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Steve Vintz, the CEO of Tenable, stated that the security incidents experienced thus far are merely the tip of the iceberg. To proactively prevent security breaches, one must view technology from the hackers perspective. He emphasized that while responding to incidents was once paramount, the focus has now shifted to preemptively blocking attacks to avoid threats.

During his visit to South Korea on the 7th, Vintz discussed methods to combat the surge in security incidents. Tenable, based in the United States, has made significant strides in the security sector, generating $900 million in revenue last year, which positioned it among the Top 15 Security Companies Worldwide. The company operates in 150 countries and has offices in 40 countries. Tenable entered the South Korean market two years ago in 2023, gaining attention for its ability to detect vulnerabilities not just in systems directly connected to the internet but also in humanoids, operational technology (OT), and cloud environments.

Accompanied by Gavin Millard, Vice President, this was Vintzs first visit to South Korea, which he views as a critical opportunity for security business expansion. He noted that while the current South Korean security market is valued at $7 billion, it is projected to grow to $13 billion by 2030. Vintz remarked on the rapid growth of the security market since their initial entry two years ago.

Furthermore, Vintz expressed his intention to meet with leading talents in South Koreas information technology (IT) sector. He referenced the recent visit of former President Donald Trump to South Korea for APEC 2025, during which discussions were held about cooperation in IT research, quantum technologies, and artificial intelligence (AI). This indicates a strong interest in the South Korean IT market from the U.S.

As Vintz pointed out, with the vast opportunities available in South Korea also come significant security threats. The proactive approach to cybersecurity is essential in navigating the evolving landscape of digital threats and vulnerabilities.