emproof

Emproof is a cybersecurity company founded in 2017 at Ruhr-Universität Bochum in Germany. The company specializes in low-overhead security solutions for embedded systems, focusing on protecting devices from cyberattacks such as exploitation of vulnerabilities, reverse engineering, and product piracy. Emproof's flagship product, Emproof Nyx, is a binary transformation software that enhances embedded systems' security with minimal impact on performance. It offers features like exploit mitigation, code obfuscation, anti-tampering, and platform security, making it suitable for various architectures including Arm and x86.

Emproof targets industries where embedded software security is essential, such as automotive, aerospace, industrial IoT, and medical technology. The company collaborates with organizations like Security Delta and the European Cyber Security Organisation to strengthen its offerings. With headquarters in Bochum and operations in Eindhoven, Emproof secured €2 million in seed funding in 2022 to expand its presence in Europe and the USA. The leadership team includes CEO Brian Kelly and Chief Product Officer Dr. Marc Fyrbiak, among others.