Avatao
Track on RadarHands-on, scenario-based cybersecurity training platform targeting human risk.
- Total raised
- $2.4M
- Employees
- 8
- Founded
- 2014
- Momentum
- 17
Stalling
Data updated August 2026
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Avatao is a cybersecurity company specializing in Human Risk, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Budapest, Hungary. It has raised $2.4M in total funding, employs about 8 people, and is privately held.
Avatao is a cybersecurity education and training platform focused on reducing human-driven security risks within organizations. The platform delivers scenario-based, hands-on learning labs that simulate real-world attack scenarios such as SQL injection, insecure authentication flows, and improper data storage, enabling development and non-technical teams to build practical security skills before threats occur. Avatao's approach centers on the premise that technology controls alone are insufficient to prevent breaches, and that human behavior, organizational culture, and cross-functional processes are equally critical components of a resilient security posture. The platform provides role-specific training tailored to different departments — including sales, marketing, finance, HR, and support — addressing the distinct data risks and attack vectors relevant to each function. The platform emphasizes building security culture through repetition and reinforcement rather than one-off compliance checkboxes. Training content is designed to mirror real workplace workflows, helping employees across an organization recognize phishing attempts, handle sensitive data appropriately, and respond to security incidents effectively. Avatao targets organizations seeking to reduce breach costs associated with human error, misconfigurations, and weak credentials — attack vectors that account for the majority of incidents according to industry reports such as Verizon's DBIR. The platform also positions its training as supporting regulatory compliance readiness, including GDPR and frameworks such as NIST CSF and ISO/IEC 27001, by generating training records and audit logs that can reduce organizational liability in the event of an incident.
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When was Avatao founded?▾
Avatao was founded in 2014.
Where is Avatao headquartered?▾
Avatao is headquartered in Budapest, Hungary.
How much funding has Avatao raised?▾
Avatao has raised a total of $2.4M in total funding.
Is Avatao public or private?▾
Avatao is a privately-held company.
How many employees does Avatao have?▾
Avatao has approximately 8 employees.
What does Avatao do?▾
Avatao is a cybersecurity education and training platform focused on reducing human-driven security risks within organizations. The platform delivers scenario-based, hands-on learning labs that simulate real-world attack scenarios such as SQL injection, insecure authentication flows, and improper da…
