OPENVAS by Greenbone: Driving Cyber Resilience in the Netherlands 

The evolution of cyberattacks is outpacing the ability of many organizations to respond. In this environment, identifying vulnerabilities before attackers do has never been more critical. This is the challenge that OPENVAS by Greenbone is built to solve.

With European roots and global reach, OPENVAS B.V. stands for sustainable cyber resilience. Headquartered in Germany, the Greenbone Group combines technical excellence with a strong regional presence through subsidiaries across Europe, including the Benelux region.

As the world’s leading provider of open-source vulnerability management solutions, OPENVAS B.V. empowers organizations to swiftly identify and mitigate IT risks, reducing downtime, preventing costly breaches, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Maurice Godschalk, Account Director at OPENVAS B.V., provides insight into the latest threat developments, current trends in cybersecurity, and why collaboration through events like Cybersec Netherlands is more important than ever.

A Growing Security Gap

One of today’s most pressing cybersecurity challenges is the rising number of unpatched vulnerabilities across digital infrastructures. Cybercriminals are increasingly exploiting known weaknesses that remain unresolved due to limited visibility, insufficient resources, and the growing complexity of IT environments.

Many organizations still lack a complete and up-to-date inventory of their digital assets, making comprehensive security assessments difficult. Patch management is often delayed, particularly when legacy systems or third-party software are involved. Meanwhile, the speed of exploitation is accelerating, with some vulnerabilities being exploited within hours of public disclosure.

Ransomware often targets well-known vulnerabilities, such as Log4Shell and ProxyNotShell. Regular alerts from national cybersecurity centers, including the Dutch NCSC, highlight the ongoing discrepancy between awareness and effective mitigation. Meanwhile, regulatory frameworks such as NIS2 aim to improve overall cyber resilience by establishing stricter requirements, including more systematic vulnerability management practices.

Navigating Today’s Cybersecurity Landscape

Technological advances and sophisticated attacks are driving rapid change. Attackers leverage AI and automation to identify targets faster, while defenders rely on the same tools to detect anomalies and prioritize risks.

Supply chain attacks are growing in complexity, often exploiting weaknesses in third-party components and software dependencies. In response, organizations are adopting proactive defense models such as zero-trust architectures and Extended Detection and Response (XDR). DevSecOps and continuous automated monitoring help strengthen security in dynamic environments. Effective tools and frameworks are essential for enabling this shift.

Security Built on Open Standards

The product family OPENVAS SECURITY INTELLIGENCE delivers scalable vulnerability management covering prevention, detection, and response strategies.

The prevention process starts with automated scanning to identify and prioritize vulnerabilities based on risk and business impact. For detection, the solutions integrate with SIEM and SOC systems to enable real-time alerts and streamlined responses.

Response measures include detailed remediation guidance and ongoing reassessment to ensure patch effectiveness. With over 180,000 vulnerability tests and new tests added daily, OPENVAS SECURITY INTELLIGENCE products cover both emerging and widespread threats.

The solutions also support air-gapped environments and help meet compliance requirements such as ISO 27001 and NIS2. Thanks to open standards and APIs, OPENVAS solutions integrate easily into existing security ecosystems, enabling faster detection, prioritized remediation, and seamless workflow compatibility.

Fostering Knowledge Exchange and Collaboration

Cybersec Netherlands is a central platform for knowledge exchange between cybersecurity professionals, solution providers, and public-sector stakeholders. The event showcases the Dutch market’s strong focus on practical collaboration and resilient security practices.

In-person dialogue between security leaders, technical teams, and regulators fosters mutual understanding and accelerates the adoption of effective security tools. Demonstrations and interactive sessions promote hands-on learning and support informed decision-making.

Past editions have led to cross-sector alliances, increased awareness of risks in critical infrastructure, and highlighted the importance of open-source solutions, such as OPENVAS SECURITY INTELLIGENCE. The practical insights and shared strategies discussed at Cybersec Netherlands strengthen the collective readiness across the Dutch cybersecurity community.

Looking Ahead

OPENVAS B.V. is committed to supporting the Dutch market with transparent, effective, and scalable vulnerability management solutions, developed and managed in the EU. As the cybersecurity landscape evolves, cooperation – driven by innovation, open standards, and industry events – remains the most effective way to stay ahead of emerging threats.

Visit booth 11.E069 at Cybersec Netherlands to learn more about how OPENVAS B.V. can improve your cybersecurity!

As cyber attacks continue to threaten today’s tech landscape, this event is the premier platform for seasoned cyber security professionals and innovative start-ups to exchange knowledge and tackle cybersecurity challenges together. Organizations across all sectors will discover strategies to boost cyber resilience and safeguard critical assets. Don’t miss this chance to strengthen your cyber defenses.

Simultaneously with Cybersec Netherlands, the Data Expo takes place in Hall 12—the perfect spot for additional knowledge, insights, and inspiration in the field of data.