"Former Israeli Spy Sanaz Yashar Raises Over $30M for Cyber Startup Zafran"

Sanaz Yashar, a former Iranian refugee and Israeli spy, has raised $30 million for her cybersecurity startup, Zafran, after spending 15 years in Israeli intelligence. The company aims to prevent cybercriminals from exploiting known vulnerabilities in companies’ networks, using existing technologies to mitigate risks. Backed by VC heavyweights, Zafran is focused on ultrafast growth and has already secured 12 customers, including a healthcare organization. Yashar's extensive experience in cybersecurity, including investigating major cyberattacks, positions her as a legitimate and knowledgeable figure in the industry.