Attackers move fast. So do we.

Continuous offensive security that helps you find, prioritize, and fix real-world risk before attackers do

Continuous penetration testing and attack surface monitoring, guided by expert humans

Senior-led testing powered by the best tools, models, and attacker techniques

Real-time, actionable guidance so your team fixes what matters most

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How Does It Work?

Understanding your digital footprint is the foundation of effective security. Active Focus ensures continuous attack surface management with expert-led validation—prioritizing real threats, not noise.

  •  Adaptive Testing: Our experts perform penetration testing on newly introduced risks as your attack surface evolves.
  • Threat Intelligence-Driven: We track emerging hacker techniques and validate impact before attackers weaponize them.
  • Human Insights, Not Just Alerts: A dedicated Threat Intelligence Manager (TIM) provides actionable intelligence, cutting through alert fatigue.
  • Year-Round Security: No more annual pentest blind spots—we test continuously, so you stay ahead of threats.

Reduce exposure. De-risk your business. Stay ahead.

IDENTIFY

Uncover & Secure Your Digital Footprint

Gain full visibility into your digital assets and eliminate blind spots. Identify Shadow IT, misconfigurations, and exposure risks before attackers do.

🔹 Know What’s Exposed – Discover where and how your assets are vulnerable.
🔹 Understand the Risk – Get expert analysis on what matters and what needs action.
🔹 Eliminate Unknowns – Detect and control unmanaged and forgotten systems.

No surprises. No hidden risks. Just full control of your attack surface.

Take Control of Your Risk

ASSESS

Penetration Testing That Reduces Business Risk

Our expert penetration testers go beyond checklists—we identify real-world attack paths to your most valuable assets.

🔹 Risk-Based Approach – We focus on what truly matters to your business, not just generic vulnerabilities.
🔹 Actionable Insights – Receive clear, prioritized recommendations to strengthen security posture.
🔹 No Stone Unturned – We simulate advanced attacker tactics to uncover hidden weaknesses.

Test smarter. Prioritize effectively. Reduce risk.

Find Gaps in Your Vulnerabilities
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ASSURE

Continuous Attack Surface Management with Expert Validation

Traditional security tools generate noise—Active Focus delivers real, validated risks that matter. Our Attack Surface Management (ASM) and Offensive SOC ensure your external exposure is continuously mapped, assessed, and tested against evolving threats.

🔹 Real-Time Discovery & Mapping – Know what’s exposed and where—always.
🔹 Expert-Led Testing – Our penetration testers validate changes, not just scan for them.
🔹 Offensive SOC Advantage – A dedicated Threat Intelligence Manager (TIM) delivers actionable insights, not just alerts.
🔹 Stay Ahead of Emerging Threats – Continuous assessment ensures you're always tested against the latest attack techniques.

Reduce exposure. Get real risk intelligence. Stay ahead of attackers.

Continuously Assure with Active Focus!
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Why River Security?

Human-led, not scanner-led

Our penetration testers work with your defenders, supported by a purpose built Attack Surface Management platform. You receive high fidelity alerts, validated findings, and a clear understanding of exposed assets.

Continuous, not occasional

River Security utilizes cutting-edge technology, such as artificial intelligence and machine learning, to provide continuous assessments of risk. This means that customers benefit from the latest and most effective technology in the industry not just once a year, but throughout the year.

Offensive depth with practical guidance

We do not stop at finding issues. We help your team understand what matters, why it matters, and what to fix first.

Built for real-world environments

From exposed assets to application risk, we test in the context of how modern organizations are actually attacked. Our customers greatly appreciate the high-quality advice and expertise provided by a team that understands the field inside and out, as reflected in the testimonials on our website.

Challenging industry norms

River Security is challenging the industry by taking a proactive approach to cybersecurity. Rather than waiting for threats to emerge, we are constantly monitoring and detecting potential threats before they can cause harm. Customers can benefit from a partner that is always one step ahead of cyber criminals.

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Experts behind every finding

Our team brings hands-on offensive security experience from real assessments across modern cloud, application, and external attack surfaces.

  • Senior practitioners with deep offensive experience
  • Findings validated by humans, not just tools
  • Practical recommendations tailored to your environment

Get to know your Digital Footprint

Mapping out the Digital Footprint should be a key priority for companies, especially before undergoing a penetration test to identify vulnerabilities. This activity provides many advantages, including significant cost savings and faster results. By gaining a clear understanding of their digital assets, organizations can quickly identify any weaknesses or systems that require maintenance before undergoing a penetration test.

Testimonial

Active Focus gives Mesta great benefits

"We know that when we receive a report from River Security, there is an actual issue that they can prove. We like how their reports are concise, and that they offer a solution and expert opinion for both short- and long-term fixes."

- Terje Einar Hunvik

Read the customer case here

Backed by 60+ public testimonials

Steps to better security hygiene

Full Asset Visibility

Discover, track, and secure your external attack surface so nothing critical is left unprotected. We use automation and AI agents for maximum speed and thinking.

One Step Ahead of Threats

Continuously assess your attack surface and uncover vulnerabilities as your environment and the threat landscape evolve. We utilize relevant agents and laser sharp humans-in-the-loop for comprehensive testing of your assets.

Turn Insight into Action

Continuously validate your defenses with hands-on penetration testing that exposes weaknesses before adversaries do. When you need to patch immediately, we notify you about it.

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Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers

General

What is Active Focus, and how does it benefit my organization?

Active Focus is our integrated solution that combines Attack Surface Management (ASM) with continuous penetration testing. It provides comprehensive, real-time monitoring of your security landscape, identifying and addressing vulnerabilities before they can be exploited. Unlike traditional solutions, Active Focus offers continuous updates and proactive threat management, enhancing your overall security posture.

How does Continuous Penetration Testing work?
Active Focus uses a combination of technological tools and expert assessments to continuously map and monitor your entire attack surface. This involves regular scans, vulnerability assessments, and penetration tests, as well as automated updates on new threats and vulnerabilities, ensuring that your security measures are always aligned with the latest threat landscape.
Why does Continuous Penetration Testing make my organization significantly safer?
Continuous Penetration Testing provides ongoing, real-time insights into your organization’s security posture, helping to identify vulnerabilities as they arise. This proactive approach allows for quicker remediation, reducing the risk of breaches compared to traditional, periodic testing. By continuously monitoring and assessing your environment, you can stay ahead of threats and maintain stronger security over time.
Who are our customers?
Our customers range from mid-sized businesses to large enterprises across various industries, including finance, energy, and technology. They rely on our expertise in cybersecurity and our continuous, proactive approach to security management to protect their critical assets. Link to public testimonials:
What is the difference between Continuous Penetration Testing and traditional periodic penetration testing?
Active Focus combines ASM (Attack Surface Management) with continuous penetration testing to provide a comprehensive and proactive security strategy. Unlike traditional penetration testing, which is point-in-time and conducted periodically, Active Focus offers continuous monitoring and testing, identifying and addressing vulnerabilities in real-time, ensuring more dynamic and up-to-date security protection.
Will I get a portal/dashboard
Yes, with Active Focus, you will have access to a secure portal where you can monitor real-time data, view detailed reports, and track the progress of vulnerability assessments and remediation efforts. The dashboard provides clear insights into your security posture and actionable recommendations.
What happens if Active Focus identifies a critical vulnerability?
If Active Focus identifies a critical vulnerability, you will be immediately notified with a detailed report outlining the vulnerability, its potential impact, and recommended remediation steps. Our team is available to provide additional support and guidance to ensure the issue is resolved promptly and effectively.
How can Continuous Penetration Testing make us DORA, NIS2, etc. compliant?
Active Focus provides a comprehensive overview of your security posture and helps identify and address gaps that may affect compliance with regulations such as DORA, NIS2, and ISO 27001. Continuous monitoring and regular reports ensure that you can maintain and document the necessary security standards over time.
What Peneteration Testing Methodology do you use?

Many of the penetration testing methodologies out there are lacking greatly in flexibility. This is why River Security has developed our own methodology which you can read about here: https://riversecurity.eu/penetration-testing-methodology/

Costs and Budget

What does it cost?
Pricing for Active Focus is based on the size and complexity of your organization’s infrastructure. We offer flexible pricing models that scale according to your needs, ensuring that you receive maximum value for your investment. Contact us for a tailored quote.
Can any existing services or products be discontinued to save costs when investing in Active Focus?
Yes, investing in Active Focus may allow you to discontinue or reduce the use of certain existing services or products, potentially saving costs. For example, you may consider reducing reliance on standalone vulnerability scanning tools, single-use penetration testing services, or manual monitoring solutions. We can provide recommendations on which services might be redundant or less critical once Active Focus is in place.
Will there be any additional costs associated with implementing Active Focus?
There are no costs associated with implementing Active Focus beyond the agreed-upon service fees. Any additional costs would be related to specific customizations or integrations required for your environment. We will provide a clear breakdown of costs upfront, so you know what to expect.
How will Active Focus impact my overall security budget?
Implementing Active Focus may involve an initial investment, but it often leads to cost savings over time by consolidating multiple services and reducing the need for sporadic or redundant security measures. By streamlining your security approach and potentially phasing out less efficient tools, Active Focus can offer better value and improved protection for your security budget.

Onboarding and Customer Involvement

 How much time will my team need to invest during the Active Focus onboarding process?
During the Active Focus onboarding process, your team will need to invest some time in providing necessary information and access to relevant systems. This typically involves a few meetings and coordination efforts. On average, your team's time commitment is about 4-6 hours over the course of the onboarding period. We work to minimize the impact on your team's daily operations.
 What level of ongoing involvement is required from my team once Active Focus is implemented?
Once Active Focus is implemented, ongoing involvement from your team is minimal. You will receive regular updates and reports, and we may occasionally need to schedule brief meetings to discuss findings or adjustments. Our goal is to keep your team informed without requiring significant ongoing effort. Optional monthly serviced meetings are included.
 Do you offer trial periods?

Yes, we offer trial periods to allow you to evaluate the effectiveness of Active Focus within your environment. This trial includes access to all key features and continuous monitoring and penetration testing capabilities.

 Are you hackers?
Yes, but not in a malicious sense. River Security employs ethical cybersecurity professionals who use legal and authorized methods to test and strengthen your security. Our goal is to identify vulnerabilities and help you protect your organization from actual cybercriminals.