Shadow IT Risk Management

Expose the Hidden Risks Inside Your Network

ShadowGuard automatically discovers unauthorized devices, classifies threats with AI, scores risk in real time, and triggers remediation workflows — all from one unified dashboard. Stop operating blind. Regain control.

98%
Device detection accuracy
<2 min
Average discovery latency
500+
ITSM integrations
Why ShadowGuard

Shadow IT Is Growing Faster Than Your IT Team Can Track

Every unauthorized device connecting to your network is a potential breach vector. Traditional asset inventories miss 30–40% of endpoints, leaving your security perimeter unknowable and your compliance posture fragile. Personal laptops, IoT devices, cloud instances, and contractor equipment sit in the shadows, unmapped and unscored.

ShadowGuard closes the visibility gap by continuously scanning, classifying, and reconciling every asset against your ITSM records in real time — no agents, no manual triage.

Continuous passive and active device discovery across all network segments and cloud environments
Automated reconciliation against ServiceNow, Jira, Ivanti, and 500+ ITSM platforms with bi-directional sync
AI-driven classification with confidence scores, CVE correlation, and explainability logs for every device
One-click remediation workflows triggered directly from the dashboard with full audit trails
Platform Capabilities

Precision Risk Intelligence, End to End

Every component of ShadowGuard is purpose-built to eliminate blind spots and accelerate response. Here’s how we deliver enterprise-grade shadow IT visibility without the enterprise-grade complexity.

Multi-Vector Scanning Engine

Our scanning engine combines ARP table enumeration, DNS zone transfers, SNMP polling, NetFlow analysis, and cloud API queries to map every endpoint across segmented networks, VPCs, and air-gapped segments. Active fingerprinting and passive behavioral analysis work in parallel for maximum coverage with minimal false positives.

Contextual AI Classification

Beyond simple device type recognition — our proprietary ML models infer business context, regulatory exposure (HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOX), criticality scores, and zero-day vulnerability vectors. Each device is ranked by organizational risk, not just by technical surface. Models retrain continuously on new threat intelligence feeds.

Policy-Driven Automation

Define acceptable-use policies once, and let ShadowGuard enforce them automatically across your entire estate. Whitelist approved devices, auto-quarantine violations, trigger escalation workflows, and generate tickets without manual intervention. No more endless triage tickets — policies drive action.

Audit-Ready Compliance Reporting

Export SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and NIST CSF compliance reports with a single click. Attestations, remediation timelines, and executive summaries are generated automatically. Prove device discovery rigor and governance to auditors without scrambling through logs.

Core Features

Everything You Need to Control Shadow IT

Six purpose-built modules that work together seamlessly. Start with one, combine them for complete coverage.

Agentless Device Discovery

Passive network scanning and active probing detect every endpoint — physical servers, virtual machines, containers, and cloud instances — without deploying lightweight agents or SDN appliances. Works across VLANs, DMZs, and cloud regions simultaneously.

AI Risk Classification

Machine learning models analyze each device’s fingerprint, usage patterns, and threat profile, then assign a quantified risk score from 0–100. Includes CVE mapping, zero-day inference, and regulatory exposure scoring. Confidence intervals show which scores are high-confidence vs. provisional.

ITSM API Integration

Bi-directional sync with ServiceNow, Jira Service Management, BMC Remedy, Ivanti, and 500+ platforms. Real-time asset reconciliation, two-way ticket creation, and CMDB updates happen automatically. Webhooks and event streams keep your inventory synchronized.

Inventory Reconciliation

Automatically compare discovered assets against your CMDB to surface gaps, discrepancies, and stale records. Highlight unauthorized additions, missing approvals, and policy violations. Generate remediation tasks directly from reconciliation reports.

Remediation Workflows

Trigger quarantine, network isolation, alert escalation, or ticket creation in one click. Build custom workflows with a no-code rule builder — no scripting required. Includes automatic rollback safeguards and post-remediation verification scans.

Unified Risk Dashboard

Real-time heat maps show your shadow IT exposure at a glance. Drill into trends, device classes, compliance status, and remediation progress. Export custom views for executive briefings, board presentations, and audit responses.

How It Works

From Discovery to Remediation in Four Steps

ShadowGuard handles the full lifecycle automatically. Your team focuses on strategic decisions, not manual triage and verification.

Connect & Scan

Deploy our lightweight collector to a single network segment, or use agentless API connectors to integrate with your cloud providers and ITSM platforms. ShadowGuard immediately begins discovering every device on your network — no configuration wizards or weeks of onboarding.

Setup time: <15 minutes

Classify & Score

Our AI models ingest device fingerprints and compare them against a continuously updated threat intelligence database. Each device is assigned a risk score (0–100), categorized by type and vendor, and flagged if absent from your CMDB. Confidence scores and reasoning explain every decision.

Processing time: Real-time

Reconcile & Alert

ShadowGuard compares every discovered device against your ITSM inventory and highlights gaps, duplicates, and policy violations. Prioritized alerts are sent to the right owners based on device criticality, department, and risk tier. Alerts include remediation recommendations and escalation paths.

Alert latency: <2 minutes from discovery

Remediate & Verify

Click a button to trigger quarantine, network isolation, VLAN reassignment, or ticket creation in your ITSM system. ShadowGuard automatically verifies successful remediation with post-action scans. All actions are logged for compliance and audit purposes with immutable audit trails.

MTTR improvement: 70% faster

Our Products

Modular Tools for Every Security Team

Start with the module you need most today. Combine them as your program scales and requirements grow.

Photo Network Scanner Module
Starter Tier

ShadowScan

Agentless network discovery engine that maps every IP-connected device across your network. Classifies endpoints by vendor, OS, and service fingerprint. Exports complete device inventory to any CMDB or asset management system via CSV, API, or direct integration.

Includes: Continuous scanning, device classification, CMDB export, basic reporting

$299 / month
Photo Remediation Platform Module
Enterprise Tier

ShadowOps

Full remediation workflow automation with deep ITSM integrations, no-code rule builder, network quarantine orchestration, and complete audit trails. Includes custom policy templates, escalation rules, rollback safeguards, and post-remediation verification.

Includes: Workflow automation, ITSM sync, rule builder, escalations, audit trails, SOC 2 reports

$1,499 / month
Key Benefits

Built for Security Teams That Move Fast

ShadowGuard is engineered for lean security operations teams who need enterprise-grade visibility without enterprise-grade overhead or complexity. Your SOC team should focus on decisions and response, not busywork.

Deploy in Under 30 Minutes

No agents to deploy across your infrastructure, no lengthy professional services engagement, no weeks of configuration. Connect ShadowGuard to your network and see your first 1,000+ devices in minutes. Collectors are lightweight and resource-efficient.

Reduce Alert Fatigue by 70%

Context-rich, prioritized alerts mean your team acts on what matters — not an endless stream of low-signal noise. Risk scores, severity tiers, and owner routing ensure every alert reaches the right person at the right time with actionable recommendations.

Integrate With Tools You Already Use

Native connectors for ServiceNow, Jira Service Management, Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, Crowdstrike, Palo Alto Networks, and 500+ other platforms. No custom middleware or ETL pipelines required. API-first architecture makes integration straightforward.

Compliance-Ready Out of the Box

Pre-built report templates for SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and NIST CSF simplify your next audit cycle. Attestations, evidence collection, and remediation timelines are generated automatically. Prove discovery rigor to auditors without manual scrambling.

Proven Results

Industry-Leading Performance

ShadowGuard is trusted by security teams across financial services, healthcare, technology, and government sectors.

98%
Device detection accuracy across all network segments and cloud environments
3.2M+
Unique assets reconciled across customer environments since launch
70%
Reduction in mean time to remediate shadow IT incidents (MTTR)
500+
ITSM, SOAR, and security tool integrations supported
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Global Financial Services · Tier 1
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Unauthorized Devices — 60-Day Remediation
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Key Outcomes
94%Devices eliminated
$2.1MRisk reduced
400hAudit hours saved
Real-World Impact

How a Fortune 500 Bank Eliminated 94% of Unknown Devices in 60 Days

A tier-one financial institution operating in a heavily regulated environment faced a critical compliance gap: their existing CMDB covered less than 60% of actual network assets, leaving their SOC team operating blind during security incidents. Over 12,000 unmanaged endpoints were discovered during a routine penetration test, and their auditors flagged it as a material control failure.

After deploying ShadowGuard's full platform, they automatically reconciled all discovered assets against ServiceNow, triggered remediation workflows for 11,280 unauthorized devices using their existing security orchestration platform, and achieved full audit compliance within two months — without hiring additional staff or disrupting business operations.

94%
Reduction in unknown devices
60 days
Time to full compliance attestation
$2.1M
Estimated breach risk reduced by insurance carrier
400 hrs
Manual audit work time saved
Customer Stories

Trusted by Security Leaders

Hear from security teams across the world who reduced shadow IT risk with ShadowGuard.

"We went from discovering 40% of our actual endpoints to seeing 98% coverage in less than a month. The AI risk scoring has completely changed how we prioritize remediation. This tool is a game changer for lean security teams."

Sarah Chen
CISO, Global Financial Services

"The ServiceNow integration saved us hundreds of hours of manual reconciliation work. Suddenly our CMDB is actually accurate. Auditors were impressed by how we could prove continuous device discovery and compliance."

James Rodriguez
IT Director, Healthcare Provider

"We use ShadowGuard to feed risk data directly into our security dashboard. The no-code remediation workflows mean we can enforce policy without scripting. Deployment was easier than expected and ROI came in the first 90 days."

Maya Patel
Security Operations Lead, Tech Company
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about ShadowGuard capabilities, deployment, and pricing.

How does ShadowGuard discover devices without agents?

ShadowGuard uses agentless network scanning techniques including ARP table enumeration, DNS queries, SNMP polling, NetFlow analysis, and cloud API connectors. A lightweight collector sits on your network perimeter and sends discovery queries; devices respond naturally with their fingerprints, revealing type, OS, services, and more. No code or configuration required on endpoints.

Can ShadowGuard integrate with our existing ITSM system?

Yes. ShadowGuard has native connectors for ServiceNow, Jira Service Management, BMC Remedy, Ivanti, and 500+ platforms. Bi-directional sync keeps your CMDB and our discovery results in real-time alignment. Updates flow both directions: new assets auto-create tickets, and ticket closures update device status.

What compliance frameworks does ShadowGuard cover?

ShadowGuard includes pre-built compliance templates for SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, GDPR, and NIST CSF. Reports include device discovery methodology, remediation timelines, control attestations, and audit evidence — all exportable in standard formats for your auditors. Custom compliance mappings can be configured for industry-specific requirements.

How long does deployment take?

Typical deployment is 15–30 minutes. You provision credentials to your network and ITSM systems, deploy our collector (a lightweight container), and ShadowGuard immediately begins scanning. First discoveries appear within minutes. Full fleet reconciliation typically takes 1–4 hours depending on network size and topology.

Can I build custom remediation workflows?

Absolutely. ShadowGuard includes a no-code workflow builder where you can define rules, conditions, escalation paths, and actions. Trigger quarantine, ticket creation, alert routing, or custom webhooks based on risk score, device type, or policy violations. All workflows include rollback safeguards and post-remediation verification.

How does pricing work?

ShadowGuard offers modular, transparent pricing. ShadowScan (discovery only) starts at $299/month. ShadowIntel (AI classification) is $799/month. ShadowOps (full remediation) is $1,499/month. You can combine modules, and pricing scales based on your asset count and integration depth. Contact sales for custom enterprise pricing.

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See ShadowGuard in Action

Schedule a personalized demo with our team. We’ll walk through device discovery, risk scoring, and remediation workflows using your network topology.