The Security Crisis Hitting Investors' Business

As an investor in Hackurity and quite familiar with the cybersecurity world, their latest white paper on cybersecurity risks in VC and PE is a wake-up call for everyone in the industry. The data is overwhelming:

57% of organisations suffered an API-related data breach in the last two years. 99% encountered API security problems in the past year — 34% involving sensitive data breaches.

Why are VC and PE at risk? Every SaaS platform, third-party API and digital tool you've integrated to streamline deal flow is expanding your attack surface. VC and PE firms hold the most sensitive data imaginable: investor details, financial structures, deal terms, exit strategies — and that's before we get to their portfolio companies.

Cybersecurity incidents spike precisely when you're most vulnerable: during active deals, acquisitions and exits. Most firms run lean IT operations with no continuous security testing. This isn't a technical gap — it's an investment risk. Often the cybersecurity risks are even overlooked when assessing a deal by fellow investors.

Traditional cybersecurity doesn't match the scale and speed of modern investment strategies. You need automated, intelligence-led penetration testing that operates continuously, identifying vulnerabilities before they're exploited.

The question isn't whether your firm or portfolio companies will face a cyber incident. The data suggests you and most of them already have. What are you doing about it right now?