Check Point Software Technologies

Check Point Software Technologies is a cybersecurity company that develops and sells network security, cloud security, endpoint security, and mobile security solutions. Its product portfolio includes firewalls, virtual private networks, intrusion prevention systems, sandboxing technology, and unified threat management platforms. The company serves enterprises, government agencies, and service providers across various industries worldwide. Its solutions are designed to protect data centers, branch offices, remote workers, and cloud environments.

Check Point is headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, and maintains offices in North America, Europe, and Asia‑Pacific regions. It was founded in 1993 by Gil Shwed, Marius Nacht, and Shlomo Kramer. The company’s shares are listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange under the ticker symbol CHKP.

A distinguishing attribute of Check Point is its prevention‑first security architecture, exemplified by the Check Point Infinity platform that integrates network, cloud, and mobile protections. The company operates ThreatCloud, a collaborative threat intelligence network that feeds real‑time data into its security products. Check Point also offers consumer‑focused security through its ZoneAlarm line of products.

Structurally, Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. operates as an independent publicly traded corporation with several subsidiaries, including Zone Labs (the developer of ZoneAlarm) and various regional sales and support entities. It does not have a parent company and retains control over its research, development, and commercial operations. No further ownership details are provided in the source material.