Mend.io, a leading application security provider, announced that Cyber Defense Magazine has selected the company as a finalist in two prestigious 2026 programs: the Top InfoSec Innovator Awards and the Top 25 Most Innovative Cybersecurity Companies in the World. These distinctions recognize Mend.io’s leadership in AI Security. These achievements also highlight the company’s innovative approach to securing AI-enabled applications throughout the software lifecycle, from development to runtime.
The company helps organizations discover, evaluate, and protect the increasing number of AI-related elements being integrated into modern software. These elements include models, agents, system prompts, and interactions occurring during runtime.
The rapid expansion of AI adoption is creating a significantly broader attack surface for organizations. Traditional application security methods were not developed to address many of these emerging risks. Mend AI provides security teams with greater visibility into AI-related threats. It also enables them to evaluate AI behavior, protect system prompts, prioritize vulnerabilities, and apply security controls within production environments.
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Azi Cohen, CEO of Mend.io, said that Cyber Defense Magazine’s decision to select Mend.io as a finalist in its InfoSec Awards program reflects the growing importance of securing AI-powered applications as organizations expand their use of artificial intelligence. He noted that AI is transforming how applications are developed, deployed, and protected. According to Cohen, this transformation introduces new security challenges that require solutions specifically designed for a rapidly evolving environment.
Gary S. Miliefsky, Publisher of Cyber Defense Magazine, said that Mend.io demonstrates three essential characteristics the judging panel considers when identifying companies with the potential to become award winners. He noted that Mend.io recognizes emerging threats before they fully develop and delivers a cost-effective solution. Miliefsky also highlighted the company’s ability to introduce innovation in unexpected ways, helping reduce cyber risk and enabling organizations to stay one step ahead of the next security breach.
About the Top InfoSec Innovator Awards
- Cyber Defense Magazine is the premier source of cyber security in business and government.
- The Top InfoSec Innovator Awards honor companies that demonstrate strong innovation, meaningful industry impact, and the ability to respond to emerging cybersecurity challenges.
