ForAllSecure

What began as pioneering research at Carnegie Mellon University has blossomed into ForAllSecure, a company at the forefront of autonomous cybersecurity. Founded in 2012 by a team of dedicated security researchers, including current CEO David Brumley, the company embarked on a mission to fundamentally change how software vulnerabilities are found and fixed. The early vision was clear: to automate the arduous and often manual process of security testing, making software safer for everyone. This academic rigor and innovative spirit quickly garnered attention, setting the stage for significant breakthroughs.

A pivotal moment in ForAllSecure's journey was its groundbreaking victory in the 2016 DARPA Cyber Grand Challenge. Their automated system, Mayhem, competed against the nation's top cybersecurity talents in an unprecedented all-machine hacking tournament, ultimately taking first place. This historic achievement not only validated their approach but also showcased the immense potential of autonomous systems in tackling complex security challenges. Following this success, ForAllSecure began commercializing its Mayhem platform, offering its advanced capabilities to a broader audience. The platform integrates layers of security testing, including fuzz testing and symbolic execution, directly into development workflows, enabling developers to identify and remediate exploitable vulnerabilities with speed and accuracy. Over the years, ForAllSecure has secured significant funding, including a Series B round, to fuel its growth, expand its team, and continuously innovate its product offerings. While the company announced a corporate name change to Mayhem Security in October 2024 to align more closely with its flagship product, its foundational mission to secure the world's software through autonomous technology remains steadfast, serving a diverse range of clients from government agencies to commercial enterprises.