Forescout Bolsters Zero Trust Segmentation with Agentless Cloud Platform
Event summary
- Forescout released a new agentless, cloud-native network segmentation solution integrated into its 4D Platform.
- The solution focuses on identity- and attribute-driven zone modeling for hybrid IT, OT, IoT, and IoMT environments.
- Forescout claims onboarding time is reduced from weeks to hours with the new capabilities.
- The company highlights a projected increase in IoT devices from 18.5 billion in 2024 to 39 billion by 2030.
- Forescout is showcasing the new features at RSA Conference 2026 in San Francisco.
The big picture
The increasing complexity of hybrid IT environments, coupled with the proliferation of IoT and IoMT devices, is creating a critical need for more flexible and scalable network segmentation solutions. Forescout’s move to an agentless, cloud-native approach addresses a key pain point for organizations struggling to operationalize Zero Trust Network Access (UZTNA) and manage the expanding attack surface. The company’s focus on device identity and behavior-driven segmentation represents a shift away from traditional IP-centric models, which are increasingly vulnerable to modern threats.
What we're watching
- Adoption Rate
- The success of this release hinges on Forescout’s ability to drive adoption among existing customers and attract new clients struggling with traditional segmentation approaches, particularly within OT and IoMT environments.
- Competitive Response
- Other cybersecurity vendors offering segmentation solutions will likely respond with their own agentless or cloud-native offerings, potentially intensifying competition and requiring Forescout to continually innovate.
- Integration
- The platform’s ability to integrate seamlessly with existing security and IT infrastructure (as claimed by Forescout) will be critical for customer satisfaction and overall value proposition.
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