Cobalt Human-Led, Tech-Enabled Offensive Security Platform

What is Cobalt?

Cobalt offers a comprehensive offensive security platform designed to help organizations optimize resources and accelerate vulnerability remediation. It operates on a Pentest as a Service (PtaaS) model, providing access to a community of vetted security experts on demand. This approach allows businesses to enhance their security posture without significantly expanding their internal teams.

The platform facilitates end-to-end security testing across various attack surfaces, including applications, networks, and cloud infrastructure. It integrates security testing directly into development workflows, aiming to reduce risk and increase operational agility. Cobalt features tools for planning, scoping, executing tests, and managing findings, streamlining the process from discovery to resolution and supporting compliance requirements like PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and SOC-2.

Features

Pentest as a Service (PtaaS): On-demand access to vetted security experts for various pentesting needs.
Comprehensive Service Portfolio: Offers application, network, cloud, brand, and device security testing.
Integrated SaaS Platform: Centralizes planning, testing, collaboration, reporting, and remediation.
Technology Integrations: Connects with ITSM, DevOps, and collaboration tools (e.g., Jira, GitHub, Slack).
Real-time Collaboration: Direct communication with pentesters via the platform and Slack.
Automated Workflows: Streamlines test planning, scheduling, and findings management.
Analytics Dashboard: Provides insights into security posture, findings, remediation progress, and trends.
Flexible Credit Model: Standardized units (Cobalt Credits) for consuming various testing services.
Compliance Support: Assists in meeting requirements for PCI-DSS, HIPAA, SOC-2, ISO 27001, GDPR, etc.
Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST): Automated application security scanning capabilities.

Use Cases

Performing annual compliance pentests (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001).
Securing web applications, APIs, and mobile apps.
Testing AI and Large Language Model (LLM) implementations.
Conducting internal and external network vulnerability assessments.
Reviewing cloud security configurations.
Simulating real-world attacks through red teaming exercises.
Integrating security testing into the Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
Managing and reducing organizational attack surface.
Assessing digital risk and protecting brand reputation.
Securing IoT devices and ecosystems.

FAQs

What is a Cobalt Credit?

A Cobalt Credit is a standardized unit representing 8 pentesting hours. It provides flexibility in planning and executing pentests, allowing tailored work distribution based on asset complexity rather than a fixed scope.
How quickly can a pentest start with Cobalt?

Pentests can typically start within 1-3 business days, depending on the chosen tier and engagement type.
Does Cobalt offer retesting?

Yes, free retesting is included, with the duration varying by pricing tier (e.g., 6 months for Standard, 12 months for Premium/Enterprise).
What kind of support does Cobalt provide?

Cobalt offers customer success support, including onboarding assistance (Email or Live depending on tier) and access to a named Customer Success Manager (CSM) for Premium and Enterprise tiers.
What types of integrations does Cobalt support?

Cobalt offers native integrations with tools like Jira, GitHub, and Slack to streamline workflows between security and development teams.