Detectify has introduced a new solution called Internal Scanning, designed to enhance cybersecurity by bridging the visibility gap between external perimeters and internal environments. This innovative tool enables security teams to identify and address vulnerabilities behind the firewall with the same efficiency they apply to external assets. As organizations increasingly treat their internal networks as secure havens, Detectify aims to challenge this misconception, highlighting the risks posed by compromised endpoints and lateral movement.
Internal networks, which include internal-facing applications such as staging environments and administrative panels, have become attractive targets for cybercriminals. The launch of Internal Scanning utilizes a proprietary crawling and fuzzing engine, combined with insights from its Crowdsource community of elite ethical hackers, Alfred AI, and internal researchers. This integration allows for comprehensive protection of an organization’s attack surface from a single platform.
Modernizing Internal Security Solutions
According to Rickard Carlsson, CEO of Detectify, traditional internal scanning tools have become outdated. “Security teams have had clunky, legacy internal scanning tools for decades, but they weren’t built for today’s ephemeral infrastructure and release speed,” he stated. The company has developed a modern architecture that supports high-velocity, payload-based testing, ensuring that internal security measures keep pace with the rapid development cycles of today’s teams.
Unlike traditional Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) tools, which often slow down the process with lengthy manual instrumentation, Internal Scanning is designed specifically for collaboration between DevOps and Application Security (AppSec) teams. This approach prioritizes scalability without added overhead, transforming security testing into a catalyst for engineering efficiency.
Key Benefits for Organizations
With Internal Scanning, organizations can leverage advanced tools to manage risks associated with their most sensitive data. The solution provides strategic capabilities that allow security teams to operate effectively within their internal networks, thereby reducing the risk of breaches and enhancing overall security posture.
In a landscape where cyber threats are increasingly sophisticated, the introduction of Detectify’s Internal Scanning represents a significant step forward. By equipping security teams with the tools they need to stay agile and proactive, the company aims to redefine how organizations protect their internal environments against emerging threats.
