Bengaluru: Proofpoint, a prominent cybersecurity company, has announced its acquisition of Normalyze, a company specializing in Data Security Posture Management (DSPM). Set to close by November 2024, the acquisition aims to bolster Proofpoint’s security platform, enhancing its ability to protect data across complex digital environments, including cloud and hybrid setups. This move highlights Proofpoint’s commitment to addressing human-centric risks in data security.
As businesses increasingly integrate AI and cloud applications, security challenges in data management and classification have grown. Normalyze’s technology will enable real-time data discovery, classification, and risk assessment, empowering organizations to manage data risks proactively. Proofpoint expects that this integration will help close security gaps linked to human interaction with data, thereby reducing potential vulnerabilities and improving compliance.
With Normalyze’s AI-powered DSPM solutions, Proofpoint expects to offer enhanced data visibility and control, helping organizations secure sensitive information across diverse data ecosystems.
