Tokyo, Japan - October 4, 2024 - PrivTech, Inc., a leading Japanese company specializing in privacy and cybersecurity solutions, has entered into a strategic partnership with HackerOne, the leader in human-powered security. This collaboration marks a significant milestone for PrivTech as it expands its cybersecurity services, providing Japanese companies access to world-class ethical hackers to combat the growing cyber threats.
As cybersecurity risks in Japan continue to escalate, the complexity and sophistication of cyberattacks are also increasing. Studies show that 99% of unauthorized access cases in Japan are initiated from overseas. In partnership with HackerOne, PrivTech aims to empower Japanese companies to identify and address vulnerabilities before they can be exploited by malicious actors, strengthening overall cyber defenses.
One of the key challenges facing Japan's cybersecurity industry is a shortage of skilled ethical hackers. Additionally, language barriers have hindered Japanese companies from fully benefiting from the expertise of global cybersecurity experts. PrivTech's partnership with HackerOne will bridge this gap, allowing Japanese businesses to leverage a vast global pool of ethical hackers and advanced cybersecurity intelligence.
The HackerOne Platform enables Japanese companies to access a global community of ethical hackers to evaluate company systems for vulnerabilities, helping identify potential security gaps. With this partnership, PrivTech will oversee the entire process for its clients, handling everything from liaising with HackerOne to managing programs on the platform and triaging vulnerabilities. By utilizing this service, Japanese companies can tap into the expertise of global ethical hackers to perform various security evaluations, including bug bounty, penetration testing, vulnerability reporting, and comprehensive attack surface analysis.
Daisuke Nakamichi, CEO at PrivTech said: "Our partnership with HackerOne enhances our ability to protect Japanese businesses from ever-evolving cyber threats. HackerOne's platform, combined with the expertise of thousands of ethical hackers, allows us to offer proactive, comprehensive security services to our clients, helping them safeguard their digital assets with the highest level of confidence."
Simon Molenberg, VP of Sales, APAC said: "Increased cyberattacks and growing regulatory requirements have made cybersecurity more complicated than ever for organizations across APAC. Priv Tech's customers can now access globally accepted cybersecurity best practices like vulnerability disclosure programs and penetration testing services to meet compliance requirements and address their biggest cybersecurity challenges."
John Addeo, VP of Channel Partnerships said: "Welcoming a trusted partner like Priv Tech into our partner program makes it easier for Japanese organizations to benefit from a global community of expert ethical hackers. Paired with HackerOne's platform, these experts simplify how organizations find high-impact vulnerabilities that automated solutions might miss. As a part of Priv Tech's portfolio, we look forward to collaborating so their customers become even more resilient against a turbulent threat landscape."
About Privtech
PrivTech, Inc. is a pioneering Japanese startup specializing in privacy support and cybersecurity solutions. As one of Japan's top three providers of privacy data solutions, PrivTech integrates advanced risk mitigation strategies to protect businesses from both regulatory and cybersecurity threats. With an elite team of bilingual security experts, PrivTech is committed to helping Japanese companies navigate the complex digital landscape with confidence. Our innovative approach and strong customer base position us as a trusted leader in the Japanese market.
About HackerOne
HackerOne is the global leader in human-powered security, harnessing the creativity of the world's largest community of security researchers with cutting-edge AI to protect your digital assets. The HackerOne Platform combines the expertise of our elite community and the most up-to-date vulnerability database to pinpoint critical security flaws across your attack surface. Our integrated solutions, including bug bounty, pentesting, code security audits, spot checks, and AI red teaming, ensure continuous vulnerability discovery and management throughout the software development lifecycle. Trusted by industry leaders such as Coinbase, General Motors, GitHub, Goldman Sachs, Hyatt, PayPal, Snap Inc, and the U.S. Department of Defense, HackerOne was named a Best Workplace for Innovators by Fast Company in 2023 and a Most Loved Workplace for Young Professionals in 2024.