Published on: February 13, 2025 Updated 2 times since publishing
The ever-evolving threat landscape demands swift, effective incident response and digital forensics expertise. Solveo, a subsidiary of Force Majeure, stands out in the cybersecurity space by not only containing breaches but also tracking stolen data and recovering assets whenever possible.
SafetyDetectives recently spoke with Kfir Azoulay, CEO and Co-Founder of Solveo, to explore his journey in DFIR, what sets Solveo apart, and how the company helps organizations strengthen their cyber resilience. In this exclusive interview, Azoulay shares insights into the most common vulnerabilities organizations face, the biggest challenges in building a strong cybersecurity infrastructure, and how Solveo stays ahead of evolving threats like ransomware and APTs.
Can you introduce yourself and talk about your journey in cybersecurity and digital forensics and what led you to specialize in these areas?
I’m Kfir Azoulay, CEO and Co-Founder of Solveo, a subsidiary of Force Majeure. My journey in DFIR began during my military service as a Digital Investigator Officer. Over the years, I honed my expertise, leading to the founding of Solveo. I’m passionate about the challenges of cyber defense—incident response combines action, challenges, and the satisfaction of making a real impact.
In a crowded cybersecurity and digital forensics industry, what do you believe sets Solveo apart from the competition?
Solveo stands out by handling all types of incident response, from ransomware to data exfiltration and financial theft. What sets us apart is our ability to operate both within the client’s controlled environment and beyond. We don’t just contain the breach—we follow the data and track the money. In some cases, when possible, we even recover stolen assets, whether from remote servers where data was leaked or from the bank accounts where funds were dispersed. Our approach goes beyond traditional IR, bringing real impact and additional value to our clients.
Digital forensics and incident response (DFIR) are essential to handling cybersecurity breaches. Can you explain your process for managing a significant cyberattack, from detection through to resolution?
Solveo takes a structured and proactive approach to managing cyberattacks, from detection to complete recovery. Regardless of the client’s existing technology stack, we can integrate additional solutions as needed to ensure the IR team has full capabilities. The response team begins by validating the suspicion, identifying the threat, and evaluating the potential impact on systems. We create a tailored containment plan in collaboration with the client’s business decision-makers to prevent further damage while ensuring business continuity. Our forensic investigation then reveals the full scope of the attack, allowing us to develop an effective eradication strategy—which can be carried out either by our team or in collaboration with the client’s IT staff. Once the threat has been neutralized, we securely restore systems and provide actionable insights to improve defenses. Our goal is not just to resolve the incident but to leave our clients more resilient than before.
Given the evolving nature of cyber threats, how do you ensure your services stay up-to-date with the latest trends and challenges, such as ransomware or advanced persistent threats?
We stay ahead of the latest cyber threats by actively engaging with the DFIR community, monitoring industry news, and handling a high volume of incidents across diverse business sectors. This broad exposure allows us to anticipate new attack techniques and prepare in advance to combat emerging threats in real-world scenarios. With a wide range of clientele, it’s rare for a new threat to go unnoticed. We also collaborate with industry peers, sharing intelligence and benefiting from a “herd immunity” effect through the exchange of IOCs, ensuring stronger collective defense.
In your experience, what are the most common cybersecurity vulnerabilities organizations face, and how can they mitigate these risks effectively?
Misconfigurations remain the most common cybersecurity weakness we see. At the end of the day, most attackers exploit these gaps to gain initial access. While they may later leverage technical vulnerabilities, the entry point is often something as simple as default credentials, lack of multi-factor authentication (MFA), missing geo-restrictions, unmanaged file-sharing services, or the absence of a properly enforced least-privilege approach. Organizations can significantly reduce their risk by following security best practices and prioritizing security hygiene by regularly reviewing configurations, enforcing strict access controls, implementing MFA and continuously monitoring for misconfigurations before attackers have the chance to exploit them.
What do you think are the biggest challenges that organizations encounter when building a strong cybersecurity infrastructure, and how can your services help address these challenges?
At the end of the day, organizations understand that a cyberattack is no longer a question of “if” but “when.” As a result, they invest in building a strong cybersecurity infrastructure. However, even the most experienced security teams often focus on day-to-day operations and may not have extensive experience handling full-scale incidents. Our service is not designed to replace security teams, but rather to amplify their capabilities. We provide top-tier incident responders who are available at any time to manage, investigate, and assist with the regulatory requirements and notices that come with the incident response process. This allows the organization’s management to focus on business operations and enables the security team to continue strengthening defenses, while we handle the IR and guide the organization to safety.