Thunder Shield Security Unveils Custos Cybersecurity Tool

TAIPEI, Sept. 25, 2023 -- Thunder Shield Security (TSS), a Taiwanese information security service provider, today announced Custos, its next-generation scanning platform. Founded in 2022, Thunder Shield Security, is comprised of top-notch professionals from diverse backgrounds, including Taiwan's IT industry, Singapore's financial sector, and global network technology experts. Custos is equipped with artificial intelligence and machine learning to proactively fight cyber threats and safeguard organizations overall cybersecurity.

Custos comes with a comprehensive toolkit, including a URL fuzzer, website, network, TCP, UDP, SSL, WordPress and Drupal scanners, and Custos Strike, TSS's proprietary automatic penetration testing tool. This unified platform is tailored for effortless implementation, catering to businesses of all sizes with diverse cybersecurity requirements.

1) Comprehensive Cybersecurity Platform: Custos presents an integrated cybersecurity approach where Custos Strike, TSS's automatic penetration testing tool, is a critical component among various scanning tools. The platform seamlessly combines functions like URL fuzzing and website vulnerability scanning (for websites, networks, TCP, UDP, SSL, WordPress, and Drupal) into a single solution, streamlining systems for penetration testers and organizations.

2) Advanced Attack Graphs with AI Machine Learning Capabilities: Custos Strike goes beyond by generating attack graphs and utilizing artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques to detect potential patterns that signify new, previously undiscovered, or zero-day vulnerabilities. It also uncovers fresh attack vectors and conducts simulated attacks, precisely identifying critical vulnerabilities that demand immediate attention.

3) Enhanced Efficiency and Accuracy: Custos empowers ethical hackers and organizations to comprehensively identify vulnerabilities, elevate security stances, optimize resource allocation, and fulfil compliance requirements. It improves penetration testing, decreasing the time required from days to a single day or less.

4) Reducing False Alarms with Machine Learning: At Custos' core, machine learning fine-tunes threat detection by significantly reducing false alarms, ensuring a laser focus on genuine security risks.

Custos is positioned to emerge as an indispensable component of every organization’s IT security strategy in the dynamic landscape of cyber threats. The platform is scheduled for release by the end of 2023, with positive early feedback from beta testers, including web development company Perfect Co. Ltd., highlighting its potential as a transformative cybersecurity tool.

Leo Lu, CEO of TSS, remarked, "Our relentless pursuit of innovation at TSS has led us to develop Custos. We are confident that it has the potential to help the cybersecurity industry, making online security more accessible and effective for businesses and individuals. With Custos, we are not just protecting data; we are safeguarding the future of digital trust."

TSS remains dedicated to seamlessly integrating information security into everyday life, empowering clients to confront future security challenges confidently. Interested parties are encouraged to contact TSS at service@tssecurity.com.tw for further information and collaboration opportunities.

LONDON, Aug. 31, 2023 -- Hornetsecurity has launched The Security Swarm podcast series to inform consumers and business owners on the latest cybersecurity issues. The weekly show, hosted by Hornetsecurity's Andy Syrewicze, brings together experts from across the cybersecurity sector to discuss industry challenges, how businesses can overcome ever-changing threats, and future cybersecurity issues. The podcast’s inception came about because the world of cybersecurity should not be taken on alone.

The informative and educational series has already looked at topics such as AI and whether ChatGPT could conduct a cyberattack, discussions around Hornetsecurity's recent compliance survey, as well as a conversation with Microsoft Certified Trainer on how secure Microsoft 365 actually is. Hornetsecurity is a leading global provider of next-generation cloud-based security, compliance, backup, and security awareness solutions that help companies and organizations of all sizes around the world. Hornetsecurity aim is building a safer digital future and sustainable security cultures.  

Hornetsecurity CEO Daniel Hofmann stated, "The Security Swarm podcast launch has been incredibly successful and delivers insightful conversations about the biggest cybersecurity challenges facing businesses today. This podcast is one of many new approaches we have introduced to support and educate cybersecurity decision-makers across the world." 

The podcast can be listened to via the Hornetsecurity website and is also available to download on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.