A10 Networks Expands its Cybersecurity Portfolio with Acquisition of ThreatX Protect
A10 Networks (NYSE: ATEN) has acquired ThreatX Protect's assets and key personnel to expand its cybersecurity portfolio with web application and API protection (WAAP). The acquisition, which has already closed, is expected to be modestly accretive to A10's earnings per share in 2025.
ThreatX Protect offers a WAAP solution utilizing behavioral and risk profiling to protect enterprises from evolving threats, including AI application threats. The software-as-a-service solution includes API protection, bot management, and next-generation web application firewall.
The acquisition supports A10's strategy of helping customers deploy security solutions in a hybrid approach to protect applications and APIs across various environments. The A10 Defend portfolio now includes hybrid DDoS protection, DDoS threat intelligence, web application and bot protection, and WAAP solution integrated into a single platform.
A10 Networks (NYSE: ATEN) ha acquisito gli asset e il personale chiave di ThreatX Protect per ampliare il proprio portafoglio di cybersecurity con la protezione delle applicazioni web e delle API (WAAP). L'acquisizione, già conclusa, dovrebbe avere un modesto impatto positivo sugli utili per azione di A10 nel 2025.
ThreatX Protect offre una soluzione WAAP che utilizza il profilo comportamentale e il rischio per proteggere le imprese dalle minacce in evoluzione, incluse quelle legate alle applicazioni AI. La soluzione software-as-a-service include protezione API, gestione dei bot e firewall per applicazioni web di nuova generazione.
L'acquisizione supporta la strategia di A10 di aiutare i clienti a implementare soluzioni di sicurezza in un approccio ibrido per proteggere applicazioni e API in vari ambienti. Il portafoglio A10 Defend ora include protezione ibrida DDoS, intelligence sulle minacce DDoS, protezione delle applicazioni web e dei bot, e soluzione WAAP integrata in un'unica piattaforma.
A10 Networks (NYSE: ATEN) ha adquirido los activos y personal clave de ThreatX Protect para expandir su cartera de ciberseguridad con protección de aplicaciones web y API (WAAP). La adquisición, que ya se ha cerrado, se espera que tenga un impacto modestamente positivo en las ganancias por acción de A10 en 2025.
ThreatX Protect ofrece una solución WAAP que utiliza perfiles de comportamiento y riesgo para proteger a las empresas de amenazas en evolución, incluidas las amenazas a aplicaciones de IA. La solución de software como servicio incluye protección de API, gestión de bots y un firewall de aplicaciones web de nueva generación.
La adquisición apoya la estrategia de A10 de ayudar a los clientes a implementar soluciones de seguridad en un enfoque híbrido para proteger aplicaciones y API en varios entornos. La cartera A10 Defend ahora incluye protección DDoS híbrida, inteligencia de amenazas DDoS, protección de aplicaciones web y bots, y una solución WAAP integrada en una única plataforma.
A10 Networks (NYSE: ATEN)는 ThreatX Protect의 자산 및 핵심 인력을 인수하여 웹 애플리케이션 및 API 보호(WAAP)와 함께 사이버 보안 포트폴리오를 확장했습니다. 인수는 이미 완료되었으며, 2025년 A10의 주당 수익에 소폭 긍정적인 영향을 미칠 것으로 예상됩니다.
ThreatX Protect는 행동 및 위험 프로파일링을 활용하여 기업을 진화하는 위협, AI 애플리케이션 위협을 포함하여 보호하는 WAAP 솔루션을 제공합니다. 이 소프트웨어-서비스 솔루션에는 API 보호, 봇 관리 및 차세대 웹 애플리케이션 방화벽이 포함되어 있습니다.
이 인수는 다양한 환경에서 애플리케이션과 API를 보호하기 위해 고객이 하이브리드 방식으로 보안 솔루션을 배포하도록 돕는 A10의 전략을 지원합니다. A10 Defend 포트폴리오는 이제 하이브리드 DDoS 보호, DDoS 위협 인텔리전스, 웹 애플리케이션 및 봇 보호, 그리고 단일 플랫폼에 통합된 WAAP 솔루션을 포함합니다.
A10 Networks (NYSE: ATEN) a acquis les actifs et le personnel clé de ThreatX Protect pour élargir son portefeuille de cybersécurité avec la protection des applications web et des API (WAAP). L'acquisition, déjà conclue, devrait avoir un impact modeste et positif sur le bénéfice par action d'A10 en 2025.
ThreatX Protect propose une solution WAAP utilisant le profilage comportemental et de risque pour protéger les entreprises contre les menaces évolutives, y compris les menaces liées aux applications d'IA. La solution en tant que service logiciel comprend la protection des API, la gestion des bots et un pare-feu d'application web de nouvelle génération.
L'acquisition soutient la stratégie d'A10 d'aider les clients à déployer des solutions de sécurité dans une approche hybride pour protéger les applications et les API dans divers environnements. Le portefeuille A10 Defend comprend désormais une protection DDoS hybride, une intelligence sur les menaces DDoS, la protection des applications web et des bots, ainsi qu'une solution WAAP intégrée dans une seule plateforme.
A10 Networks (NYSE: ATEN) hat die Vermögenswerte und Schlüsselpersonal von ThreatX Protect erworben, um sein Cybersecurity-Portfolio mit Schutz für Webanwendungen und APIs (WAAP) zu erweitern. Die bereits abgeschlossene Akquisition wird voraussichtlich einen moderaten positiven Einfluss auf den Gewinn pro Aktie von A10 im Jahr 2025 haben.
ThreatX Protect bietet eine WAAP-Lösung, die Verhaltens- und Risikoprofiling nutzt, um Unternehmen vor sich entwickelnden Bedrohungen, einschließlich Bedrohungen durch KI-Anwendungen, zu schützen. Die Software-as-a-Service-Lösung umfasst API-Schutz, Bot-Management und eine Next-Generation-Webanwendungsfirewall.
Die Akquisition unterstützt die Strategie von A10, Kunden dabei zu helfen, Sicherheitslösungen in einem hybriden Ansatz bereitzustellen, um Anwendungen und APIs in verschiedenen Umgebungen zu schützen. Das A10 Defend-Portfolio umfasst jetzt hybriden DDoS-Schutz, DDoS-Bedrohungsintelligenz, Schutz von Webanwendungen und Bots sowie eine in eine einzige Plattform integrierte WAAP-Lösung.
- Acquisition expected to be accretive to earnings per share by 2025
- Expands cybersecurity portfolio with WAAP capabilities
- Strengthens A10's position in enterprise security market
- Enhances hybrid security solution offerings
- None.
Insights
This strategic acquisition marks A10 Networks' calculated entry into the high-growth WAAP market, addressing a critical gap in their security portfolio. The integration of ThreatX Protect's behavioral and risk profiling capabilities, particularly for AI application protection, positions A10 at the intersection of two rapidly expanding markets: API security and AI security.
The deal's structure is particularly noteworthy for three reasons:
- The 'modestly accretive' impact to 2025 earnings suggests a prudent acquisition price and efficient integration plan
- The retention of key personnel indicates A10's focus on maintaining technological expertise and continuity
- The SaaS delivery model aligns with enterprise preferences for flexible, scalable security solutions
The timing is strategic, as enterprises increasingly struggle with sophisticated API-based attacks. By incorporating WAAP capabilities into their A10 Defend portfolio, the company can now offer a comprehensive security platform that protects applications across hybrid environments - a critical differentiator in the enterprise market.
The focus on AI application security is particularly forward-thinking. As organizations rapidly adopt AI technologies, the need for specialized security solutions will grow exponentially. This positions A10 to capitalize on two major technology trends: the surge in API-driven applications and the proliferation of AI systems requiring robust security measures.
While the financial terms weren't disclosed, the statement that this doesn't represent a material change to the 2025 outlook suggests a measured approach to inorganic growth, prioritizing strategic fit over size. This approach typically results in better integration outcomes and lower execution risk.
ThreatX Protect Addresses Critical Need to Protect Against Evolving Application and API Security Threats
Attacks against web applications and application programming interfaces (APIs) are on the rise and are a significant threat to enterprises. ThreatX Protect provides a unique WAAP solution using behavioral and risk profiling to help protect enterprises from evolving threats, including threats to AI applications, which can complement an AI firewall. Delivered as a software-as-a service solution, ThreatX Protect includes API protection, bot management and next-generation web application firewall.
“Expanding the A10 Defend security portfolio with ThreatX Protect gives our customers an additional tool in their strategy to protect against new and evolving threats,” said Dhrupad Trivedi, president and CEO, A10 Networks. “Our strategic focus is on helping enterprises secure their applications and networks from the growing number of threats today, as well as protecting the emerging AI use cases of the future. Adding WAAP to our solution set gives customers additional capabilities to help establish a strong security posture.”
“We are thrilled that A10 Networks has acquired certain assets of ThreatX and the including the brand and the TX Protect WAAP solution to expand A10’s security portfolio,” said Gene Fay, CEO of ThreatX. “A10 has been a fantastic partner throughout this process, and we are confident that our customers and employees will thrive under their leadership.”
As a result of this transition, the remaining assets of ThreatX will be launched as Run Security with TX Prevent, the cutting-edge eBPF-based solution re-launched as RS Prevent.
ThreatX Protect supports A10’s strategy of helping customers deploy A10 security solutions in a hybrid approach to protect apps and APIs running anywhere – public cloud, private cloud, co-location facilities or on-premises. The A10 Defend portfolio of solutions provides hybrid DDoS protection, DDoS threat intelligence and web application and bot protection, and now adds a full-featured WAAP solution all integrated into a single platform with end-to-end delivery and stronger security for mission-critical applications.
Specific terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The acquisition is consistent with A10’s stated strategy of expanding the Company’s security portfolio to grow in the enterprise market. The acquisition does not represent a material change to the Company’s 2025 financial outlook or long-term business model.
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This press release contains forward-looking statements, including statements regarding the impact of the transaction on A10 Networks and ThreatX, including the expected benefits thereof. Forward-looking statements are only predictions and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially and adversely from those expressed in any forward-looking statements including, but not limited to, A10’s ability to realize the anticipated benefits of the proposed transaction, including the possibility that the expected benefits from the proposed transaction will not be realized or will not be realized within the expected time period. All forward-looking statements are based on information available on the date of this press release, and we assume no obligation to update such statements, except as required by applicable law.
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