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Should You Buy, Sell or Hold CrowdStrike Stock Before Q1 Earnings?
CrowdStrike CRWD is scheduled to report its first-quarter fiscal 2026 results on June 3, 2025. CrowdStrike anticipates revenues between $1.1006 billion and $1.1064 billion for first-quarter fiscal 2026. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for CRWD's fiscal first-quarter revenues is pegged at $1.1 billion, indicating year-over-year growth of 19.92%. For the fiscal first quarter, the company expects non-GAAP earnings per share between 64 cents and 66 cents. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for CRWD's fiscal first-quarter earnings is pegged at 66 cents per share, indicating a year-over-year decline of 29%. The consensus mark for earnings has been revised upward by a penny over the past 60 days. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research CrowdStrike's earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, the average surprise being 11.65%. (Find the latest EPS estimates and surprises on Zacks Earnings Calendar.) CrowdStrike price-eps-surprise | CrowdStrike Quote Our proven model does not conclusively predict an earnings beat for CrowdStrike this time. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) increases the odds of an earnings beat, which is not the case here. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank stocks here. CRWD currently carries a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell) and has an Earnings ESP of 0.00%. You can uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they are reported with our Earnings ESP Filter. CrowdStrike's first-quarter fiscal 2026 results are likely to benefit from the robust demand of its cybersecurity products, given the increasing number of threat incidents across the globe. As a rising number of employees log into the enterprise's network, the vulnerabilities of cyber breaches lead to a greater need for security. These factors are likely to have spurred the demand for CRWD's products in the fiscal first quarter. CrowdStrike's robust pipeline of deals indicates that the company is ideally positioned to capitalize on this opportunity. CrowdStrike's robust revenue growth in subscriptions is likely to have contributed significantly to the first-quarter top line. Furthermore, the rising number of net new subscription customer additions might have acted as a tailwind for CrowdStrike. CRWD's partnership with Amazon Web Services ('AWS') is a bright spot, enabling the company to gain from the availability of its products on the AWS platform. The expansion in the volume of transactions through Amazon's AWS Marketplace, growth in co-selling opportunities with AWS and Salesforce, and the uptake of AWS service integrations are likely to have contributed to CRWD's earnings in the to-be-reported quarter. CrowdStrike has achieved C5 compliance from the German Federal Office for Information Security and FedRAMP authorization from the United States. This is likely to have brought in more government-based contracts, providing stability to its top line. Moreover, CrowdStrike gained multiple AI-based capabilities like AI Model Scanning, Shadow AI detection and Charlotte AI Agentic Detection Triage. These innovations are likely to have helped the company gain more customers. In the year-to-date period, shares of CRWD have climbed 34.1%, outperforming the Zacks Security industry and its peers, including Check Point Software CHKP, Palo Alto Networks PANW and SentinelOne S. The Zacks Security industry has returned 17.2% year to date. Shares of Check Point Software and Palo Alto Networks have returned 20.1% and 2.1%, respectively, while SentinelOne shares have plunged 21.7% in the same time frame. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research Now, let's look at the value CRWD offers investors at the current levels. CRWD is trading at a premium with a forward 12-month P/S of 22.29X compared with the industry's 14.24X, reflecting a stretched valuation. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research CrowdStrike is facing several challenges related to customers' negative sentiments since the global IT outage incident on July 19, 2024. The company has been implementing the Customer Commitment Package to retain its customers, which includes product additions and discounts, hence compressing its revenue recognition and profitability. Amid customer backlash and ongoing regulatory scrutiny that could damage CrowdStrike's reputation, competitors may seize the opportunity to attract and convert its customer base. The cybersecurity space already contains players like Palo Alto Networks, SentinelOne and Check Point, which provide similar products like CrowdStrike. For instance, CrowdStrike's Falcon Extended Detection and Response that connects multiple layers, including email, endpoints, servers, cloud workloads, and network, to provide a comprehensive security competes with SentinelOne's Singularity platform, which provides AI-powered endpoint protection and XDR. SentinelOne also offers Autonomous threat hunting and remediation like CRWD. Like CRWD, Palo Alto Networks provides endpoint protection through Cortex XDR, which combines endpoint, network, and cloud data to detect and respond to threats. On the other hand, Palo Alto Networks' Prisma Cloud competes with CRWD's Falcon Cloud Security. CrowdStrike and Check Point Software compete particularly in endpoint protection, cloud security, and threat intelligence. CRWD's stretched valuation and precarious situation amid revenue compression, lowered profitability and stiff competition raise investors' concerns. Considering all these factors, we believe it is prudent to stay away from this stock before the first quarter fiscal 2026 earnings. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (CHKP) : Free Stock Analysis Report SentinelOne, Inc. (S) : Free Stock Analysis Report Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (PANW) : Free Stock Analysis Report CrowdStrike (CRWD) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research ( Zacks Investment Research Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Associated Press
2 days ago
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A-LIGN Issues CMMC Level 2 Certification to Quiet Professionals
TAMPA, Fla., May 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A-LIGN, a leading Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Third-Party Assessor Organization (C3PAO), proudly announces the issuance of one of its first CMMC Level 2 certifications to Quiet Professionals LLC. This milestone underscores A-LIGN's dedication to helping U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) contractors meet stringent cybersecurity requirements while safeguarding sensitive Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). The CMMC program requires all DoD defense contractors under Level 2 to meet cybersecurity controls and be certified by a C3PAO assessment. Prime contractors and their subcontractors are required to demonstrate that cybersecurity controls have been sufficiently implemented through the completion of independent validation activities performed by an authorized C3PAO like A-LIGN. 'At A-LIGN, we are at the forefront of CMMC, providing businesses with expert guidance to navigate the new DoD standards with confidence,' said Jennifer Hawks, Federal Practice Lead at A-LIGN. 'As a trusted C3PAO, A-LIGN leverages its team of expert CCAs and CCPs to guide organizations through the complex process of CMMC Level 2 certification. We are honored to work with industry leaders like Quiet Professionals, one of the first organizations to secure certification, as they set the standard for cybersecurity excellence.' Quiet Professionals is a veteran-founded company providing secure, scalable solutions for national security and defense organizations, headquartered in Tampa. As the company advances solutions in OSINT, Geospatial Analytics, and Cloud Computing, earning CMMC Level 2 certification reinforces the company's ability to securely support customers' critical missions. 'Our team committed to fully understanding NIST 800-171 and each control family. We developed tailored solutions to meet every requirement, drawing from industry research and leveraging our Microsoft partnership. A-LIGN was a strong partner throughout the process to achieve CMMC Level 2 certification. Their structured approach and expertise helped validate the work our cybersecurity team has done. This achievement is a testament to our collective effort,' said Cory Wilson, Director of Information Technology at Quiet Professionals. As a top C3PAO with over 20 years of experience, A-LIGN has completed over 1,000 NIST-based assessments, including FedRAMP, GovRAMP, NIST 800-171. Contact A-LIGN today to secure your spot in the CMMC certification queue and streamline compliance with an expert-driven approach. About A-LIGN A-LIGN is the leading provider of high-quality, efficient cybersecurity compliance programs. Combining experienced auditors and audit management technology, A-LIGN provides the widest breadth and depth of services including SOC 2, ISO 27001, HITRUST, FedRAMP, and PCI. A-LIGN is the number one issuer of SOC 2 and HITRUST and a top three FedRAMP assessor. For more information, visit About Quiet Professionals LLC Quiet Professionals LLC is a veteran-founded defense and technology company specializing in intelligence, advanced analytics, cybersecurity, and mission support for U.S. government agencies. With roots in the Special Operations Forces (SOF), Quiet Professionals provides highly specialized expertise in counter-threat intelligence, geospatial analysis, cloud integration, and secure technology and operational support to address today's most complex national security challenges with precision and speed. Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, near MacDill Air Force Base—home to U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) and U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM)—Quiet Professionals partners with industry leaders like Esri, Microsoft Azure, and Databricks to deliver mission-critical solutions. Built on a foundation of service and excellence, Quiet Professionals empowers defense and intelligence agencies with the expertise, technology, and operational agility to outpace emerging threats and safeguard national security. For more information, visit Media Contact: Elizabeth Strickert [email protected] View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE A-LIGN
Associated Press
2 days ago
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- Associated Press
TuxCare FedRAMP Bundle for AlmaLinux Offers Streamlined Compliance
PALO ALTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2025 / / -- TuxCare, a global innovator in securing open source, today announced the release of its new TuxCare FedRAMP Bundle for AlmaLinux that provides a greatly streamlined path toward meeting stringent compliance requirements. Designed to eliminate the hurdles associated with FedRAMP's strict security, cryptography, and reporting standards, the TuxCare bundle offers AlmaLinux users: -- FIPS 140-3 Compliance with Extended Security Updates: FIPS-validated cryptography and extended security maintenance for AlmaLinux, ensuring continuous compliance with FedRAMP cryptographic and flaw remediation requirements. -- Vulnerability Reporting with TuxCare Radar: Real-time vulnerability risk visibility and reporting, minimizing false positives, and supporting timely, accurate ConMon deliverables for maintaining FedRAMP compliance. -- Security Patching with KernelCare Enterprise and Libcare: Zero-downtime patching for all kernel vulnerabilities and vulnerabilities in critical shared libraries, maintaining operational resilience, and supporting timely compliance with FedRAMP contingency and incident response controls. 'TuxCare aims to serve as a valued business enabler for organizations that deliver cloud services to the federal government and need to meet these specific compliance requirements,' said Michael Canavan, Chief Revenue Officer at TuxCare. 'This new TuxCare bundle accelerates FedRAMP authorization, minimizing costs and operational complexities so that organizations can stay focused on their core mission.' For more information on the TuxCare FedRAMP Bundle for AlmaLinux, visit: About TuxCare TuxCare is on a mission to reduce the risk of cyber exploitation while making it easier for enterprises to get the most from their open-source technologies. Through its automated rebootless vulnerability patching solutions, end-of-life security offerings, and enterprise-grade support for AlmaLinux, TuxCare empowers thousands of organizations to protect themselves while leveraging the most advanced enterprise security solutions on the market today. The world's largest enterprises, government agencies, service providers, universities, and research institutions are protected by TuxCare on over one million workloads and growing. For more information, go to DeShea Witcher TuxCare [email protected] Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
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3 days ago
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ScienceLogic® Achieves FedRAMP® Moderate Authorization, Accelerating Public Sector AIOps Adoption and Digital Transformation
Authorization enables the ScienceLogic Government Cloud to deliver secure observability and AIOps capabilities that drive efficiencies and strengthen federal IT service management RESTON, Va., May 28, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ScienceLogic®, a leader in intelligent automation and observability, today announced that it has achieved Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP®) Moderate authorization for the ScienceLogic Government Cloud. A federal initiative intended to streamline and advance the U.S. government's adoption of cloud technologies, FedRAMP evaluates cloud-based products and services against a standardized framework developed to validate each tool's security and risk controls. Following a rigorous security assessment by a third-party assessment organization (3PAO) and completion of additional FedRAMP requirements, the ScienceLogic Government Cloud is now optimally positioned to support federal, state, and local agencies in their digital transformation efforts. Built on the SL1 platform, it delivers a powerful foundation of observability and data management—critical for modernizing IT operations and supporting IT Service Management (ITSM) practices. The platform enables agencies to drive significant operational efficiencies by eliminating manual IT processes, automating incident remediation, and expediting asset discovery across complex infrastructures. These capabilities directly support government-wide efficiency mandates, with ScienceLogic customers reporting up to 20% reduction in IT staffing requirements while simultaneously decreasing system downtime by as much as 30%. Agencies can effectively manage Tier-1 and Tier-2 operational workflows with reduced staffing, benefit from automated CMDB enrichment for accurate configuration management, and enhance mission resilience through predictive analytics. By offering real-time, unified visibility across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments, the platform empowers agencies to proactively monitor the health of systems and ensure the reliability of the critical services their constituents depend on. This comprehensive visibility also strengthens agencies' cyber resilience posture, complementing Zero Trust architecture initiatives and supporting compliance with Executive Order 14028 and CISA directives. Business service views further enhance situational awareness, helping IT teams maintain continuity across increasingly complex infrastructures. "Achieving FedRAMP authorization marks a pivotal milestone in our mission to support government agencies in their digital transformation journeys. This designation not only affirms the security and reliability of the ScienceLogic Government Cloud platform but paves the way for broader adoption of advanced AIOps capabilities across the public sector," said Dave Link, CEO of ScienceLogic. "By aligning with FedRAMP's rigorous standards, we can more rapidly enable agencies to modernize IT operations, gain real-time visibility, and harness automation at scale— accelerating innovation and improving outcomes government-wide." "ScienceLogic is committed to maintaining the highest levels of security and compliance for the ScienceLogic Government Cloud, exemplified by our new FedRAMP authorization and existing listings on the Department of Defense Information Networks (DoDIN) Approved Products List (APL), ISO 27001, and other certifications," said Lee Koepping, chief technologist for the public sector at ScienceLogic. "With our proven commitment to security, we're pleased to enable agencies to gain the critical IT observability and efficiencies that they need to enhance their operations while withstanding the evolving cyber threat landscape." The ScienceLogic Government Cloud delivers the full power of SL1 and PowerFlow, enabling seamless integrations between the platform and a wide range of third-party applications. These include ITSM and incident response tools such as ServiceNow, Atlassian Jira, Salesforce Service Desk, Cherwell, Everbridge xMatters, and PagerDuty, as well as collaboration platforms like Microsoft Teams, Slack, and Webex. ScienceLogic's listing in the FedRAMP Marketplace underscores its commitment to delivering secure, scalable solutions to government agencies. For more information about how the ScienceLogic Government Cloud enables digital transformation and supports constituent access to digital services, visit: About ScienceLogic ScienceLogic empowers intelligent, automated operations and comprehensive observability, freeing up time and resources, and driving business outcomes with actionable insights. The ScienceLogic AI Platform sees broadly across clouds and on-premises, enabling business service visibility with relationship mapping, and workflow automation to eliminate manual tasks. Trusted by thousands of organizations across the globe, ScienceLogic's technology has been proven for scale by the world's largest service providers, enterprises, and government agencies. View source version on Contacts Media Contacts: Jess LindbergVP, Global Corporate Lisa ThrockmortonREQ for ScienceLogicsciencelogic@
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4 days ago
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RapidFort and Carahsoft Partner to Streamline Public Sector Compliance and Bolster Federal Software Defenses
Partnership Strengthens Software Security and Streamlines Compliance With Critical Regulatory Frameworks SAN FRANCISCO and RESTON, Va., May 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RapidFort, the fastest growing cybersecurity company securing the global software supply chain, and Carahsoft Technology Corp., The Trusted Government IT Solutions Provider®, today announced a partnership. This partnership enhances Carahsoft's portfolio with RapidFort's software supply chain security platform and curated near-zero CVE images, enabling Public Sector organizations and Government agencies to proactively reduce vulnerabilities by 95% and fast-track Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP®) and CMMC compliance by months. Under the agreement, Carahsoft will serve as RapidFort's Public Sector distributor, making the company's solutions available through Carahsoft's reseller partners and NASA Solutions for Enterprise-Wide Procurement (SEWP) V contract and E&I Cooperative Services Contract contracts. 'Carahsoft and its reseller partners are proud to provide our customers with a powerful, DoD-trusted platform that enables them to improve their software security and significantly reduce their time to compliance,' said Craig P. Abod, Carahsoft President. 'With RapidFort as part of our portfolio, organizations can now build more secure software, maintain continuous compliance and meet the highest Federal security standards more efficiently and effectively.' Achieving and maintaining compliance with Federal frameworks is a complex, resource-intensive process for vendors. It requires continuous vulnerability management, strict adherence to regulatory standards and substantial documentation. Often, this slows down product launches and places a heavy burden on development and security teams. Public Sector customers needed a more proactive, scalable way to reduce risk and accelerate compliance timelines without compromising on security. RapidFort fills this critical gap by delivering a comprehensive, automated solution that addresses these challenges by: Eliminating vulnerabilities before deployment with curated, near-zero CVE container images for Alpine, Debian, Red Hat and Ubuntu—aligned with key frameworks such as FedRAMP and CMMC. Strengthening security posture and operational resilience through runtime protection and intelligent instrumentation, actively reducing software attack surfaces across environments. Accelerating compliance efforts with automated STIG hardening, real-time vulnerability insights and simplified documentation generation, including SBOM and POAM reports. 'Carahsoft and RapidFort are transforming FedRAMP and CMMC compliance—slashing timelines from months to weeks,' said Mehran Farimani, CEO of RapidFort. 'Our near-zero CVE images and software supply chain security platform slash developer workload by 30%, speed up product launches and reduce vulnerabilities by 95%. We're empowering organizations to achieve top-tier security standards with less complexity and more efficiency. Carahsoft's extensive network, contract vehicles and expertise in Public Sector IT procurement make them an ideal partner to accelerate the adoption of RapidFort's holistic security solution, ensuring agencies meet stringent compliance requirements with ease.' RapidFort is already available through Platform One, Tradewind Marketplace, AWS Marketplace, Microsoft Azure Marketplace, Google Cloud Marketplace, providing a reliable and efficient pathway for organizations looking to enter the Federal marketplace and drive growth in the Government sector. For more information about the RapidFort platform, please visit: RapidFort's solutions are available through Carahsoft's SEWP V contracts NNG15SC03B and NNG15SC27B E&I Contract #EI00063~2021MA. For more information, contact the Carahsoft Team at (703) 230-7575 or RapidFort@ or view this complimentary webinar 'Slash Your FedRAMP Certification Time: A Revolutionary Automated Approach.' About RapidFort RapidFort offers a cybersecurity platform that streamlines and secures modern infrastructure. This innovative approach allows organizations to continuously monitor and minimize their software attack surface, ultimately improving their security posture and operational efficiency. RapidFort empowers development and security teams with a free tier and free community images, making it easy to get started with secure software development. Learn more about RapidFort at Contacts Cole Christy LaunchTech Communications (619) 972-9836 cole@ About Carahsoft's Cybersecurity Solutions PortfolioCarahsoft's Cybersecurity solutions portfolio includes leading and emerging technology vendors that enable organizations to defend against cyber threats, manage risk and achieve compliance. Supported by dedicated Cybersecurity product specialists and an extensive ecosystem of resellers, integrators and service providers, we help organizations identify the right technology for unique environments and provide access to technology solutions through our broad portfolio of contract vehicles. The cybersecurity portfolio spans solutions for Supply Chain Risk Management, Cloud Security, Network & Infrastructure, Identity & Access Management, Risk & Compliance and more, ensuring comprehensive protection for organizations' cyber ecosystems. Explore Carahsoft's Cybersecurity Solutions for Government here. About Carahsoft Carahsoft Technology Corp. is The Trusted Government IT Solutions Provider, supporting Public Sector organizations across Federal, State and Local Government agencies and Education and Healthcare markets. As the Master Government Aggregator® for our vendor partners, we deliver solutions for Cybersecurity, MultiCloud, DevSecOps, Artificial Intelligence, Customer Experience and Engagement, Open Source and more. Working with resellers, systems integrators and consultants, our sales and marketing teams provide industry leading IT products, services and training through hundreds of contract vehicles. Visit us at ContactMary Lange(703) 230-7434PR@ in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
