What differs
- Testing approach: Prisma AIRS uses a profiler agent and an attacker agent for context-aware, multi-turn attacks, including multi-agent systems; Cisco AI Defense uses algorithmic red teaming with single and adaptive multi-turn tests, plus Agent Validation for tool routes and persistent state.
- Framework mapping: Prisma AIRS documentation maps attacks to OWASP Top 10 for LLMs, NIST AI RMF, and MITRE ATLAS; Cisco states alignment with NIST, MITRE ATLAS, and OWASP LLM Top 10.
- Entry pricing: Cisco offers Explorer Edition at no upfront cost; Prisma AIRS pricing is contact vendor.
- Wider platform: Prisma AIRS also includes model scanning and posture management; Cisco AI Defense includes runtime guardrails for production AI applications.
- Human-led engagements: neither product page describes one.
Who each tends to fit
The choice often follows your existing security stack. Teams that want to try automated red teaming before a purchase can start with Cisco’s Explorer Edition. Teams that also need model scanning may look at Prisma AIRS.
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