Tenable Earns Top Customer Recognition in Growing CNAPP Market
Event summary
- Tenable has been recognized as a 'Customers’ Choice' in Gartner’s 2025 Peer Insights for Cloud-Native Application Protection Platforms (CNAPPs).
- The recognition is based on 71 reviews as of October 2025, with an overall rating of 4.8 out of 5 and an 88% willingness to recommend.
- Tenable’s CNAPP solution boasts a unified platform approach, aiming to break down security silos and provide comprehensive visibility.
- The 'Customers’ Choice' distinction requires vendors to exceed market average scores for both User Interest/Adoption and Overall Experience.
The big picture
The recognition validates Tenable’s strategic shift towards exposure management and its unified platform approach in a rapidly expanding cloud security market. CNAPPs are becoming increasingly vital as organizations grapple with the complexity of securing cloud-native environments, and Gartner’s endorsement provides a significant boost to Tenable’s market position. However, the crowded nature of the CNAPP space means Tenable must continually demonstrate value to retain and attract customers.
What we're watching
- Market Saturation
- The CNAPP market is described as 'saturated,' suggesting Tenable's success hinges on continued differentiation and customer retention amidst increased competition.
- Platform Adoption
- The reliance on the 'Tenable One' platform for CNAPP integration indicates that broader adoption of the platform will be critical for continued CNAPP success.
- Customer Retention
- While the current customer satisfaction is high, maintaining this level will be crucial as the CNAPP market matures and alternative solutions emerge.
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