Ridge Security, a leader in AI-powered security validation, proudly announces the release of RidgeBot® 5.0, a major upgrade to its automated penetration testing platform. This release introduces AI-driven Web API testing, enhanced vulnerability management integrations, and an upgraded operating system, further solidifying RidgeBot®’s leadership in automated security testing.
1. Key Features of RidgeBot® 5.0
- AI-Driven Web API Testing:
- First automated penetration testing platform to support HTTP-based API testing.
- Capable of detecting and validating vulnerabilities such as:
- OWASP API Security Top 10 risks
- Broken Authentication
- Hidden API paths
- Helps prevent issues like horizontal privilege escalation, enhancing overall testing effectiveness.
2. Expert Insights
Lydia Zhang, Co-founder and President of Ridge Security, emphasizes the growing security concerns surrounding APIs: “APIs have become a significant security concern due to their growing use in modern software development, especially in web and mobile applications. With RidgeBot® 5.0, we’re pioneering the addition of Web API testing capabilities to our automated penetration platform, helping to prevent attacks targeting these critical paths. This release empowers our customers to protect their applications more effectively and stay ahead of emerging threats.”
3. Enhanced Integration Capabilities
- RidgeBot® 5.0 expands its integration with the three most popular Vulnerability Management (VM) systems.
- This integration allows RidgeBot® to validate vulnerability findings from all major VM providers, enabling:
- Clearer prioritization for remediation efforts.
- Streamlined vulnerability management processes.
RidgeBot® 5.0 represents a significant advancement in automated penetration testing, delivering enhanced capabilities for web application security and deeper vulnerability validation. To stay ahead of evolving threats and maintain a robust security posture, request a demo of RidgeBot® 5.0 today.
