Check Point® Software Technologies introduced its strategic vision for securing the hyper-connected world at CPX 2025 Bangkok, its flagship cybersecurity event. With AI-powered innovations and a hybrid mesh security strategy, Check Point is redefining cyber defense to combat rising threats across APAC, where attacks have surged 58% higher than the global average.
THAILAND 18 February 2025 – Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd., a global leader in cybersecurity, today announced its strategic vision for securing the hyper-connected world at CPX 2025 Bangkok, its premier annual cybersecurity event. With nearly 1,650 attendees, including employees, customers, and partners from across Asia-Pacific (APAC), Check Point showcased its latest AI-driven security innovations and hybrid mesh security strategy to help organizations stay ahead of evolving cyber threats.
Surge in Cyber Threats: APAC Faces Escalating Attacks
With an increase in ransomware, hacktivism, and AI-driven cybercrime, APAC organizations faced an average of 2,915 cyberattacks per week over the last six months—significantly higher than the global average of 1,843 attacks per week, according to Check Point’s Threat Intelligence data.
Key Trends in APAC Cybersecurity:
- 52% of malicious files were delivered via web-based attacks in the last 30 days, indicating a sharp rise in phishing scams.
- Ransomware incidents in APAC accounted for 6.3% of all cyber incidents, compared to 4% globally.
Most Targeted Sectors in APAC:
- Education & Research: 7,372 weekly attacks per organization (vs. 4,127 globally).
- Healthcare: 5,225 weekly attacks per organization (vs. 2,441 globally).
- Government/Military: 4,834 weekly attacks per organization (vs. 2,593 globally).
Check Point’s AI-Driven Cybersecurity Innovations
As cybercriminals leverage AI to scale their attacks, Check Point is embedding AI across its security framework to enhance prevention-first protection.
“We are entering a new era where AI is both the greatest threat and the most powerful defense,” said Nadav Zafrir, CEO, Check Point Software. “Our mission is to stay ahead of cybercriminals by integrating AI across our entire security ecosystem to protect businesses today and prepare them for future threats.”
At CPX 2025, Check Point introduced groundbreaking AI-powered cybersecurity solutions to combat evolving threats:
- Infinity AI Copilot – A GenAI-powered assistant that automates security operations, streamlines policy enforcement, and enhances threat response.
- AI-Driven Threat Prevention & Automated Incident Response – With Infinity Playblocks, organizations can orchestrate security actions using natural language AI automation.
- Zero Trust Reinvented with AI – Infinity Identity introduces AI-powered access controls and policy auditing to ensure compliance across hybrid environments.
“The Infinity AI Bundle simplifies security management while providing proactive threat prevention across enterprises,” said Nataly Kremer, Chief Product Officer, Check Point Software.
Industry Recognition & Benchmark Performance
Check Point’s Infinity Platform continues to lead in cybersecurity effectiveness. In Miercom’s 2025 benchmark, Check Point achieved a 99.9% malware block rate, ranking as the highest-rated solution against Zero+1 day malware. Additionally, Check Point’s firewall demonstrated the lowest risk of known exploited vulnerabilities (KEVs)—registering only one KEV, compared to competitors with 11, 16, and 21 KEVs.
Industry Leadership Recognitions:
- Named a Leader in GigaOm Radar reports for:
- Application & API Security
- Cloud Network Security
- Cloud Workload Security
“Security is built on trust,” said Gil Shwed, Founder & Chairman, Check Point Software. “With over three decades of cybersecurity leadership, Check Point Infinity remains the gold standard in AI-powered protection for businesses worldwide.”
Future of Cybersecurity: AI, Automation & Unified Protection
With cyberattacks increasing 44% year-over-year, fragmented security solutions and operational complexities pose challenges for organizations. Check Point’s hybrid mesh security model, powered by Infinity AI, delivers unified security policies, real-time threat prevention, and AI-driven Zero Trust enforcement.
“In today’s hyper-connected world, AI-driven threats demand an AI-powered defense,” said Ruma Balasubramanian, President, APAC & Japan. “Check Point Infinity is built for AI, powered by AI, offering the most advanced threat prevention, seamless security management, and collaborative intelligence to ensure businesses remain secure and resilient.”
