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Cybersecurity platform for ransomware protection
$90k - $120kAnnually
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San Diego, CA, USA
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Halcyon.ai provides a cybersecurity platform focused on preventing ransomware attacks and ensuring business continuity for organizations. The platform features automated encryption key capture and autonomous decryption, allowing businesses to quickly recover from ransomware incidents by decrypting infected devices immediately. Additionally, Halcyon includes a resilience engine that helps restore infected systems efficiently, setting it apart from competitors. The company also offers a Ransomware Readiness Report to help clients assess their security posture. Halcyon operates on a subscription-based model, generating revenue through fees based on the level of protection and size of the client’s operations. The goal of Halcyon is to protect businesses from cyber threats and minimize disruption to their operations.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
Series C
Total Funding
$198.4M
Headquarters
Austin, Texas
Founded
2021
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Beware this Cloak ransomware drive-by download threat to WindowsSOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images. Although little is known, in truth, about a cybercriminal actor employing what has become known as the Cloak ransomware threat, the group has risen rapidly to gain status as a significant player in the ransomware landscape since first emerging in 2022. Threat researchers at Halcyon have now analyzed the Cloak ransomware threat and uncovered a new and worrying variant that not only displays “sophisticated extraction and privilege escalation mechanisms” but also terminates processes related to both security and data backup tools. This new Cloak variant, Halcyon warned, can spread by way of dangerous drive-by downloads disguised as legitimate updates like Microsoft Windows installers. Here’s what you need to know.ForbesNew Windows 0Day Attack Strikes—Microsoft Warns Millions To Update NowBy Davey Winder. The Dangerous Windows Drive-By Threat That Is Cloak Ransomware
Koncise Solutions announces partnership with Halcyon.
Halcyon was founded in 2021, employs 212 people and has raised $190 million in four rounds of outside funding, with the company closing a $40 million Series B led by Bain Capital Ventures in Dec. 2023.
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AUSTIN, Texas, July 31, 2024--Halcyon, a leading platform designed from day one to defeat ransomware, today announced a strategic investment from Cisco Investments. The financing will be used to accelerate development and fuel adoption of the Halcyon anti-ransomware platform, furthering Halcyon’s mission to defeat ransomware and reinforcing the company’s position as a critical tool in the fight against cybercrime. Halcyon has raised over $90M to date.
We want to hear from you! Take our quick AI survey and share your insights on the current state of AI, how you’re implementing it, and what you expect to see in the future. Learn More. Claiming to have breached the U.S. Treasury and instead releasing 33 terabytes of data on the dark web exfiltrated from banking and fintech provider Evolve, LockBit’s latest breach shows how vulnerable fintech is to cyberattacks. Evolve announced the breach on June 26, posting a notice on their site, saying the breach included personally identifiable information (PII), including customer names, Social Security numbers, dates of birth and account information, which has severe implications for the affected individuals and companies.Evolve began notifying affected parties on July 8. The fintech provider and financial services organization traced the attack to a phishing email in which an employee inadvertently clicked on a malicious internet link.“We refused to pay the ransom demanded by the threat actor
AUSTIN, Texas, June 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Freeit Data Solutions is thrilled to announce the addition of DIR-CPO-5330 to our Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) contract offerings, enabling us to provide cutting-edge Software COTS and related services. This milestone underscores our dedication to delivering premier cybersecurity solutions to the public sector in Texas."Freeit's new DIR contract (DIR-CPO-5330) empowers us to offer state-of-the-art software security solutions, equipping our clients with the tools necessary to safeguard their constituents' data," said Wayne Orchid, President & CEO at Freeit Data Solutions.This new DIR contract allows Freeit to extend best-in-class security software and services to government and educational institutions. By leveraging the state of Texas's bulk purchasing power, these organizations can secure critical cybersecurity solutions at competitive prices, streamlining the procurement process and ensuring compliance with purchasing requirements."We are ecstatic to be included in Freeit's new DIR contract," stated Jason Willadsen, Director of SLED at Automox. "We are now fully equipped to support public sector organizations within Texas and beyond, helping them enhance their security posture and swiftly address vulnerabilities."Bryan Atchison, Director of Commercial Channels at Halcyon, added, "Halcyon and Freeit are ready to assist public sector organizations in strengthening their security infrastructure and improving services for the communities they serve."The new contract includes partnerships with leading security technology providers:AutomoxAxoniusCohesityCriblHalcyonIllumioMilestone SystemsRecon InfoSecReliaquestSCADAFenceVaronisThis strategic collaboration ensures that Texas government and educational institutions have access to top-tier cybersecurity solutions, addressing the growing concern of cyber threats and data breaches in the public sector.About Freeit Data Solutions:Freeit Data Solutions is an Austin-based IT services and solutions company that designs and deploys cybersecurity and IT infrastructure solutions for mid to large-sized companies, enabling them to better manage and protect their data. For more information visit: www.freeitdata.comSOURCE Freeit Data Solutions Inc