Mimecast

Mimecast Limited, established in 2003, is a leading cloud security and risk management company. It specializes in protecting corporate information and email from various threats, including malware, phishing, and data leaks. Mimecast's comprehensive suite of services includes email security, cyber resilience extensions, and awareness training. Its offerings range from preventing external attacks and internal data leaks to ensuring email continuity and protecting against malicious web activity. Mimecast serves thousands of customers worldwide, providing a single subscription service that simplifies security management. The company operates globally with offices in London, Boston, South Africa, and Jersey, and sells its services through direct sales and channel partners.

Neil Murray

Co-Founder and Board Member

9 past transactions

Aware

Acquisition in 2024
Aware is a cloud intelligence platform that leverages advancements in cognitive computing, artificial intelligence, and behavioral analytics to enhance enterprise value through social graph monitoring. The company provides governance, compliance, and monitoring solutions aimed at improving connectivity, collaboration, and security within organizations. Their platform addresses challenges faced by legal, compliance, information security, and IT departments, offering tools for archiving, monitoring, organizational insights, data loss prevention, eDiscovery, retention, and legal holds. By harnessing insights into human behavior and interactivity, Aware aims to improve employee engagement while minimizing the risk of unsafe behavior in the workplace.

Elevate Security

Acquisition in 2024
Elevate Security, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in human risk management through its web-based platform designed to enhance organizational security. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, with an additional office in Quebec, Canada, the company focuses on shifting employee behavior in response to security threats to prevent breaches. Its platform identifies users who are most likely to engage in high-risk activities, such as causing ransomware attacks or data loss, and provides an interactive learning experience to help them understand the implications of their actions. By continuously tracking security behaviors and measuring changes over time, Elevate Security enables organizations to tailor security controls effectively and minimize the risk of incidents, thereby supporting enterprise growth initiatives.

MessageControl

Acquisition in 2020
MailControl is a Chicago-based B2B SaaS startup focused on enhancing email and messaging security for enterprises. The company develops software that protects organizations from social engineering and identity attacks, addressing the risks posed by embedded email trackers and misaddressed messages. Its solutions include Silencer, which effectively stops email trackers that can leak confidential information, and CodeBreaker, which identifies hidden risks in email communications by providing real-time warnings for employees. Additionally, GateKeeper safeguards against the accidental sending of emails to incorrect recipients. By leveraging artificial intelligence, MailControl aims to empower businesses to recognize and avert potential threats in their email interactions.

Segasec

Acquisition in 2020
Segasec is a cybersecurity company focused on safeguarding organizations from various digital threats, including phishing, pharming, business email compromise, and ransomware. The company has developed a comprehensive cybersecurity platform that delivers end-to-end protection by utilizing intelligent scanning and monitoring technologies. This platform conducts extensive targeted scans to identify both known and unknown attack patterns, thereby enabling businesses to protect themselves and reduce the risk of exposing sensitive customer information. Through its innovative approach, Segasec aims to enhance the security posture of organizations against evolving cyber threats.

DMARC Analyzer

Acquisition in 2019
DMARC Analyzer B.V, founded in 2012 and based in Hilversum, Netherlands, specializes in providing software solutions focused on DMARC (Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting & Conformance). The company offers a range of services, including professional support, platinum support, and managed services, aimed at enhancing email deliverability and security. As a specialist in DMARC, DMARC Analyzer develops SaaS-based tools that assist clients in managing their DMARC projects effectively, ensuring safe blocking of malicious emails while preserving the integrity of legitimate email channels. The company became a subsidiary of Mimecast Limited in November 2019.

Simply Migrate

Acquisition in 2019
Simply Migrate Ltd, founded in 2015 and based in London, specializes in archive data migration technology. The company offers a range of services, including data migration, cloud migration, and the transfer of various file formats such as PST, EML, and MSG. Simply Migrate is dedicated to providing clients with a simple, secure, and efficient solution for their data migration needs. As of early 2019, Simply Migrate operates as a subsidiary of Mimecast Limited.

Solebit

Acquisition in 2018
Solebit is a cybersecurity company that specializes in the identification and prevention of zero-day malware and unknown threats through its innovative platform, SoleGATE. Founded in 2014 by a team of cybersecurity experts from elite technology units of the Israel Defense Forces, Solebit offers a real-time, signature-less engine powered by its patented DvC™ (data vs. code) technology. This approach uniquely assumes that executable code should not be present in data files, allowing it to accurately detect and neutralize malicious code, including hidden instructions and encrypted payloads. Solebit's solution effectively blocks threats before they can compromise internal systems, regardless of file type or operating environment, whether on-premise or in the cloud. The company serves a diverse clientele, including prominent financial institutions, technology firms, defense contractors, and telecom service providers, positioning itself as a leader in modern cybersecurity solutions.

Ataata

Acquisition in 2018
Ataata is a security awareness training platform focused on minimizing human error in the workplace. The platform provides video-based training through a data-driven web and mobile interface, aiming to reduce the risks, time, and costs associated with security breaches caused by human mistakes. Additionally, Ataata allows managers to evaluate employee performance against industry benchmarks, enabling organizations to understand how their teams compare to peers in terms of security awareness and training effectiveness.

isheriff

Acquisition in 2016
iSheriff, Inc. is a leader in the development of email and Internet security solutions, founded in 1999. The company specializes in enterprise content security software, offering a range of services that include network security, cloud-based anti-spam, email security, and email archiving. Recognizing the evolving landscape of Web 2.0 security, iSheriff has adapted its offerings to meet the growing demand for hosted security services. Its flagship product, iSheriff SaaS, is an integrated Security as a Service solution designed for cloud-based web and email security, featuring a unified management and reporting console. The company emphasizes simplicity and accessibility in its services, employing sophisticated real-time content analysis technologies to provide maximum threat protection while ensuring ease of use for clients. By focusing on intuitive solutions, iSheriff aims to empower businesses of all sizes to operate securely and with confidence in their Internet activities. As of 2016, iSheriff operates as a subsidiary of Mimecast Limited.
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