Adrian Johnson
TLDR:
- Zafran emerged from frustration with existing security frameworks to provide a solution for cyber mitigation.
- The platform uniquely integrates threat detection, risk assessment, and mitigation strategies to help organizations improve their security posture.
In response to a rising tide of cyberattacks and data breaches, Zafran was founded by Sanaz Yashar, formerly of Mandiant, after experiencing firsthand the challenges faced by organizations during cyber incidents. Disappointed with existing security frameworks, Yashar co-founded Zafran to address the gaps in threat detection, risk assessment, and mitigation strategies. Unlike traditional approaches, Zafran combines comprehensive risk assessment with effective mitigation strategies to close the gap between identifying threats and neutralizing them before exploitation occurs.
The platform has already secured Fortune 25 companies as paying customers within six months of launching. Yashar plans to leverage the recent $30 million funding to scale the platform, integrate AI for better threat detection, and assemble a top-tier team. Additionally, Zafran aims to help organizations optimize their existing controls by providing an intuitive dashboard that highlights exploitable risks and suggested activities for risk reduction. By offering automated mitigation playbooks and a war game simulation, Zafran facilitates proactive risk management and efficient threat response.
Looking ahead, Zafran plans to double its workforce by the end of 2024, with a strong focus on expanding its sales and marketing teams in the U.S. Yashar envisions Zafran as the go-to platform for cyber mitigation, driving innovation and reshaping the cybersecurity landscape. By focusing on scalability, innovation, and industry needs, Zafran aims to empower organizations of all sizes to protect their sensitive data and digital assets effectively.
