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Bitdefender Enhances Email Security and Response through Acquisition
Bitdefender has announced plans to acquire Mesh Security, an Irish startup, to integrate enhanced email security into its GravityZone XDR and MDR platforms. This acquisition is aimed at extending threat visibility and detection capabilities both before and after email delivery.
As stated by Andrei Florescu, President of Bitdefender’s Business Solutions Group, Mesh Security employs a dual-layer approach that combines a secure email gateway with cloud-native, API-enabled email security. This model aligns well with Bitdefender’s focus on mid-market solutions and serves the pressing need for increased defenses against business email compromise, especially within the managed service provider (MSP) sector.
Following a thorough market analysis, Florescu noted, “We sought technology that could complement and enhance our GravityZone XDR platform, which led us to Mesh.” The startup, founded in 2020, has established itself with a strong emphasis on addressing email security threats while employing a team of 20 and securing $1.73 million in funding last year.
Strategic Benefits of the Acquisition
The acquisition is expected to solidify Bitdefender’s email protection capabilities within its broader security suite. By incorporating the technology of Mesh, the firm aims to improve its ability to detect and respond to email-borne threats, thereby enhancing the overall security posture of customer environments.
Florescu emphasized the importance of the MSP market, reinforcing that the deal would enable tighter integrations and shared workflows between managed service providers and their clients. The combined offerings will not only facilitate proactive detection but also retrospective analysis of incidents, allowing for coordinated responses to threats that are often multifaceted in nature.
Enhancing Incident Response with Mesh Technology
By integrating Mesh’s telemetry into the GravityZone XDR platform, Bitdefender aims to establish a solid foundation for real-time email security analytics. This involves refining data processing methodologies and enhancing existing threat detection capabilities. Such measures align with tactics outlined in the MITRE ATT&CK framework, specifically focusing on initial access and persistence strategies often exploited in cyber incidents.
As Bitdefender pushes forward with this acquisition, both Bitdefender and Mesh target organizations ranging from 500 to 5,000 employees, primarily in North America and Europe. Their mutual focus on sectors such as manufacturing and finance underscores the importance of scalable, robust cybersecurity solutions tailored to the needs of businesses reliant on managed services.
Ultimately, Florescu reiterated that maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction remains a top priority, stating, “We aim to ensure that our partners, including those who previously invested in Mesh, are well-supported post-acquisition.” As Bitdefender navigates the complexities of the evolving threat landscape, this strategic move promises to enhance the effectiveness and reach of its email security offerings.
