Backslash Security Raises $19 Million in Series A

Backslash Security Raises $19 Million in Series A

Backslash Security, a Tel Aviv, Israel-based vibe coding security company, has raised $19 million in Series A funding.

The round was led by KOMPAS VC, with participation from Maniv, Artofin Venture Capital, StageOne Ventures, and First Rays Capital.

KOMPAS VC is an early-stage venture capital firm that focuses on the "physical world," specifically technologies transforming the built environment and manufacturing. Founded in 2021 and headquartered in Copenhagen, the firm manages approximately €300 million in assets across two funds, targeting sectors such as climate tech, Industry 4.0, and supply chain automation.

The funding will be used to expand R&D talent and operations, deepen the Backslash platform capabilities, and scale go-to-market efforts in the U.S. and Europe.

Led by CEO Shahar Man, Backslash Security is focused entirely on securing vibe coding and AI-native software development. Its platform provides comprehensive visibility, governance, and protection. Backslash covers the full AI-driven development stack, including IDEs, AI agents, MCPs, prompt workflows, rules, and governance controls. Headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, Backslash enables organizations to monitor activity in real-time, enforce security guardrails, and respond proactively to threats.

Funding Details

Company: Backslash Security Ltd.

Raised: $19.0M

Round: Series A

Funding Date: February 2026

Lead Investor: KOMPAS VC

Additional Investors: Maniv, Artofin Venture Capital, StageOne Ventures, First Rays Capital

Company Website: https://backslash.security/

Software Category: AI-native software security / Vibe coding protection