Dr. Peter Garraghan

CEO

Dr. Peter Garraghan is CEO & CTO of Mindgard, Professor in Computer Science at Lancaster University, and fellow of the UK Engineering Physical Sciences and Research Council (EPSRC). He is an internationally recognised expert in AI security, Peter has dedicated years of scientific and engineering expertise to create bleeding-edge technology to understand and overcome growing threats against AI. He has raised over €11.6 million in research funding, been featured in Forbes and published over 60 scientific papers.

Author's Work

AI Security is Greater than Model Testing, It's an AppSec Problem

Learn why effective AI red teaming must go beyond model attacks to focus on securing the entire application against real-world threats.

The Double-Edged Sword of GenAI: How Attackers and Defenders Are Battling for Cybersecurity

GenAI is transforming cybersecurity, enabling both attackers and defenders to scale their capabilities. While threat actors use AI for sophisticated phishing and automation, enterprises must adopt AI-driven security measures to stay ahead in the evolving cyber arms race.

Breaking Down DeepSeek: Costs, Collaboration, and Global Implications

DeepSeek’s open-source model release highlights the power of collaboration in AI, sparking discussions on innovation costs, geopolitical implications, and the importance of thorough testing before integration.

TNW Podcast: Cybersecurity in AI with Dr. Peter Garraghan CEO of Mindgard

Discover the latest insights on cybersecurity for AI in the TNW Podcast episode with Dr. Peter Garraghan. Learn about threats, solutions, and how Mindgard can help secure your AI systems.

Find and Mitigate an LLM Jailbreak

Learn how to identify, mitigate, and protect your AI/LLM from jailbreak attacks. This guide helps secure your AI applications from vulnerabilities and reputational damage.

Can My Model Be Hacked? Understanding and Mitigating Security Vulnerabilities within LLMs

Explore the vulnerabilities of Large Language Models (LLMs) and how to mitigate security risks with Mindgard's cutting-edge AI security solutions. Stay ahead of evolving threats in the AI landscape. Presentation delivered at NVIDIA GTC 2024 by our CEO Peter Garraghan.

The Security Strategist Podcast: Neural Networks at Risk

Discover the latest insights on AI security with Dr. Peter Garraghan, CEO of Mindgard, in this podcast episode. Learn about the security threats that neural networks face.

Caveat Podcast: The Startup Leading AI Security in the UK with Mindgard's CEO

Discover the latest insights on AI security with Dr. Peter Garraghan, CEO of Mindgard, in this podcast episode. Learn about threats, solutions, and how Mindgard can secure your AI systems.

How the OWASP Top 10 Risks for LLMs Evolved from 2023 to 2025: Lessons and Implications

The new 2025 OWASP Top 10 Risks for Large Language Models (LLMs) highlights critical shifts within AI security. Here's a summary of new, expanded or updated risks that are particularly interesting.