Security | Threat Detection | Cyberattacks | DevSecOps | Compliance

AI penetration testing is changing how organizations identify and exploit vulnerabilities. Instead of relying on traditional manual tests or basic automated scans, autonomous systems now simulate attacker behavior continuously and at scale. These systems use agentic AI to execute real-world exploits, reduce noise, and shift security left, all while keeping human experts focused on the creative flaws machines can’t yet catch.

TL;DR: Aikido and Root have teamed up to deliver hardened container images that fix vulnerabilities fast while letting you keep your current base image. Patch timelines shrink from months to minutes. More about the launch below, or check out our docs. Keeping containers secure isn’t as simple as “just update.” While it sounds straightforward, anyone who’s tried it in a real app knows it’s far from easy.

TL;DR We’ve partnered with TuxCare so you can fix vulnerabilities in legacy dependencies instantly, without rewrites or risky upgrades. Stay secure, compliant, and keep building without trade-offs. Read on for the full launch, or check out our docs to go deeper. As engineering teams scale, managing vulnerabilities in third-party libraries becomes one of the biggest blockers to shipping safely and quickly.

We’re teaming up with our friends at Postman to bring API security even closer to where developers already work. With the upcoming Aikido Security + Postman integration, you’ll be able to view recent security scans for your API collections—without ever leaving Postman. No new tabs. No switching tools. Just quick, clear security insights as you’re building. It’s never been easier to build and scale secure APIs as your organization grows.

You're probably here because you’re inundated (and fed-up!) with the number of acronyms around security tools, platforms, and processes. Every software provider wants to differentiate themselves in a crowded space with new capabilities, leaving developers and security pros exhausted.‍ So here’s our no nonsense list of security acronyms to help you figure out what’s what.

Open source libraries form the backbone of modern software – but they can also introduce serious vulnerabilities if left unchecked. High-profile incidents like the Log4j “Log4Shell” fiasco proved that a single flawed dependency can put countless organizations at risk. In fact, a 2024 report found that 84% of codebases contained at least one known open source vulnerability, and 74% had high-risk vulnerabilities – up sharply from the previous year.

Penetration testing (“pentesting”) has shifted from a once-a-year checkbox to a continuous necessity. In fact, by 2025 the pentesting industry is expected to hit $4.5 billion as companies race to find vulnerabilities before attackers do. Yet 38% of companies only run 1–2 pentests per year – leaving long gaps where new flaws can creep in. That’s a dangerous game when 73% of breaches involve exploiting web app vulnerabilities.

DevSecOps isn’t just a buzzword in 2025 – it’s how modern teams build software without leaving security behind. About 61% of DevOps teams have now adopted DevSecOps practices, meaning automated security checks are embedded throughout development. And for good reason: cyber threats are evolving, from surging open-source supply chain attacks (over 10,000 malicious packages were found in one quarter) to misconfigurations that attackers exploit in cloud infrastructure.

Containers have become the backbone of modern DevOps, but they also introduce new security headaches. A single vulnerable base image or misconfigured container can snowball into a major breach across dozens of services. In fact, recent research found that about 75% of container images carry high-severity or critical vulnerabilities. Add to this the 2025 trends of supply chain attacks and ever-evolving CVEs, and it’s clear that container scanning tools are a must-have.

Modern software teams have a buffet of security tools to choose from. Veracode, Checkmarx, and Fortify are three heavyweight application security platforms often considered by technical leaders. Each promises to secure your code and catch vulnerabilities early. But choosing the right one matters: it impacts developer workflow, security coverage, and how much time your team spends chasing false alarms.