NetRise introduced ZeroLens, an AI-powered cybersecurity tool designed to identify weaknesses in compiled code and firmware before they escalate into exploited vulnerabilities. The new product builds on NetRise’s software asset inventory platform by analyzing binary code for Common Weakness Enumerations (CWEs) that traditional scanners often miss. Using AI, ZeroLens provides detailed summaries and remediation guidance based on the context surrounding detected issues.
ZeroLens targets global enterprises and device manufacturers seeking to proactively mitigate the impact of zero-day exploits. By enabling vulnerability research at scale, ZeroLens allows security teams to upload and analyze thousands of binaries concurrently. This proactive detection aims to shift cybersecurity operations from a reactive to a preventative model, with particular emphasis on environments where firmware and compiled code play critical roles, such as medical devices.
NetRise emphasized that vulnerabilities like Log4j highlight the long-term risks posed by zero-day exploits, even years after initial disclosure. The company said ZeroLens adds a new dimension to its founding vision by enabling organizations to discover and address potential threats before they are exploited.
- NetRise ZeroLens uses AI to analyze compiled code for unidentified weaknesses (CWEs).
- Enables scalable binary analysis for ethical hackers and red teams.
- Prioritizes proactive mitigation over reactive vulnerability response.
- Designed for enterprises, device manufacturers, and federal security teams.
- Complements NetRise’s software asset inventory and binary composition analysis capabilities.
“By identifying weaknesses in code already running on devices that are critical to the enterprise, NetRise ZeroLens provides CISOs and their teams a path to rapid detection and mitigation before those weaknesses are exposed as vulnerabilities,” said Thomas Pace, CEO of NetRise.
- NetRise, headquartered in Austin, Texas, was founded in 2020 by cybersecurity veterans Thomas Pace and Michael Scott, both with backgrounds at Cylance and Tanium. The company focuses on securing the software supply chain by analyzing compiled code and firmware to identify vulnerabilities and risks. NetRise’s mission is to provide organizations with visibility into their software components, enabling proactive risk management. Since its inception, NetRise has raised a total of $24.8 million in funding, including a recent $10 million Series A round led by DNX Ventures, with participation from existing investors such as Miramar Digital Ventures, Sorenson Capital, Squadra Ventures, and Talons Ventures . The company’s platform supports the generation and analysis of Software Bills of Materials (SBOMs), aiding organizations in understanding and mitigating risks within their software ecosystems .