Commvault, a prominent player in cyber resilience and data protection solutions for hybrid cloud environments, has recently expanded its HyperScale portfolio with the introduction of HyperScale Edge and HyperScale Flex. These solutions aim to address the growing data security concerns of modern enterprises operating in remote offices and edge environments—locations increasingly targeted by cybercriminals.
The 2024 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report highlighted a significant increase in cyberattacks, particularly against edge devices and virtual private networks (VPNs), which reported an alarming rise in breaches to 22%—an eightfold increase from the previous year. This underscores the urgent need for robust security measures as these environments become pivotal yet vulnerable components of enterprise infrastructure.
In response, Commvault has enhanced its HyperScale line to support organizations in fortifying their cyber defense capabilities. Building upon its flagship HyperScale X capability, the new Edge and Flex solutions deliver enhanced flexibility, performance, and resilience across varied environments. Both innovations are deployed as software images, allowing for seamless installation on validated hardware, further simplifying the integration process for businesses.
“Every organization has unique needs. For instance, modern retailers often handle critical data across multiple locations, while larger enterprises may wish to optimize their existing storage setups. Regardless of their infrastructure, all businesses seek improved cyber resilience,” stated Pranay Ahlawat, Chief Technology and AI Officer at Commvault. The launch of HyperScale Edge and HyperScale Flex reflects an effort to provide businesses with both adaptability and state-of-the-art cyber resilience.
HyperScale Edge is specifically designed for smaller businesses—such as retail stores and branch offices—where IT resources and physical space may be constrained. This solution is compatible with validated hardware from leading vendors like Dell, HPE, and Lenovo, thereby allowing customers to align deployments with their current infrastructure. HyperScale Edge is offered through a subscription model per node per month or as a perpetual license with support, and it can be deployed on approved servers based on the HyperScale Reference Architecture.
On the other hand, HyperScale Flex targets large-scale and data-intensive sectors, including technology, telecommunications, and healthcare. It provides scalable backup and recovery while supporting a flexible architecture that can connect to external flash storage pools. The solution is compatible with certified storage from Pure Storage, VAST Data, and soon HPE, helping organizations meet the rigorous performance demands and multi-petabyte capacity requirements essential for modern applications and AI/ML workloads. Currently, it is in the early adoption phase with select customers.
With increasing data breaches focusing on edge locations, understanding the tactics used by cyber adversaries is crucial. Based on the MITRE ATT&CK framework, the techniques likely utilized during these attacks can include initial access through compromised remote devices and persistence via malicious software on edge systems. Outcomes such as data exfiltration or privilege escalation demonstrate the importance of a proactive approach to cybersecurity.
In a landscape marked by evolving cyber threats, the introduction of HyperScale Edge and HyperScale Flex by Commvault signifies a pivotal development for organizations striving to reinforce their cybersecurity posture against a backdrop of increasingly sophisticated attacks.
