Illume is a UK-based cyber security company that provides managed services including penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, and 24/7 monitoring to protect businesses from cyber threats. Their solutions help organizations identify weaknesses and enhance their defenses against the increasing frequency of cyberattacks.
Funding
Funding not disclosed

Founders
Product
Problem
Businesses face increasing cyber threats and vulnerabilities that can lead to data breaches, financial losses, and reputational damage. Identifying and managing these weaknesses requires specialized expertise and continuous monitoring, which can be challenging for organizations with limited resources. Many companies struggle to maintain an up-to-date understanding of their security posture and effectively respond to emerging threats.
Solution
Illume provides managed cybersecurity services designed to protect businesses from cyberattacks by identifying vulnerabilities and enhancing their defenses. Their offerings include penetration testing conducted by experienced ethical hackers, continuous automated vulnerability scanning for internal and external assets, and around-the-clock monitoring and response to keep assets secure. Illume's managed detection and response service ensures business continuity and prevents cyber catastrophes by operating in the background to safeguard data and systems. The Illume Portal allows clients to book and schedule tests, view penetration tests live, manage vulnerabilities and assets, and monitor their managed cybersecurity from a central location.
Target Audience
Illume's primary customers are businesses across various industries seeking to enhance their cybersecurity posture and protect themselves from evolving cyber threats, including organizations in the legal sector.
Features
- Penetration testing services performed by experienced and ethical hackers
- Continuous automated vulnerability scanning for internal and external assets
- Managed detection and response (MDR) providing around-the-clock monitoring
- Phishing simulation and training to enhance human defense against social engineering attacks
- Illume Portal for centralized management of tests, vulnerabilities, and assets
- Custom report showcasing publicly available information regarding the business and steps to reduce cyber risk