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SpecterOps is a cybersecurity company focused on helping enterprises defend against advanced attacks through a range of products, services, and training solutions. The company specializes in developing cybersecurity software that protects operational data and assists organizations in shutting down attack vectors. SpecterOps offers comprehensive program development, assessment services, and operational support, ensuring transparency and instilling confidence in the safety of critical assets and data. Additionally, the company provides advanced training on adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures, contributing to the overall improvement of security operations programs. SpecterOps is also involved in various industry initiatives aimed at enhancing cybersecurity practices.

Binalyze operates a digital forensics response platform designed for incident response investigations and threat hunting. Its platform facilitates rapid and thorough evidence collection, triage, and incident investigation, allowing organizations to generate structured digital forensics reports within minutes. By streamlining the process of responding to cyber threats, Binalyze helps companies mitigate the complexity and cost associated with combating cybercrime and enhances their ability to prevent malicious attacks.

Expel, Inc. is a managed security operations provider based in Herndon, Virginia, specializing in managed detection and response (MDR) services. Founded in 2016, the company offers a comprehensive security operations center (SOC)-as-a-service that monitors and responds to threats across cloud, hybrid, and on-premises environments. Expel's platform combines advanced technology with human expertise to quickly detect, analyze, and remediate security issues, including phishing, ransomware, and supply chain attacks. The Expel Workbench™ platform enhances collaboration by allowing customers to engage with live investigations and receive continuous updates, ensuring transparency throughout the security process. By filtering out false positives, Expel enables security teams to focus on strategic priorities rather than being overwhelmed by alerts, ultimately improving their overall security posture.

Verodin, Inc. is a software company based in Purcellville, Virginia, specializing in cybersecurity solutions. Founded in 2014, Verodin has developed the Security Instrumentation Platform (SIP), which enables organizations to measure, manage, and enhance their cybersecurity effectiveness. The platform provides tools for testing and validating the effectiveness of layered security infrastructures across various technologies and personnel, revealing an organization's true security posture. By offering evidence that cybersecurity technologies and processes are functioning effectively across endpoints, email, cloud, and network controls, Verodin empowers businesses to continuously safeguard their critical assets. As of May 2019, Verodin operates as a subsidiary of FireEye, Inc.

Illusive Networks Ltd. specializes in developing cybersecurity solutions focused on deception technology to prevent cyber attacks on enterprise systems. By creating a deceptive environment within existing networks, Illusive effectively identifies attackers, disrupts their activities, and provides actionable forensic insights. The company's offerings include compliance support, insider threat defense, and cloud security services, along with a comprehensive management platform that integrates various modular components for centralized cybersecurity management. Its Active Defense technology enhances security by removing vulnerable connections and replacing them with deceptive alternatives, allowing organizations to detect advanced persistent threats and prevent lateral movement by attackers. Founded in 2014 and based in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel, with an additional office in New York, Illusive serves clients across several industries, including finance, healthcare, legal, manufacturing, retail, and technology. The company, spun out from the venture group Team8, leverages expertise from veterans of Israel’s military intelligence to support its innovative approach to cybersecurity.

eSentire is a leading provider of Managed Detection and Response (MDR) cybersecurity services, established in 2001. The company specializes in protecting the critical data and applications of over 1,500 organizations across more than 80 countries and 35 industries from various cyber threats. eSentire's mission is to proactively hunt, investigate, and mitigate cyber threats before they disrupt business operations. The company employs advanced machine learning technology and offers 24/7 threat hunting, along with access to expert Cyber Risk Advisors and elite Threat Hunters. Additionally, eSentire provides managed risk programs, digital forensics, and incident response services, ensuring that organizations can effectively secure their internal and cloud environments against potential cyber incidents.

eSentire is a leading provider of Managed Detection and Response (MDR) cybersecurity services, established in 2001. The company specializes in protecting the critical data and applications of over 1,500 organizations across more than 80 countries and 35 industries from various cyber threats. eSentire's mission is to proactively hunt, investigate, and mitigate cyber threats before they disrupt business operations. The company employs advanced machine learning technology and offers 24/7 threat hunting, along with access to expert Cyber Risk Advisors and elite Threat Hunters. Additionally, eSentire provides managed risk programs, digital forensics, and incident response services, ensuring that organizations can effectively secure their internal and cloud environments against potential cyber incidents.

Arbor Networks specializes in securing complex networks against DDoS attacks and advanced threats. The company offers a suite of products that provides customers with detailed insights into their own networks while also leveraging its ATLAS threat intelligence infrastructure for a broader understanding of global Internet traffic and emerging threats. With contributions from over 330 service providers generating 120 Tbps of traffic intelligence, Arbor's Security Engineering & Response Team develops protective measures that are integrated into customer products to combat DDoS and malware threats. Arbor's DDoS Solutions are adaptable, catering to various deployment needs, including virtual solutions, network-embedded systems, and enterprise appliances. The Arbor Cloud service combines on-premises and cloud-based mitigation for comprehensive DDoS defense. Additionally, Arbor Advanced Threat Solutions utilize integrated Netflow and Packet Capture technology to enhance network-wide situational awareness and provide deep traffic visibility, enabling effective threat detection and response through real-time insights and historical analysis. The company's focus is on ensuring the availability of critical infrastructure while safeguarding against advanced threats.