Arctic Wolf Acquires Cylance Endpoint Security Assets from BlackBerry
Arctic Wolf has announced that it has completed the acquisition of Cylance endpoint security assets from BlackBerry Limited. The two companies entered into a definitive agreement on December 15, 2024.
“We are pleased to have successfully closed this pivotal transaction for BlackBerry and look forward to continuing our relationship with Arctic Wolf as a customer, as a reseller of the portfolio to our large government customers, and as a shareholder of this dynamic, growing company,” said John Giamatteo, chief executive officer of BlackBerry.
“Today, the launch of Aurora Endpoint Security represents a transformative step in how organizations adopt endpoint protection,” said Nick Schneider, president and chief executive officer of Arctic Wolf. “By integrating Cylance’s advanced AI-driven capabilities into the Aurora Platform, and combined with the expertise of one of the world’s largest commercial security operations centers (SOCs), Arctic Wolf’s Aurora Endpoint Security offerings help organizations reduce risk exposure with better prevention and threat detection, eliminate alert fatigue and false positives, and build stronger, more resilient defenses.”
Aurora Endpoint Security is Arctic Wolf’s portfolio of advanced endpoint protection solutions, designed to extend AI-driven prevention and detection capabilities directly to the endpoint. Seamlessly integrated into the Arctic Wolf Aurora Platform, Aurora Endpoint Security leverages insights from over 10,000 customers and more than 7 trillion security observations weekly to address advanced and emerging threats. Aurora Endpoint Security includes four solutions tailored to meet diverse customer needs: Aurora Protect, Aurora Endpoint Defense, Aurora Managed Endpoint Defense On-Demand, and Aurora Managed Endpoint Defense.
Arctic Wolf Acquires Cylance Endpoint Security Assets from BlackBerry, Launches Aurora Endpoint Security
In a significant move for the cybersecurity landscape, Arctic Wolf has officially completed its acquisition of Cylance endpoint security assets from BlackBerry Limited. The definitive agreement, reached on December 15, 2024, marks a pivotal moment for both companies, with Arctic Wolf poised to enhance its security offerings.
John Giamatteo, CEO of BlackBerry, expressed enthusiasm about the transaction, stating, “We are pleased to have successfully closed this pivotal transaction for BlackBerry and look forward to continuing our relationship with Arctic Wolf as a customer and reseller of the portfolio to our large government customers.” This partnership underscores BlackBerry’s commitment to maintaining a strong presence in the cybersecurity realm while supporting Arctic Wolf’s growth.
With the acquisition finalized, Arctic Wolf has unveiled its latest innovation: Aurora Endpoint Security. Nick Schneider, President and CEO of Arctic Wolf, heralded the launch as a transformative step in endpoint protection. “By integrating Cylance’s advanced AI-driven capabilities into the Aurora Platform, we are helping organizations reduce risk exposure, eliminate alert fatigue, and build stronger defenses,” Schneider stated.
Aurora Endpoint Security is designed to deliver advanced protection solutions directly to the endpoint, leveraging insights from over 10,000 customers and analyzing more than 7 trillion security observations weekly. The portfolio includes four tailored solutions: Aurora Protect, Aurora Endpoint Defense, Aurora Managed Endpoint Defense On-Demand, and Aurora Managed Endpoint Defense, each crafted to meet diverse customer needs.
As cyber threats continue to evolve, Arctic Wolf’s Aurora Endpoint Security aims to empower organizations with cutting-edge tools to combat emerging risks, solidifying its position as a leader in the cybersecurity industry.
