ProjectDiscovery.io

The founders admit that open source cyber security isn't for everyone - for instance, if tight control over an intellectual property is a priority, then proprietary solutions will be needed. But for big, scalable projects which will interact with lots of diverse customers, then the approach provides instant feedback and an ability to counteract threats as they arise. It has also allowed ProjectDiscovery to grow a developer base of hundreds of engineers and the largest online open source InfoSec community within just a few years.

Having developed a novel concept in the fight against cybercrime, the company has swiftly raised capital in multiple funding rounds. It is using this funding to further develop its products, offering new cloud-based detection and monitoring solutions. As online threats continue to grow, this company seems set to develop into a significant business in this sector.