DARPA has tested the Cyber Analytics for Network Defense and Response Options (CANDOR) platform, a new program for cyber threat detection.
The test was conducted in collaboration with the US Army Cyber Command and Project Manager-Defensive Cyber Operations.
During the trial, the development team successfully detected and analyzed malicious activity, assessing the platform’s operational readiness — an essential step before its deployment.
“This test proved CANDOR’s high flexibility and adaptability as an innovative solution designed for deployment across multiple environments,” said Nate Bastian, DARPA Program Manager for CANDOR.
CANDOR Platform
CANDOR is part of the US Constellation program, launched in 2022 to accelerate the transition of cyber technologies from development labs to active cyber battlefields.
“We were able to drastically shorten the design, development, and testing of CANDOR from months to weeks with consistent user integration,” highlighted Bastian.
The platform leverages containerization technology, a process that bundles software and its dependencies for seamless integration and scalability across on-premises data centers and cloud platforms.
These capabilities enable rapid deployment and updates, ensuring the platform adapts to evolving security needs and operational challenges.
Focus on Cyber Defense
In recent years, the US government has initiated several programs to strengthen its cyber defense capabilities amid growing global focus on the sector.
Earlier this month, DARPA contracted RTX’s BBN Technologies to develop a tool designed to boost its digital defenses.
The initiative aims to prevent initial cyber threats from escalating into full-scale attacks while ensuring systems remain efficient and operational.