Securing the Cloud, One Scan at a Time

In the world of cloud security, milestones are more than just numbers; they represent our collective progress towards a safer, more secure digital landscape. Today, I am humbled to share that Prowler has reached a significant milestone: scanning over 3 million resources per day. This achievement is a testament to our dedication to improving Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) one scan at a time.

A Brief History of Prowler

Our journey began in 2016 when I released the first lines of Prowler as a single file BASH script under the Apache License. From those humble beginnings, Prowler quickly gained traction. By 2018, Prowler had almost 2,000 GitHub Stars and was presented at BlackHat EU Arsenal, marking its rise as a popular tool for AWS security.

In 2019, I joined AWS as a Security Engineer and continued to improve Prowler, which became the go-to tool for Cloud Security Assessments. By 2021, after four years as a multi-file BASH script, Prowler was rewritten in Python and presented at BlackHat US Arsenal, boasting 6,000 GitHub Stars.

The year 2022 marked a significant turning point when I left AWS to work full-time on Prowler, transforming it into a multi-cloud platform. By July 2023, Prowler had spun off to become a dedicated company, supporting Azure, Google Cloud, and starting Kubernetes support. This year, we proudly announced the Open Cloud Security movement with the release of Prowler v4, featuring a new UI and image. Today, with a team of 16 employees and 10,000+ GitHub Stars, we continue to push the boundaries of cloud security.

The Journey to 3 Million

When I first started Prowler, our mission was clear: to build a security tool that empowers organizations to protect their digital assets. We envisioned a tool that could seamlessly integrate with various cloud environments, providing comprehensive visibility and actionable insights using open standards to guarantee and enhance adoption. Today, with over 3 million resources scanned daily, we are closer than ever to realizing that vision.

This milestone isn’t just about the numbers; it’s about the impact. Every scan contributes to identifying vulnerabilities, ensuring compliance, and fortifying defenses. In essence, every scan makes the cloud, Kubernetes, and other digital environments safer.

The Power of Open Source

At Prowler, we believe in the power of Open Source. Our community-driven approach allows us to harness the collective expertise and experiences of security professionals worldwide. This collaboration drives innovation and ensures that Prowler evolves to meet the ever-changing security landscape.

By scanning millions of resources daily, we gather invaluable data that helps us improve Prowler continuously. This iterative process of learning and adapting is at the core of our open cloud security movement.

Enhancing CSPM

Cloud security is not a destination; it’s a journey. With each scan, Prowler provides detailed insights into your multi-cloud and Kubernetes environments, highlighting areas of risk and offering recommendations for mitigation. This proactive approach to CSPM helps organizations stay ahead of potential threats, ensuring that their cloud infrastructure is not only compliant but also secure.

Looking Ahead

As we celebrate this milestone, we remain committed to our mission: to make cloud environments safer through innovation, collaboration, and education. We are grateful to our community for their unwavering support and contributions. Thank you for being part of the Prowler journey. Here’s to reaching new heights and making the cloud a safer place for everyone.