responsibility model for controls inherited from its cloud service providers and security responsibilities to customers.upwind.io · 2 Oct 2026
- SOC 2
- Upwind's security trust center displays a SOC 2 image under its security commitment section.upwind.io · 2 Oct 2026
- Pricing model
- Upwind says its full CNAPP is included in one price, with CSPM, runtime sensor, code scanning, and data security included.upwind.io · 2 Oct 2026
- Sales path
- The CNAPP page directs prospective customers to request a demo.upwind.io · 2 Oct 2026
- Company
- Upwind says it was founded by the team behind Spot.io, which was acquired by NetApp.upwind.io · 2 Oct 2026
- Product
- Upwind unifies application security, security posture, and real-time protection on one platform for cloud and AI environments.upwind.io · 3 Oct 2026
- Coverage
- Its listed capabilities include CSPM, CIEM, DSPM, vulnerability management, attack path analysis, container and Kubernetes security, API security, and cloud detection and response.upwind.io · 3 Oct 2026
- Detection
- The platform combines agentless cloud scanners with runtime sensors and real-time intelligence.upwind.io · 3 Oct 2026
- Prioritization
- Upwind describes live inventory and high-signal exposure prioritization as platform capabilities.upwind.io · 3 Oct 2026
- Cloud support
- Its documentation describes cloud integrations for AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, and Oracle Cloud.docs.upwind.io · 3 Oct 2026
- Data protection
- Upwind says data in transit is protected with TLS and HSTS, while stored data is protected with encryption, access controls, and authentication.docs.upwind.io · 3 Oct 2026
- Compliance
- Upwind’s Trust Center lists SOC 2 Type 2, ISO/IEC 27001:2022, and GDPR among its compliance items.trust.upwind.io · 3 Oct 2026
- Support
- The documentation offers 24/7 support through live chat in the management console, email, or a shared Slack channel.docs.upwind.io · 3 Oct 2026
- Deployment
- The Outpost deployment model runs cloud scanners inside the customer’s AWS environment.docs.upwind.io · 3 Oct 2026
- Intended users
- Upwind describes the platform as serving security teams across development, cloud, runtime, and SOC workflows.upwind.io · 3 Oct 2026
Company
- Founded
- 2022upwind.io · 28 Sept 2026
- Headquarters
- San Francisco, California, United Statesupwind.io · 28 Sept 2026
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Sources
- upwind.io/cnapp· checked 2 Oct 2026
- upwind.io/integrations· checked 2 Oct 2026
- upwind.io/upwind-security-trust-center· checked 2 Oct 2026
- upwind.io/lp-upwind-vs-wiz· checked 2 Oct 2026
- upwind.io/about· checked 2 Oct 2026
- docs.upwind.io/public/introduction/concepts/upwind-arc· checked 3 Oct 2026
- trust.upwind.io· checked 3 Oct 2026
- docs.upwind.io/public/· checked 3 Oct 2026
- docs.upwind.io/public/getting-started/connect-cloud-ac· checked 3 Oct 2026





