Sophos

Sophos is a company that specializes in IT security and data protection, providing organizations with a comprehensive suite of tools to combat cyber threats such as malware, spyware, and data breaches. The company develops network-oriented antivirus software and offers services including managed detection and response (MDR) and incident response. Its product portfolio encompasses endpoint, network, email, and cloud security technologies, all designed for ease of use and reliability. Sophos caters to various industries, including cybersecurity, finance, and healthcare, helping them defend against cyberattacks and ensuring the safety of their data and network infrastructure.

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SecureWorks

Acquisition in 2024
SecureWorks is a cybersecurity provider that specializes in technology-driven solutions aimed at protecting organizations from cyber threats. The company offers a range of services, including software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions, managed security services, and professional services such as incident response and adversarial support. SecureWorks focuses on enhancing clients' cyber defenses to prevent breaches, detect malicious activities in real-time, and respond effectively to security incidents. Its product offerings include Managed Detection and Response (MDR), Extended Detection and Response (XDR), threat hunting, log management, next-generation antivirus (NGAV), endpoint detection and response (EDR), and intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDPS). The company is recognized for its commitment to information security and has been positioned in the Leader's Quadrant in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Managed Security Services Providers.

SOC.OS

Acquisition in 2022
Imagine a security analyst on your team who could analyse every alert generated by your on-premise and cloud security tools, and escalate the most important ones for further review. SOC.OS is a SaaS-based security alert investigation and triage tool, fundamentally reimagining how security operations are conducted today. Designed and developed with the needs of a stretched IT security team at its core, it consistently reduces alert triage volumes by 90% to maximise analyst productivity. Spun out from BAE Systems Applied Intelligence in 2020, SOC.OS is already helping countless global organisations to optimise their security operations and improve threat detection.

Refactr

Acquisition in 2021
Refactr is a Seattle-based DevSecOps startup founded in 2017 by military veterans and industry experts in cloud and cybersecurity. Our mission is to accelerate adoption of DevSecOps by empowering cybersecurity to collaboratively operate at the speed of DevOps. We provide an easy to use DevSecOps automation platform made especially for cybersecurity while also supporting features that are DevOps friendly. Plug into existing DevOps workflows, connect with security tools, and ensure your organization continuously automates in a safe and seamless manner, all without needing to upskill. At Refactr, we innovate to make the world more secure and agile through the next shift of digital transformation into IT-as-Code ™. Request a demo at refactr.it.

Braintrace

Acquisition in 2021
Braintrace Inc. is a privately held cybersecurity company based in Salt Lake City, Utah, established in 2017. It specializes in providing intelligent cybersecurity services, including network monitoring and protection. The company offers a range of services such as Managed Detection and Response (MDR), managed Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), SIEM-as-a-Service, SOC-as-a-Service, managed firewalls, managed endpoints, and incident response. By delivering these managed security offerings, Braintrace enables organizations to ensure that their employees can access data securely and confidently.

Capsule8

Acquisition in 2021
Capsule8, founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, specializes in cyber protection for Linux systems across various environments including containerized, virtualized, and bare metal infrastructures. The company's flagship product, Capsule8 Protect, focuses on detecting and mitigating attacks in real-time, offering continuous security for enterprises that rely on Linux. By enabling organizations to safeguard their systems from zero-day attacks and other unwanted activities without the need for human intervention, Capsule8 empowers businesses to modernize their infrastructure securely. Founded by experts in cybersecurity and backed by prominent investors, Capsule8 is committed to enhancing the security posture of Linux-powered enterprises.

Rook Security

Acquisition in 2019
Rook Security, LLC specializes in managed digital detection and response services aimed at helping organizations anticipate, manage, and eliminate cyber threats. Founded in 2008 and based in Carmel, Indiana, the company offers a comprehensive security operations management platform called Force, which enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of security workflows, metrics, and outcomes. Rook Security provides technology-enabled services that include real-time IT monitoring, cyber threat detection, incident response, and disaster recovery for various environments, including cloud-based, on-premise, and hybrid settings. Additionally, the company offers consulting and advisory services focused on technology configurations, data management, and risk prioritization. Rook Security emphasizes a holistic approach to security by identifying vulnerabilities in web applications, internal networks, and partner systems, while also conducting IoT assessments to strengthen overall security posture.

DarkBytes

Acquisition in 2019
DarkBytes, Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in Gilroy, California, founded in 2016. It specializes in developing a unified endpoint protection platform that provides comprehensive cyber security services for commercial organizations, particularly targeting small and mid-sized enterprises. The platform consolidates essential security controls into a single lightweight agent, streamlining security operations for organizations of various sizes. As of early 2019, DarkBytes operates as a subsidiary of Sophos Group plc, enhancing its capabilities in delivering effective security solutions.

Avid Secure

Acquisition in 2019
Avid Secure, Inc. is a cloud infrastructure security company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2017. It specializes in providing AI-driven security analytics, compliance automation, and DevSecOps solutions tailored for public clouds. Avid Secure's platform enables clients to effectively monitor cloud security challenges, manage governance and risk, and develop software securely. By leveraging automation and intelligent security measures, the company aims to help organizations store their information safely and affordably while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Avid Secure operates as a subsidiary of Sophos Group plc.

Invincea

Acquisition in 2017
Invincea, Inc. is a cybersecurity company that specializes in developing advanced endpoint security software solutions aimed at protecting enterprises from sophisticated cyber threats. Founded in 2006 and based in Fairfax, Virginia, Invincea offers a comprehensive solution designed to prevent and detect threats that could compromise business operations, whether in the office or remotely. Its flagship product, X by Invincea, leverages machine learning and behavioral monitoring to address vulnerabilities associated with spear-phishing, drive-by downloads, and other attack vectors that exploit common applications. The company serves a diverse range of sectors, including education, finance, healthcare, and retail, and has protected over 25,000 customers globally. Invincea's technology has garnered numerous awards and recognition for its innovation and effectiveness, including a partnership with Dell to deliver a customized version of its endpoint security solution on commercial devices. Invincea operates as a subsidiary of Sophos Group plc.

Barricade IO

Acquisition in 2016
Barricade works like an early warning system against any attempts at breaching the security of servers. It can also identify any security threats It was founded in November 2014.

Surfright

Acquisition in 2015
Surfright, founded in 2006, is a company specializing in online security with a focus on developing technologies to combat malware, spam, phishing, and other forms of cybercrime. The company has extensive experience in detecting and removing sophisticated threats that infiltrate seemingly secure systems. Its flagship product line, HitmanPro, includes advanced malware detection solutions for both computers and network devices. HitmanPro has gained recognition for its effectiveness, having been selected by various organizations, including the German Anti-Botnet-Advisory Centre and endorsed by Vodafone GmbH. Surfright's tools are distinguished by their signature-less technology, allowing them to identify and address threats without relying on prior knowledge of specific malware, effectively protecting users from a wide range of online threats. The company serves millions of users worldwide, providing essential security solutions to safeguard against evolving cyber threats.

Reflexion Networks

Acquisition in 2015
Reflexion Networks, Inc. specializes in hosted email security and compliance services tailored for managed service providers (MSPs). Founded in 2001 and based in Woburn, Massachusetts, the company provides a range of solutions including anti-spam services that prevent unwanted emails, viruses, and attacks. Its offerings include Address-on-the-Fly technology to maintain email address integrity, automatic inbound email queuing for continuity, and outbound email filtering to prevent blacklisting. Additionally, Reflexion Networks supplies archiving, eDiscovery, email recovery, and encryption services, such as RTCEncrypt for secure inbox-to-inbox communication. The company primarily serves federal regulators, financial institutions, healthcare organizations, and other sectors in the United States, distributing its services through a network of managed service providers and IT solution providers. Reflexion Networks operates as a subsidiary of Sophos Ltd.

Mojave Networks

Acquisition in 2014
Mojave Networks has pioneered a cloud-based approach to mobile security for enterprises that detects advanced threats and protects company data. This approach gives organizations unrivaled insight into application usage, data flow, network analytics, and malicious threats while helping them control costs and comply with regulations. Founded in San Mateo, CA in 2011, Mojave Networks is used by large and medium enterprises and government agencies. The company is funded by Bessemer Venture Partners and Sequoia Capital, and its team includes former executives from Symantec, McAfee, Palo Alto Networks, and Lookout.

Cyberoam

Acquisition in 2014
Cyberoam, now a part of Sophos, specializes in network security solutions tailored for organizations of all sizes, including small, medium, and large enterprises. The company provides a comprehensive range of products focused on securing networks at the gateway level. Its offerings include centralized security management, intelligent logging and reporting, and Internet security appliances designed for both businesses and home users. Cyberoam's appliances utilize multi-core processors to deliver enterprise-grade performance, ensuring robust protection against evolving cyber threats.

DIALOGS Software

Acquisition in 2012
DIALOGS Software is develops mobile device management solutions. The company offers remote access solutions for optimizing, covering, and stabilizing the communication between field and head office; customized software development for individual company requirements; and location based services distribution center, a service for querying mobile position data in GSM networks. It also provides short messaging service distribution services; and smartMan that enables enterprises to manage and configure their smartphones and tablets with applications, data, and functions via a Web-based user interface.

Astaro

Acquisition in 2011
Astaro specializes in network security solutions, offering a comprehensive range of products designed to protect IT infrastructure. Its flagship product, the Astaro Security Gateway, integrates network, web, and email security functionalities into a unified management platform, accessible through an intuitive browser-based interface. In addition to the Security Gateway, Astaro provides the Astaro Web Gateway, which ensures complete protection and control over web data transfers, facilitating malware detection, application control, URL filtering, and bandwidth management. The company's products are supported by a global network of 350 solutions partners, who provide local support and services to enhance customer experience.

ActiveState

Acquisition in 2003
ActiveState provides a platform designed to enhance the development, distribution, and management of software applications, focusing on dynamic languages and open-source technologies. This platform enables DevOps, InfoSec, and development teams to improve security and boost productivity, facilitating the rapid delivery of secure applications. By simplifying the complexities associated with open source, ActiveState offers features such as a continuously secure software supply chain, robust vulnerability management, and governance support. This comprehensive approach fosters collaboration across organizations, allowing enterprises to leverage open-source code with built-in compliance and security measures. ActiveState is recognized for its pioneering role in the enterprise adoption of open-source software.
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