Attack Simulation platforms

Updated: July 30, 2023

Attack simulation platforms are advanced cybersecurity tools that help organizations test and improve their security defenses against cyber threats. These specialized platforms simulate real-world attack scenarios, such as phishing attempts, malware infections, and other sophisticated cyberattacks, to evaluate the effectiveness of existing security measures. By running simulated attacks, organizations can identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses in their systems, applications, and human interactions. Attack simulation platforms provide detailed reports and insights on the success of the simulated attacks and offer recommendations for strengthening security posture. With continuous testing and assessment, these platforms enable proactive and iterative security improvements, ensuring that organizations can better detect, prevent, and respond to cyber threats. By proactively validating and enhancing security defenses, attack simulation platforms play a crucial role in helping organizations stay one step ahead of cyber adversaries and safeguarding their critical assets and sensitive data.

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2022. Cymulate snaps up $70M to help cybersecurity teams stress test their networks with attack simulations



Cybersecurity startup Cymulate has successfully raised $70 million in a Series D funding round. Cymulate has developed a robust platform designed to assist teams in conducting automated and continuous stress tests on their networks, simulating potential attacks. The platform not only identifies vulnerabilities but also offers guidance on enhancing system defenses against real-world threats. Cymulate's comprehensive solution covers both on-premise and cloud networks, providing breach and attack simulations for various components such as endpoints, email and web gateways. Additionally, it offers automated "red teaming" capabilities and a "purple teaming" facility that enables organizations with limited resources to create and launch different security breach scenarios. In essence, Cymulate offers a holistic approach for companies aiming to maximize the effectiveness of their existing network security architecture.