Boltonshield acquires scanmeter to enable continuous automated cybersecurity testing

Scanmeter's technology enables continuous automated assessments of the external attack surface, and management of vulnerability data, therefore ensuring a proactive approach to cybersecurity. The company which was founded in 2023 stands out with its advanced platform to orchestrate security testing and manage vulnerability data by automating security tests and offering real-time insights. It can reduce the workload of cyber security experts by automating security testing tasks. In addition to the results of scanmeter scans, security experts can integrate their own results and tools whilst having a single platform to consolidate results and vulnerability data.

By integrating scanmeter's advanced EASM capabilities, Boltonshield empowers organizations to visualize vulnerability data of internal and external systems comprehensively. This underlines Boltonshield's mission to automate cybersecurity testing, making companies' cybersecurity postures transparent and affordable. This approach ensures agility and resilience in the face of emerging threats. Scanmeter's cofounder joins forces with Boltonshield, bringing expertise and innovation to develop further and scale this Swiss-made and patented security platform.

Valentin Zahnd, Cofounder of scanmeter said: "By joining forces with Boltonshield, scanmeter will be part of a holistic cyber security testing approach. With the resources and international customer base at hand now, we can improve the platform even more and help organizations of all sizes to strengthen their cyber security posture."

First acquisition in May

In May, Boltonshield which was founded in 2020, took a controlling stake in Citadelo, a market leader in the Slovak and Czech cybersecurity sectors. The collaboration between the two companies expanded their presence in the global Cybersecurity as a Service market with the goal to deliver top-notch security solutions to an ever-growing international clientele. Both brands maintained their independence while joining forces for international expansion efforts that are driven by the combined expertise of both companies. 

While Boltonshield gained a controlling shareholding, the founder and CEO of Citadelo – Tomas Zatko, continued to lead the company, ensuring a seamless transition and ongoing commitment to excellence. In addition to maintaining his leadership role at Citadelo, Tomas Zatko joined Boltonshield’s board of directors as a shareholder.

(Press release / SK)