What does Robust Intelligence actually do?
AI security startup acquired by Cisco in September 2024; its validation and AI firewall technology is the core of Cisco AI Defense
How to evaluate Robust Intelligence
AI security startup acquired by Cisco in September 2024; its validation and AI firewall technology is the core of Cisco AI Defense
Last updated October 16, 2026 · Every fact traceable to a public source
Robust Intelligence — AI security startup acquired by Cisco in September 2024; its validation and AI firewall technology is the core of Cisco AI Defense. This page distills the key evaluation questions for procurement teams considering Robust Intelligence. Every data point links back to a public source on the vendor profile.
Which frameworks does Robust Intelligence cover?
Robust Intelligence references coverage of EU AI Act in their own materials. Every claim links to a public source on the vendor page.
How is Robust Intelligence priced?
Pricing model: contact_only. Robust Intelligence is no longer sold on its own and its site lists no prices. Cisco sells the technology as Cisco AI Defense, also without public prices: its offer description lists Advantage, Validation Essentials and Runtime Essentials packages, bought per AI application or as committed usage. AWS Marketplace lists Cisco AI Defense by private offer, and Cisco offers a self-service red-teaming tool, AI Defense: Explorer Edition, at no upfront cost.
What should I check before buying?
Verify these six things: (1) which frameworks the vendor covers end-to-end (not just references), (2) accredited certifications (SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001, ISO/IEC 42001), (3) data-residency options, (4) model coverage (proprietary models, open-source models, third-party APIs), (5) red-teaming depth, and (6) customer-reference calls. Every claim on Robust Intelligence's profile on this site is linked to a public source.
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