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Upwind, a next-generation cloud security leader, has launched a groundbreaking "Open Source Security Model," introducing a new paradigm of extreme ownership and flexibility to cloud risk management. This innovative approach allows security, DevOps, and compliance teams to dynamically modify, accept, and manage security risks directly within the platform, tailoring risk detection and remediation to their specific needs. The announcement coincides with Upwind's recognition on the CRN 2025 Stellar Startups list, reinforcing its growing influence in the cloud security market.
Upwind has launched an "Open Source Security Model" for cloud risk management.
The model gives teams flexibility to modify, accept, and snooze risks in real-time.
It aims to replace noisy, static alerts with runtime-aware, evidence-backed intelligence.
The approach decentralizes risk ownership for security, DevOps, and compliance teams.
Upwind was also named to the CRN 2025 Stellar Startups list for its innovation.
The company reported 4000% year-over-year growth, serving hundreds of enterprises.
The core of the new model is its ability to decentralize risk management. In dynamic, AI-driven cloud environments, centralized security teams often struggle to keep pace. Upwind's solution empowers every team to take ownership of their risks, guided by the platform's runtime intelligence. This allows organizations to move beyond rigid, one-size-fits-all security policies and adopt a more adaptive, transparent, and collaborative workflow for risk control.
Moshe Hassan, VP of Research at Upwind, explained the driver behind the innovation, stating, “In the age of AI, where teams are adopting new tools and cloud environments are becoming dynamic and complex, it’s harder than ever for centralized security teams to keep up. Our Open Source Security Model gives every team the tools to take ownership of their risks, guided by Upwind’s runtime intelligence. This is how cloud security becomes not only more precise, but more organized and accurate."
The launch of the Open Source Security Model is bolstered by significant commercial momentum. Upwind's inclusion on the CRN Stellar Startups list highlights its expanding partner ecosystem, which now includes over 70 new partnerships alongside alliances with major hyperscalers like Microsoft Azure and AWS. This partner-first strategy, supported by its newly launched Upwind Partner Program (UPP), has been a cornerstone of the company's rapid expansion.
This combination of product innovation and strategic channel development has fueled extraordinary growth. The company announced a 4000% year-over-year growth rate and now protects hundreds of enterprise customers globally, including Peloton, Bill, Fiverr, and Agoda. By unifying runtime intelligence with decentralized, flexible risk management, Upwind is positioning itself as a key player shaping the future of how enterprises secure their cloud infrastructures.
Upwind is the next-generation cloud security platform built to lead the runtime revolution. With rapid momentum and a bold vision to unify cloud and application-layer protection, Upwind helps organizations run faster, detect threats earlier, and secure their environments with unmatched precision. Upwind was founded by Amiram Shachar and his founding partners from Spot.io (acquired by NetApp for $450 million) and is backed by top cybersecurity investors Greylock, Cyberstarts, Leaders Fund, Craft Ventures, Cerca Partners, and Sheva, a VC fund founded by former NBA player Omri Casspi. The company has raised $180 million since its founding in 2022.
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