The API provided by VirusTotal helps us determine the maliciousness of IP addresses.
Information Security Manager at kakaopay
Provides various API systems and comprehensive reputation information about IPs
Pros and Cons
- "The product is easy to use with coding, such as Python or Java, via its API."
- "The platform could improve in the areas of endpoints and networks."
What is our primary use case?
What is most valuable?
The most valuable features of the product are the various API systems it provides. Using the API, allows us to check the reputation of IP addresses, hashes, or URIs, enabling us to implement an automation system in our environment.
What needs improvement?
The platform could improve in the areas of endpoints and networks.
For how long have I used the solution?
We have been using VirusTotal for two years.
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What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
In our company, I work as a cybersecurity manager in our IT department. Approximately 15 executives in our team use VirusTotal.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
We were using IP Quality Score previously but switched to VirusTotal because it is more affordable and easier to use via API. Additionally, it provides comprehensive reputation information about IPs and hashes.
How was the initial setup?
VirusTotal provides the functionality as a SaaS service, making the initial setup straightforward.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
We are using VirusTotal with free licenses, managing the license limits across three or four accounts, thus incurring no costs.
What other advice do I have?
The product is easy to use with coding, such as Python or Java, via its API. However, it might be challenging for non-coders to utilize it effectively.
It is recommended due to its affordability and functionality. I rate the product an eight out of ten as it provides a variety of APIs.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Last updated: May 30, 2024
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Pros and Cons
- "The most valuable feature is the worldwide malware information database."
- "I would like to see an improved user interface and some automation."
What is our primary use case?
Our primary use case is for information regarding malware and analyzing our samples once we are found in a cybersecurity forensic case.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable feature is the worldwide malware information database.
What needs improvement?
I would like to see an improved user interface and some automation.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been working with VirusTotal for the past two years.
How are customer service and support?
Technical support is good but they could improve the time in handling cases.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Neutral
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup was straightforward and easy. The implementation took about three days.
What was our ROI?
There is definitely a return on investment.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The pricing is very economical.
What other advice do I have?
Everyone who works with malware, cybersecurity, or related fields should use VirusTotal. On a scale of one to ten, I would rate VirusTotal an eight.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Public Cloud
If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?
Other
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer: Reseller
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