BlueFlag Security

Today, we are thrilled to formally introduce BlueFlag Security and announce our $11.5 million seed funding round.    Read how BlueFlag Security is addressing the importance of identity security while providing a unified risk perspective across the SDLC to prevent software supply chain attacks: https://lnkd.in/eqvHpBzq   Many thanks to our investors Maverick Ventures, Ten Eleven Ventures and Pier 88 Investment Partners. As well as to Dr. Chase Cunningham and Prabhath Karanth for sharing their perspectives on the BlueFlag platform.   This is just the beginning!   Raj Mallempati, Ken Schneider Matthew Kinsella, Alex Doll, Frank Timons   #SDLCsecurity #DevSecOps #IdentitySecurity #SoftwareSupplyChainSecurity

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at BlueFlag Security! 🦃🍂 Today, we want to express our gratitude to our incredible team, partners and investors for their unwavering support and commitment. Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful and secure holiday! #HappyThanksgiving #Thanksgiving2024

Last month’s EmeraldWhale breach highlights a troubling trend poised to dominate the 2025 threat landscape: cybercriminals are shifting their focus from completed applications to the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). In our latest blog, we analyze how attackers exploited SDLC security gaps to steal over 15,000 cloud service credentials—and what it means for the future of software security. Key insights include: 🔍 Why attackers are shifting focus to the SDLC ⚠️ How small gaps in security create massive opportunities for attackers 🔒 What this shift means for the future of SDLC security Learn more, including how BlueFlag Security’s identity-first approach can protect your development environment before it becomes the next target: https://bit.ly/3Ojhhmz #BlueFlagSecurity #IdentitySecurity #SDLC #SDLCsecurity #SDLCgovernance #SDLCAttacks #EmeraldWhale

One of the four foundational pillars at the heart of BlueFlag’s SDLC security and governance platform is pipeline security posture management (PSPM). Our enhanced PSPM pillar protects your software development environment from critical risks by... 💪 Enforcing policies that secure your pipeline from build to deployment 🛑 Preventing unapproved code changes with branch protection rules 👀 Monitoring for missing security tools These tactics result in a commitment to allowing only authorized code and configurations throughout your SDLC. Learn how the BlueFlag platform ensures development environments are secure and resilient: https://bit.ly/3YNPWO6 #SDLC #SDLCsecurity #SDLCgovernance #IdentitySecurity #DeveloperSecurity #CyberSecurity #PipelineSecurity

The challenge of insecure software and applications persists, and a recent deep-dive from CSO Online writer David Strom covers key suggestions for enterprises to strengthen their security posture against known flaws.    Our own VP of Revenue, Rajiv Srinivasan, believes the future of software development lifecycle (SDLC) security will be defined by multi-layered threats that target every phase of development, requiring approaches that anticipate vulnerabilities, from poorly secured contractor pipelines to phishing schemes targeting developers. Organizations must be prepared to tackle these threats head-on or risk devastating breaches.     Read more from CSO, and feel free to contact us directly for support in this realm: https://lnkd.in/gJtmKMmQ     #BlueFlagSecurity #IdentitySecurity #SDLC #SDLCsecurity #SDLCgovernance #API #SDLCtips 

At BlueFlag Security, we recognize that human and machine identities are often the primary source of risk in the SDLC. That’s why identity governance is one of four foundational pillars that make up our platform—reducing risks from the source by: ✅ Proactively enforcing the principle of least privilege ✅ Continuously optimizing permissions for all identities ✅ Enforcing strict access controls for critical SDLC assets, like code repositories and build servers ✅ Continuously monitoring for suspicious or abnormal activities, such as unusual clone volumes or commit patterns Learn how the BlueFlag platform keeps development environments secure and resilient: https://lnkd.in/dbTbfeqQ #SDLC #SDLCsecurity #SDLCgovernance #IdentitySecurity #DeveloperSecurity #CyberSecurity

🎯 Why I wrote about the EmeraldWhale breach: This wasn't just another credential theft. When attackers stole 15,000 cloud credentials by targeting development environments instead of applications, they revealed a critical shift in the threat landscape. In my latest blog, I break down: - Why SDLC is becoming attackers' preferred target - How a toxic combination of security weaknesses created the perfect storm - What this means for the future of SDLC security As we look toward 2025, one thing is clear: the battleground has shifted from attacking applications to compromising how they're built. Read my analysis: Why Hackers Are Abandoning App Attacks - Lessons From The Emeraldwhale Breach #SDLCsecurity #CyberSecurity #DeveloperSecurity #CloudSecurity

BlueFlag’s identity-first platform for software development lifecycle (SDLC) security and governance is helping teams streamline security within their software development processes, delivering measurable benefits: 💪 Cut operation costs by 62% by automating security, governance and compliance tasks, allowing teams to focus on high-value projects rather than sweat the small stuff. 💰 Eliminate 30% of DevOps tool license costs by identifying and removing inactive identities. 💡 Reduce remediation time by 80% with guided and auto-remediation, enabling developers to quickly resolve security issues without disrupting workflows. 🔋 Achieve continuous compliance and reduce audit prep time by 45% through automated compliance checks that are embedded into your development process. Want to learn how you can cut costs and maximize performance? Schedule a demo today: https://lnkd.in/e6FrsYWg #BlueFlagSecurity #IdentitySecurity #SDLC #SDLCsecurity #SDLCgovernance

🎬 Now Live: Check out the full episode of CyberRisk TV‘s Founder Stories featuring BlueFlag Security co-founder and CEO Raj Mallempati!    During the episode, Raj sits down with host Allan Alford to discuss his journey as a startup founder, tackling common stereotypes and misconceptions around the role of CEO.    Tune in to hear Raj’s full interview: https://lnkd.in/ezcKKtQd      #SDLC #SDLCsecurity #SDLCgovernance #IdentitySecurity #DeveloperSecurity #CyberSecurity #FoundersStories #Startup  

Maintaining strong security throughout the software development life cycle (#SDLC) just got more efficient and compliant with BlueFlag Security’s expanded integration ecosystem. Now supporting an even broader array of development platforms, tools and environments, our solution fits seamlessly into your workflows—offering deeper insights and enhanced security coverage across your entire development ecosystem. Learn more about the BlueFlag platform’s wide range of integrations: https://lnkd.in/eWqQDCcB #BlueFlagSecurity #IdentitySecurity #SDLC #SDLCsecurity #SDLCgovernance