CrowdStrike Crowned Leader in Forrester Wave for External Threat Intelligence Q3 2026

In the latest Forrester Wave for External Threat Intelligence Service Providers, CrowdStrike emerged as the top performer for Q3 2026. The analysis placed the company at the pinnacle of the chart, awarding it the highest scores in both Strength of Offering and Strength of Strategy.

Forrester’s assessment evaluates vendors on how well they deliver actionable intelligence and how they position themselves for future market shifts. CrowdStrike’s platform, built on the Falcon ecosystem, combines real‑time data collection, machine‑learning analytics, and a vast global threat database to give defenders a decisive edge.

Key strengths highlighted by the report include:

• Comprehensive coverage of malware, phishing, and supply‑chain threats.
• Rapid data ingestion and automated correlation across endpoints, cloud, and network.
• Proactive threat hunting capabilities that reduce the time to detection.
• A clear roadmap that integrates emerging AI and zero‑trust concepts.

For security teams, the accolade means tighter integration between threat intelligence and response workflows, as well as a partner that is actively shaping the next generation of defensive tools.

CrowdStrike’s continued investment in AI‑driven detection and its commitment to expanding the intelligence pipeline reinforce its leadership position. The company’s recent innovations—such as on‑device AI classification and advanced sandboxing—are expected to keep it ahead of evolving adversaries.

As cyber threats grow in sophistication, having a trusted intelligence partner like CrowdStrike can be a critical factor in staying ahead of the curve.