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Tenable to Acquire Cloud Security Firm Ermetic for $240 Million Introduction Tenable, a leading provider of exposure management solutions, has recently announced its plan to acquire Israeli cloud security startup Ermetic for approximately $240 million in cash and restricted stock. This acquisition is aimed at expanding the capabilities of Tenable‘s exposure management platform and strengthening…
Funding/M&A Acquisition Chatter Swirls Around SentinelOne, BlackBerry Prominent cybersecurity vendors SentinelOne and BlackBerry have recently been named in public acquisition chatter, signaling a potential consolidation in the cybersecurity industry. Private equity firm Veritas Capital is reportedly in early talks to acquire BlackBerry, which has reinvented itself as a cybersecurity vendor after acquiring Cylance. While neither…
Malwarebytes Acquires Cyrus to Strengthen Online Privacy Solutions In a move aimed at enhancing their commitment to privacy and providing users with greater control over their online information, cybersecurity company Malwarebytes has announced the acquisition of online privacy solutions innovator Cyrus. The acquisition will not only bolster Malwarebytes‘ focus on privacy but also help improve…
Funding/M&A Check Point to Acquire SASE Security Firm Perimeter 81 for $490 Million Introduction Network security giant Check Point Software has announced its plan to acquire Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) and Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) solutions provider Perimeter 81 for approximately $490 million. This acquisition comes at a significant discount to Perimeter 81’s…
Thales Expands Cybersecurity Portfolio with Imperva Acquisition Growing Cybersecurity Portfolio French multinational company Thales is set to acquire cybersecurity firm Imperva from Thoma Bravo for $3.6 billion, a deal that will solidify Thales‘ presence in the application security market in both North America and Europe. Thales, known for its operations in aerospace, defense, and transportation,…
Thales Acquires Imperva: Strengthening its Cybersecurity Portfolio French aerospace, defense, and security giant Thales has announced its acquisition of cybersecurity firm Imperva from private equity firm Thoma Bravo. The deal, valued at $3.6 billion, is expected to close by the beginning of 2024. This acquisition is part of Thales‘ strategy to expand its cybersecurity business…
Graylog Acquires Resurface.io to Enhance API Security Portfolio Introduction Graylog, a global provider of SIEM and log management solutions, has announced its acquisition of Resurface.io‘s data-driven API security platform. The acquisition aims to expand Graylog‘s security offerings and provide enterprise customers with a comprehensive API security Threat Detection and Incident Response platform. With APIs becoming…
Cisco‘s Acquisition of Oort: Strengthening Cloud Security through Threat Detection Technology Introduction Cisco, the renowned technology conglomerate, has announced yet another acquisition in its ongoing cybersecurity shopping spree. This time, Cisco will be acquiring Oort, an early-stage startup specializing in Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR) software. The financial details of the deal have not…
Honeywell to Acquire SCADAfence: Strengthening Industrial Cybersecurity Introduction Charlotte, NC (July 10, 2023) – Honeywell, a leading industrial software company, has announced its acquisition of SCADAfence, a prominent provider of operational technology (OT) and Internet of Things (IoT) cybersecurity solutions. This strategic move by Honeywell aims to enhance its capabilities in safeguarding large-scale networks, particularly…
TPG to Acquire Forcepoint‘s Government Cybersecurity Business Unit Introduction Private equity giant TPG has announced its plans to acquire Forcepoint‘s Global Governments and Critical Infrastructure (G2CI) business unit for a reported $2.5 billion. This acquisition is a significant move in the cybersecurity industry and reflects the increasing importance of safeguarding critical infrastructure and governmental data….