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While everything at the conference was fascinating, I particularly enjoyed the work of a few organizations
in the cyber arena and loved learning more about the groundbreaking efforts their teams are making in
the field. From developing advanced security technologies to pioneering new methods for protecting
digital infrastructure, these organizations are at the forefront of making our digital lives more secure. In
this trip report, I am covering some of these amazing people I talked with and the organizations they
represent.

HORIZON3.ai: Revolutionizing Penetration Testing with NodeZero

In discussion with Snehal Antani, Co-Founder and CEO of HORIZON3.ai, we explored how organizations
are constantly under threat from sophisticated attacks such as APTs, ransomware, and other malicious
actors. Traditional penetration testing methods, while effective, are often labor-intensive, expensive, and
time-consuming, making it challenging for businesses to keep up. HORIZON3.ai is addressing this critical
issue with their groundbreaking solution: NodeZero, an automated penetration testing platform that
combines human expertise with machine automation.

Node Zero automates many of the time-consuming aspects of penetration testing, allowing human
experts to focus on more complex tasks and analysis. It provides detailed reports with remediation
information, making it easier for organizations to address vulnerabilities and comply with industry
standards. It clearly explains the sequence of events leading to critical impacts, providing proof of
exploitation and detailed descriptions of necessary fixes. One feature of the dashboard that I particularly
liked is its design, catering to users of all skill levels, from early career IT professionals to seasoned pen-
testers; NodeZero makes penetration testing accessible and efficient.

Snehal Antani said "We are not making just another AI solution. It's an autonomous system that embodies
a human-machine teaming approach," He explained, that this approach leverages the strengths of both
human penetration testers and automated tools, providing a more comprehensive and scalable solution.
The platform offers transparency and visibility into ongoing operations, allowing clients to monitor running
modules, discovered issues, and network connections in real time.

HORIZON3.ai’s NodeZero platform (Figure 1) is revolutionizing the way organizations approach
cybersecurity. By providing continuous, autonomous penetration testing, it helps organizations
proactively identify and fix vulnerabilities, ensuring a robust defense against sophisticated cyber threats.
With its innovative features and user-friendly design, setting new benchmarks in the cybersecurity
industry, empowering organizations to secure their digital assets effectively.

Clients have praised Horizon3.ai for the transformative impact of NodeZero on their cybersecurity
strategies. A Senior IT Security and Risk Specialist shared, “NodeZero has given our organization the
ability to conduct penetration testing in a reliable, repeatable, and affordable manner. The insights we
gain from the platform are invaluable in strengthening our security posture.”

Overall, the aim is to revolutionize the internal penetration testing process by providing a more efficient,
accurate, and secure solution that combines human expertise with machine automation, while minimizing
the attack surface and providing detailed, actionable reports for remediation to the clients.

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