MONITORAPP
MONITORAPP is a South Korea-based cybersecurity vendor delivering integrated network and endpoint security via proprietary proxy technology, AI-driven threat intelligence, and the AIONCLOUD SECaaS platform, serving enterprises and mid-market customers globally.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2005
- HeadquartersSeoul, South Korea
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingSoftware
What MONITORAPP does
MONITORAPP is a Seoul-headquartered cybersecurity vendor founded in 2005 and listed on KOSDAQ (ticker 434480), delivering integrated network and endpoint security to enterprises and mid-market customers across East Asia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, the Americas, and Africa. Its portfolio spans Web Application and API Protection (AIWAAP), Secure Web Gateway (AISWG), Remote Browser Isolation (AIRBI), SSL/TLS Visibility (AISVA), Zero Trust Network Access (AIZTNA), Endpoint Detection and Response (AIEDR), Breach and Attack Simulation (AIBAS), and the AILabs threat intelligence platform, all converging under the AIONCLOUD Security-as-a-Service platform that runs on 40+ IDCs across 15 countries. The company serves a horizontal mix of large enterprises requiring unified security stacks and SMB/mid-market buyers seeking OPEX-based, self-service cloud security, with named customers including Brazil's Desenvolve SP.
The platform is built on a proprietary Transparent Proxy engine that supports transparent, reverse, and forward proxy modes and is backed by 23 Korean patents. Adjacent core technologies include NG Deep Packet Inspection (identifying ~3,000 applications and 500 protocols), Self-Learning Profiling for automated policy generation, an ML-augmented Sandbox, and the AILabs AI/big-data threat intelligence layer. The 2025 acquisition of endpoint security specialist SOMMA Inc. added AIEDR capabilities, and the 2026 AIONCLOUD release introduced a GenAI Security feature for context-based detection of enterprise AI usage risks.
MONITORAPP monetizes through a hybrid model: one-time perpetual licenses on physical appliances (AIWAAP, AISWG, AIRBI, AISVA, AIZTNA, AIEDR, AIBAS) with paid Carepack maintenance contracts (Essential and Professional tiers, the latter bundling 24/7 MSS), virtual appliances on AWS and Azure Marketplaces via PAYG or BYOL, and monthly AIONCLOUD SECaaS subscriptions. Distribution combines direct enterprise field sales, a 31-partner channel network across 16 countries (Alliance, Reseller, and White Label tiers), and self-serve cloud subscription onboarding, with pricing kept quote-based and not publicly disclosed.
MONITORAPP firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- MONITORAPP
- Legal name
- Monitorapp Inc.
- Website
- https://monitorapp.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2005
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- MONITORAPP is a South Korea-based cybersecurity vendor delivering integrated network and endpoint security via proprietary proxy technology, AI-driven threat intelligence, and the AIONCLOUD SECaaS platform, serving enterprises and mid-market customers globally.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
MONITORAPP industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Cybersecurity Software
- NAICS
- Security Systems Services (56162), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Other Computer Related Services (541519)
- SIC
- Services-Prepackaged Software (7372), Services-Computer Programming Services (7371)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Threat Intelligence Services (BPAEADAC)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Endpoint Security for End Users (EDR/XDR, Patch/Vuln, Zero Trust Endpoint) (BPAEAIAG), Data Security & Privacy Managed Services (DLP/Encryption) (BPAEADAL), Responsible AI, Security & Privacy Platforms (Safety, Guardrails, PII) (HDAEANAG)
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Where MONITORAPP is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Seoul
- HQ country
- South Korea
- HQ region
- Asia
Offices3 records
Markets served
MONITORAPP business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Software
- Cost components
- Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Operations, Supply Chain
Revenue model
- Physical Appliance Sales: Sale of hardware-based security appliances (AIWAAP, AISWG, AIRBI, AISVA, AIZTNA, AIEDR, AIBAS) with perpetual licenses. Customers purchase the right to use the product via license agreement. Licenses include unlimited product operation and free pattern updates for one year from purchase.
- Physical Appliance Maintenance: After initial one-year free maintenance, customers can purchase maintenance contracts (Carepack Essential or Carepack Professional). Carepack Professional includes WSPC and 24/7 MSS. Hardware RMA services provided for up to 5 years from purchase date.
- Virtual Appliance Licensing: Virtual appliances (AIWAAP-VE, AISWG-VE) available via two payment models: PAYG (Pay-As-You-Go) subscription through CSP marketplaces, and BYOL (Bring-Your-Own-License) for customers with existing licenses.
- AIONCLOUD SECaaS Subscription: Cloud-based security platform subscription offering WAAP, WSPC, CDN, CDR, SWG, CASB, RBI, DLP, GenAI Security, ZTNA, and EDR services. Subscription-based model with shift from CAPEX to OPEX. Enables rapid deployment within minutes to hours with automatic policy application and updates.
- Managed Security Services (MSS): 24/7 MSS provided to protect customer systems from various security threats, including systematic operation management by security experts with immediate emergency response capabilities. Included in Carepack Professional tier.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription | Annual | Carepack Essential: Basic maintenance coverage with S/W updates, bug patches, pattern updates, H/W RMA, and business hours technical support with failover support within 6 hours response time. |
| Subscription | Annual | Carepack Professional: Enhanced maintenance tier including Carepack Essential coverage plus WSPC (Website Security Posture Check) and 24/7 MSS (Managed Security Service) with round-the-clock security expert monitoring and emergency response. |
| Usage-based | Pay-as-you-go | AIWAAP-VE PAYG (Pay-As-You-Go): Regular subscription to virtual WAF product provided by Cloud Service Provider with metered billing based on usage. |
| Subscription | Multi-year contract | AIWAAP-VE BYOL (Bring-Your-Own-License): Customers use their own or acquired license with virtual appliance deployment, reducing ongoing subscription costs. |
| Subscription | Monthly | AIONCLOUD SECaaS Subscription: Cloud-based security platform subscription enabling OPEX model with no upfront hardware investment. Organizations subscribe to specific security features on demand. |
Go-to-market motion4 records
Distribution channels7 records
Marketing channels8 records
MONITORAPP product offering
Product offeringCore offering
MONITORAPP develops and sells an integrated network and endpoint cybersecurity platform comprising web application and API protection, secure web gateway, SSL/TLS visibility, remote browser isolation, zero trust network access, endpoint detection and response, breach and attack simulation, and AI-driven threat intelligence. Customers can deploy these capabilities as physical appliances, virtual appliances (AIWAAP-VE, AISWG-VE) on private or public clouds, or consume them as subscription-based Security-as-a-Service through the AIONCLOUD platform operating across more than 40 IDCs in 15 countries.
Product overview
MONITORAPP is a cybersecurity vendor offering an integrated security platform comprising multiple specialized security products and deployment models. The portfolio is organized around a core AI-powered threat intelligence platform (AILabs) that feeds all products, a flagship SECaaS platform (AIONCLOUD) offering cloud-native security-as-a-service with Website Protection (AIWAAP), Secure Internet & Remote Access (AISWG, CASB, RBI, DLP, ZTNA), and Endpoint Protection (AIEDR), alongside physical and virtual appliance versions of key products (AIWAAP, AISWG, AIRBI, AISVA, AIZTNA, AIEDR, AIBAS). Products are branded under the 'Application Insight' (AI) naming convention and share foundational technologies including proprietary proxy technology, NG Deep Packet Inspection, sandbox technology, profiling technology, and threat hunting capabilities.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- AIONCLOUD: Cloud-based SECaaS platform providing integrated security-as-a-service including WAAP, SSE, and EDR capabilities
- AILabs
- AIWAAP
- AISWG
- AIRBI
- AISVA
- AIZTNA
- AIEDR
- AIBAS
- AIAssist
Products and services
- AIWAAP (Application Insight Web Application & API Protection) Web Application and API Protection solution that detects and blocks attacks exploiting vulnerabilities in web applications and APIs, including OWASP Top 10 threats, DDoS, malicious bots, and abnormal traffic. Built on MONITORAPP's high-performance proxy engine with NG Deep Packet Inspection, delivering accurate detection and low false positives. Available as physical appliance, virtual appliance, and cloud service.
- AISWG (Application Insight Secure Web Gateway) Secure Web Gateway that protects users from malicious websites, phishing, and data leaks through real-time traffic filtering, URL filtering, DLP, and detailed user activity visibility. Enables safe and compliant internet access across distributed environments.
- AIRBI (Application Insight Remote Browser Isolation) Remote Browser Isolation technology that executes web content in a remote, isolated container to protect endpoints from web-based threats such as malware, phishing, and zero-day exploits without exposing the user's device.
- AISVA (Application Insight SSL/TLS Visibility Appliance) SSL/TLS Visibility Appliance that decrypts and re-encrypts traffic to eliminate blind spots in encrypted communications. Inspects SSL/TLS-based traffic and offloads work from existing security solutions without changing network infrastructure.
- AIZTNA (Application Insight Zero Trust Network Access) Zero Trust Network Access solution that replaces traditional SSL VPNs with identity-based access control to private applications through least privilege, SDP framework, micro-segmentation, and Device Posture Check for secure remote access.
- AIEDR (Application Insight Endpoint Detection & Response) Endpoint Detection & Response solution that protects endpoints from ransomware, credential theft, and advanced threats. Uses a multi-detection engine leveraging AI, AILabs-powered IoC intelligence, and Sigma to analyze behavioral data across processes, files, and network activity for integrated detection and response.
- AIBAS (Application Insight Breach & Attack Simulation) Breach and Attack Simulation solution that validates security posture through real-world attacker scenarios, leveraging MITRE ATT&CK playbooks and integrated security stack validation. AI-generated reports provide actionable guidance for improving security operations.
- AILabs (Application Insight Labs Threat Intelligence Platform) AI- and machine-learning-driven threat intelligence platform that collects, analyzes, and shares advanced cyber threats from globally distributed appliances and AIONCLOUD. Delivers real-time, actionable threat insights and continuously updates MONITORAPP security products.
- AIONCLOUD (Security-as-a-Service Platform) Cloud-based Security-as-a-Service platform delivering a Website Protection suite (WAAP, WSPC, CDN, CDR), Secure Internet & Remote Access suite (SWG, CASB, RBI, DLP, GenAI Security, ZTNA), and Endpoint Protection suite (EDR). Built on a global edge network spanning more than 40 IDCs across 15 countries for near-zero latency and high availability, with OPEX-based subscription billing.
- AIAssist Managed Rules CSP-native WAF managed rules service that simplifies WAF management with automatic pattern updates, optimized rulesets, and a unified interface, reducing the configuration burden for non-expert users.
- AIWAAP-VE (Web Application & API Protection Virtual Edition) Virtual appliance edition of AIWAAP optimized for cloud and virtualized environments, operating in reverse proxy mode on private cloud (KVM, Xen, VMware, Hyper-V) and public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). Available via AWS Marketplace and Azure Marketplace under PAYG or BYOL subscription models.
- AISWG-VE (Secure Web Gateway Virtual Edition) Virtual edition of the AISWG Secure Web Gateway for on-demand deployment in virtualized environments. Operates in forward proxy mode, supports all major hypervisors and public/private cloud platforms, and is available via cloud marketplaces with automatic updates.
Quantifiable outcome
- Page load speed improved 40% for e-commerce customer with CDN and WAAP integration
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use MONITORAPP
Customer profileNamed customers1 record
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
MONITORAPP technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
AI capability10 records
Feature9 records
MONITORAPP partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
33 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- Webnet AllycoreUAE-based cybersecurity service provider distributing and supporting MONITORAPP's cybersecurity solutions across the Middle East region. Partnership aims to accelerate Zero Trust adoption and improve digital resilience in the area. Webnet Ally serves as a strategic channel partner for MONITORAPP's expansion into Middle Eastern markets.
- DipNet LLCcoreTexas-based technology provider promoting and delivering MONITORAPP's AIONCLOUD SECaaS platform in the Americas and India markets. Partnership enables MONITORAPP to expand its cloud security subscription services into North and South America and South Asia through DipNet's local market presence and technology distribution capabilities.
- Desenvolve SPminorSão Paulo, Brazil-based financial organization. First customer in Brazil's financial sector for MONITORAPP's AIONCLOUD cloud-based security platform through subscription agreement. Represents MONITORAPP's market entry into Latin American financial services sector.
- BlueZebra Co.,Ltd.minorThailand-based partner offering Appliances and SECaaS Platform solutions. Regional distribution partner for Southeast Asian markets.
- TechLab SecurityminorMalaysia-based cybersecurity partner providing MONITORAPP security solutions to Malaysian enterprise customers.
- OGX NetworksminorMalaysia-based partner distributing MONITORAPP solutions in the Malaysian market.
- Advanced Business Solutions (ABS) MENAminorUAE-based partner serving MENA region with MONITORAPP security solutions distribution and support.
- Began Tech Solutions Inc. (BTSI)minorPhilippines-based technology partner delivering MONITORAPP security solutions to Philippine enterprises.
- Network Expert Group (NexG)minorUSA-based partner providing MONITORAPP solutions to North American enterprise customers.
- ACA PacificminorAustralia-based distributor and solution provider representing MONITORAPP in Australian and Pacific region markets.
- XCIDICminorIndonesia-based partner delivering MONITORAPP security solutions to Indonesian enterprise customers.
- Secure InnovationminorJapan-based cybersecurity partner offering MONITORAPP solutions to Japanese market.
- Will NetminorJapan-based partner providing MONITORAPP security solutions distribution in Japanese market.
- TechnolminorJapan-based technology partner for MONITORAPP solutions in Japanese market.
- PT Deltadata MandiriminorIndonesia-based partner delivering MONITORAPP security solutions in Indonesian market.
- INNOTRUST CORPORATIONminorTaiwan-based partner providing MONITORAPP solutions to Taiwanese enterprise customers.
- CIPTA PRATAMA SOLUSINDOminorIndonesia-based partner offering Appliances solutions for MONITORAPP in Indonesian market.
- Alrifai Consulting Group (ACG)minorTürkiye-based partner providing MONITORAPP security solutions to Turkish enterprise customers.
- SmartData Technologies LimitedminorBangladesh-based partner delivering MONITORAPP security solutions to Bangladeshi market.
- PT Val Solusi IndonesiaminorIndonesia-based partner offering MONITORAPP solutions in Indonesian enterprise market.
- LITHE Solutions Distributor Ltd.minorMauritius-based distributor for MONITORAPP solutions serving African and Indian Ocean region markets.
- CyRadar Information SecurityminorVietnam-based cybersecurity partner providing MONITORAPP security solutions to Vietnamese enterprises.
- SmartNet Technology Co., Ltd.minorVietnam-based partner delivering MONITORAPP solutions to Vietnamese market.
- Usercare LimitedminorKenya-based partner providing MONITORAPP security solutions to East African markets.
- FPT ISminorVietnam-based IT services partner offering MONITORAPP solutions to Vietnamese enterprise customers.
- VP Broadband Pvt. Ltd.minorIndia-based partner delivering MONITORAPP security solutions to Indian market.
- 아이티윈 (ITWin)minorKorea-based partner providing MONITORAPP security solutions to Korean enterprise customers.
- 싸이웰에스엔비 (Cywell SNB)minorKorea-based partner offering MONITORAPP solutions to Korean market.
- ITM Inc.minorJapan-based partner providing MONITORAPP solutions to Japanese enterprise customers.
- At-Signal Co.,Ltd.minorJapan-based partner delivering MONITORAPP security solutions in Japanese market.
- HDL Engineering Trading JSCminorVietnam-based partner providing MONITORAPP solutions to Vietnamese enterprise market.
- ENABLERS DMCCminorUAE-based partner serving Middle East markets with MONITORAPP security solutions.
- OPTAGON TEKNOLOJI LTD.minorTürkiye-based partner delivering MONITORAPP solutions to Turkish enterprise customers.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights8 records
MONITORAPP competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Cloudflare: Cloudflare's Web Application Firewall, API Shield, and Cloudflare One SSE/ZTNA platform overlap closely with MONITORAPP's AIWAAP, AIZTNA, and AIONCLOUD SSE offering, competing for the same global enterprise and mid-market customers.
- F5: F5's NGINX App Protect and Distributed Cloud WAAP directly compete with MONITORAPP's AIWAAP in web application and API protection, serving similar enterprise customers with WAF, bot management, and API security capabilities.
- Radware: Radware's AppWall WAF, Bot Manager, and Cloud Native Protector compete head-to-head with MONITORAPP's AIWAAP and AIONCLOUD WAAP capabilities, both serving enterprise customers with on-premise and cloud deployment models.
- Imperva: Imperva's Web Application Firewall, API Security, and RASP offerings are direct competitors to MONITORAPP's AIWAAP, both focused on OWASP Top 10 protection, API security, and bot mitigation for enterprise web applications.
- Barracuda Networks: Barracuda's WAF-as-a-Service, CloudGen WAF, and Zero Trust Access compete with MONITORAPP's AIWAAP and AIZTNA, particularly in the mid-market and SMB segments that MONITORAPP also targets via AIONCLOUD self-service.
Broad incumbents
- Palo Alto Networks (Prisma): Prisma Cloud, Prisma Access (SASE/SSE), and Cortex XDR collectively cover the same WAAP/SSE/ZTNA/EDR territory as MONITORAPP's AIONCLOUD suite, but as part of a much broader multi-billion-dollar platform portfolio.
- Zscaler: Zscaler Internet Access, Zscaler Private Access, and ZIA/ZPA SSE stack overlap with MONITORAPP's SWG, CASB, ZTNA, and DLP offerings inside AIONCLOUD, but at vastly larger enterprise scale and global PoP footprint.
- Fortinet: FortiWeb WAF, FortiGate SWG, FortiZTNA, and FortiEDR cover the same product surfaces as MONITORAPP's appliance-based line (AIWAAP, AISWG, AIZTNA, AIEDR), with a much larger installed base and broader channel.
- Akamai (App & API Protector): Akamai App & API Protector, Bot Manager, and Guardicore segmentation overlap with MONITORAPP's AIWAAP, AIRBI, and AIZTNA, while Akamai's massive global CDN/edge network competes directly with AIONCLOUD's 40+ IDC footprint.
Regional players
- AhnLab: Korean cybersecurity incumbent and existing MONITORAPP investor (per 2022 Series 4 round), AhnLab offers overlapping endpoint, network, and threat-intel products primarily to the domestic Korean market where MONITORAPP is also headquartered.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Trust signalCompliance9 records
MONITORAPP financial estimates
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MONITORAPP leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles3 records
MONITORAPP subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries1 record
MONITORAPP funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds1 record
Investors3 records
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
MONITORAPP M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A1 record
Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about MONITORAPP
What does MONITORAPP do?
MONITORAPP develops and sells an integrated network and endpoint cybersecurity platform comprising web application and API protection, secure web gateway, SSL/TLS visibility, remote browser isolation, zero trust network access, endpoint detection and response, breach and attack simulation, and AI-driven threat intelligence. Customers can deploy these capabilities as physical appliances, virtual appliances (AIWAAP-VE, AISWG-VE) on private or public clouds, or consume them as subscription-based Security-as-a-Service through the AIONCLOUD platform operating across more than 40 IDCs in 15 countries.
Is MONITORAPP a public or private company?
MONITORAPP is a private company. It is classified as public and is currently operating.
When was MONITORAPP founded?
MONITORAPP was founded in 2005. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is MONITORAPP based?
MONITORAPP is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, in the Asia region.
How does MONITORAPP make money?
Five revenue lines are on record. Physical Appliance Sales are the primary driver. The others are physical Appliance Maintenance, virtual Appliance Licensing, AIONCLOUD SECaaS Subscription and managed Security Services (MSS).
Who are MONITORAPP's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Cloudflare, F5, Radware, Imperva and Barracuda Networks. Broad incumbents are Palo Alto Networks (Prisma), Zscaler, Fortinet and Akamai (App & API Protector). AhnLab is listed as a regional player.
Does MONITORAPP have an API?
No public API is recorded for MONITORAPP.
What industry is MONITORAPP in?
MONITORAPP's product category is Cybersecurity Software. Its primary akta.pro industry code is BPAEADAC, Threat Intelligence Services, with a secondary code of BPAEAIAG, Endpoint Security for End Users (EDR/XDR, Patch/Vuln, Zero Trust Endpoint). Its NAICS code is 56162 and its SIC code is 7372.