ThreatLocker

ThreatLocker is a Zero Trust-based security platform that flips traditional logic on its head. Instead of trying to identify and block what is dangerous, the platform only allows what is explicitly approved. Everything else is blocked by default.

The difference may sound technical, but in practice, it is critical. A detection tool must be right every single time to protect you. An allowlist doesn't need to recognize the threat at all – unknown code simply won't run.

Ringfencing – restricting even what is permitted

Just because an application is approved doesn't mean it should be allowed to do whatever it wants. ThreatLocker can restrict what each permitted application can access: which files it can reach, whether it can communicate with the internet, and whether it can launch other programs.

A classic example is Office macros. Word needs to run, but Word does not need to launch PowerShell. With ringfencing, you can allow the former without the latter, closing one of the most common entry points into an organization.

Why organizations choose ThreatLocker

Protection that doesn't rely on recognition. Unknown code is blocked regardless of whether it exists in a database or not.

Significantly reduced attack surface. The less that is allowed to run, the less there is to exploit.

Control over privileges. Users work with the least privilege necessary, with the ability to elevate it temporarily for a specific task.

Real-time approvals. When a user needs something that isn't permitted, the request can be handled immediately, rather than becoming a ticket that sits for two days.

Clear audit trails. You can show exactly what is allowed to run in your environment and who approved it.

ThreatLocker features

Application control. Zero Trust with default deny – only approved applications run.

Ringfencing. Restricting what permitted applications can do and access.

Least privilege. Access management with temporary elevation when needed.

Storage control. Controlling which devices and storage media are permitted for use.

Centralized policy management. Managing rules for servers and clients from a single location.

Real-time approvals. Handling exception requests without disrupting the workflow.

What ThreatLocker does that the others don't

We deploy several security platforms, and they solve different tasks even when they look similar at a glance.

The unique feature of ThreatLocker is that it sits ahead of everything else in the chain. Other tools react to something that is already happening; ThreatLocker ensures it never starts. It is the only one of our security tools that works entirely preventively.

SentinelOne detects and stops what manages to get through anyway. Huntress adds human analysis when something behaves strangely without being obviously malicious. Guardz monitors identities and email. ThreatLocker does not replace any of them – it reduces how much they need to handle.

An honest note on implementation

ThreatLocker is not a tool you roll out in an afternoon. The platform starts in a mode where it learns what is running in your environment, and then someone needs to go through the list and decide what should be permitted.

That work takes time, and that is also the reason why some organizations never reach the finish line on their own. It is worth knowing that before you start – and that is exactly where we usually provide the most value.

Multisourcing – our strategy as a distributor

We have deliberately chosen to carry multiple vendors in each category rather than representing just one. This is the foundation of how we build our portfolio.

A distributor with only one brand can only recommend that brand. We, on the other hand, can assemble the layers based on your specific environment – and advise against the layers you don't need.

It also provides a practical advantage that is easy to overlook: you can switch products without switching partners. If a vendor raises their prices, changes their packaging, or gets acquired, the alternatives are already here with us, with the same contracting party, the same support, and the same point of contact.

We are a distributor, not a reseller

MSP Nordics distributes ThreatLocker in the Nordics. We guide you through the learning phase, help you build robust policies, and assist you in finding the balance between security and productivity.

That balance is the core challenge of Zero Trust. Rules that are too strict lead to frustrated users and a flood of exception requests; rules that are too loose provide protection that doesn't actually protect. Support available in Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, and English.

Frequently asked questions about ThreatLocker

How much does ThreatLocker cost?
Licensing is per protected endpoint. The price depends on the number of devices and the contract length. Get in touch and we will provide a quote for your environment.

Does ThreatLocker replace our antivirus or EDR?
No. It is a preventative layer that sits ahead of detection. Most organizations run ThreatLocker alongside an EDR tool.

Will our users be blocked all the time?
You will notice the transition at first, but after the learning phase and a well-crafted policy, it becomes rare. Furthermore, real-time approvals allow exceptions to be handled in minutes.

How long does implementation take?
Expect a few weeks from rollout until the policies are fully established. The size of the environment and the number of applications are the deciding factors.

Is ThreatLocker suitable for smaller organizations?
Yes, but be honest with yourselves about who will manage the policies. If that role is missing, you should either seek ongoing assistance or start with a simpler layer.

Does it help against ransomware?
Yes, and that is one of the most common reasons organizations implement it. Ransomware must execute in order to encrypt anything, and unknown code cannot run in an allowlist environment.