Data Theorem
API security tools
Application shielding software
Dynamic application security testing (DAST) software
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What is Data Theorem
Data Theorem is an application security platform focused on securing mobile apps and their back-end APIs across the software development lifecycle. It supports automated testing and monitoring use cases such as mobile app security assessment, API discovery and risk analysis, and vulnerability detection for web services. The product is commonly used by security and engineering teams that need continuous security checks integrated into CI/CD and release processes. It also includes capabilities oriented to mobile app hardening and runtime protections alongside testing.
Mobile app security focus
The product is designed around mobile application risk, including analysis of iOS and Android apps and their interactions with back-end services. This focus can be useful for organizations where mobile is a primary channel and where app store releases require repeatable security validation. It also aligns with use cases that combine client-side issues (e.g., insecure storage, weak transport settings) with server-side API exposure.
API risk visibility
Data Theorem emphasizes identifying and assessing API endpoints used by applications, helping teams understand what services are exposed and how they are used. This can support API inventory, misconfiguration detection, and prioritization of issues tied to real application traffic patterns. It is relevant for teams that need API security coverage beyond manual testing and ad-hoc scans.
DevSecOps-friendly automation
The platform is typically deployed to run security checks continuously rather than as a one-time assessment. This supports integrating security gates into build and release workflows and generating repeatable findings for remediation tracking. Compared with more manual penetration-testing-centric approaches, this can reduce reliance on periodic point-in-time testing for baseline coverage.
Breadth varies by modality
Although positioned across multiple testing types, depth can differ between mobile, API, and traditional web application testing. Organizations may still need separate tools for specialized needs such as advanced web DAST crawling, complex authentication flows, or deep cloud posture management. Buyers should validate coverage against their specific application stack and threat model.
Tuning and triage required
Automated scanning and monitoring can generate findings that require tuning to reduce noise and align with internal risk policies. Teams often need processes for validating issues, mapping them to ownership, and tracking remediation across multiple repositories and services. Without this operational maturity, the tool may not deliver consistent time-to-fix improvements.
Enterprise rollout considerations
Deployments that span many apps, business units, and environments can require coordination for access, CI/CD integration, and data handling approvals. Some organizations may need additional work to align reporting with internal governance, compliance, and vulnerability management workflows. Total cost and licensing fit should be evaluated against the number of apps/APIs and desired scanning frequency.
Plan & Pricing
Data Theorem — Pricing (official site findings)
Cloud Secure (tiered plans)
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) | $200 per month | CSPM functionality for Cloud Secure; available free 30-day trial via AWS/Azure/Google Marketplaces (per Data Theorem press release). |
| Cloud Hacker Toolkits (CHT) | $4,000 per month | Hacker Toolkit offerings (offensive/defensive toolkits, serverless protections) as part of Cloud Secure. |
| Cloud Secure Enterprise Edition (Cloud XDR with CIEM) | Starting at $15,000 per year | Enterprise edition (Cloud XDR + CIEM) — contact sales for large-scale/custom pricing. |
Code SAST Secure (tiered / per-seat subscription)
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription | $50 per seat per month (subscription) | SAST, SCA, SBOM management; subscription-based pricing starts at $50/seat/month (per product announcement). |
Supply Chain Secure (single-product pricing)
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Supply Chain Secure | Starting at $15,000 per year | Software supply-chain attack surface management; contact Data Theorem for details. |
Active Protection (note)
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Active Protection suite | Included / Free for existing customers | Data Theorem states Active Protection is free for existing customers and included in suite pricing. |
Usage-based products (labeled format)
API Discover / API Inspect Pricing model: Usage-based (per API operation annually) Free tier/trial: Not stated on product page; demo / contact available. Example costs: Annual pricing starts at $300 per API operation. Discount options: Not publicly listed; contact sales for enterprise pricing.
Web Secure (SPAs) Pricing model: Usage-based (per SPA / per year) Free tier/trial: Not stated on product page; Cloud Web-related free trial options exist via marketplace for Cloud Secure; request demo recommended. Example costs: Pricing starts at $3,000 USD per SPA annually. Discount options: Contact sales for volume/enterprise discounts.
(Notes: All pricing items above are taken directly from Data Theorem's official website (press releases/news and product pages). Where only a "starts at" price is shown Data Theorem directs customers to contact sales or request a demo for full pricing and enterprise options.)
Seller details
Data Theorem, Inc.
Palo Alto, CA, USA
2013
Private
https://www.datatheorem.com/
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