Pentera
Founded 2015 · 9 known investors
Pentera provides automated red teaming software that uses AI-powered attack simulation to test security defenses and identify vulnerabilities in enterprise environments. The platform enables organizations to conduct adversarial testing on demand at scale, with configurable attack scenarios ranging from script kiddies to nation-state level sophistication.
AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityDeveloper ToolsEnterprise Software
Founders & leadership
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Amitai Ratzonin
Investors · 9
Awz VenturesToronto
Delta-v CapitalDenver · $2M – $10M
Evolution Equity PartnersNew York · $20M – $150M
Insight PartnersNew York · $120M – $350M
VCFA GroupNew York · $150K – $2.5M
Also in the syndicate · 4
Farallon CapitalFarallon Capital ManagementInbound CapitalION Crossover Partners
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements$60M disclosed across 1 of 2 rounds · 2025
- Undisclosed amountpre-SeedApr 2025
Inbound Capital, ION Crossover Partners
Source ↗ - $60MSeries DMar 2025 · 2 sources
Evolution Equity Partners (lead), Farallon Capital, Farallon Capital Management
Source ↗
Source: company announcements and press reports — follow each round's link for the claim.
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In the news
Pentera Expands Leadership, Aiming for AI-Driven Growth - Investors Hangoutinvestorshangout.com · Jul 2026Frequently asked questions
- What does Pentera do?
- Pentera provides automated red teaming software that uses AI-powered attack simulation to test security defenses and identify vulnerabilities in enterprise environments. The platform enables organizations to conduct adversarial testing on demand at scale, with configurable attack scenarios ranging from script kiddies to nation-state level sophistication.
- Who are Pentera's investors?
- Pentera's investors include Awz Ventures, Delta-v Capital, Evolution Equity Partners, Insight Partners, VCFA Group.
- How much funding has Pentera raised?
- Pentera has disclosed $60M raised across 1 of its 2 known rounds.