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Intent-based protection for every human and every AI agent, across all data. Follow @threatinsight for updates on the threat landscape.

Sunnyvale, CA
Joined February 2009
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Proofpoint researchers identified BluePhishing, a potential attack technique that could be considered the next evolution of OAuth consent abuse. ⚠️ Attackers can use Microsoft Entra’s agent identity model to gain initial access to corporate environments. proofpoint.com/us/blog/threa…
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Proofpoint tracked an active Microsoft Entra ID password-spraying campaign from a single IP, 167.148.201.149 (MillenialHost Limited). Between Sep 18 and Oct 8, 2026, the malicious threat cluster, UNK_RopcRain, generated 2,140 sign-in events against 1,310 users in 306 tenants.
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Discover the framework behind Proofpoint Agentic Collaboration Security, a unified system combining intent-based detection, agentic investigation, and user risk agents to protect how people communicate and collaborate. 🔗 proofpoint.com/us/blog/threa… #AIsecurity #agenticworkspace
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Proofpoint is named a Leader in the 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Digital Communications Governance and Archiving Solutions for the third consecutive year. Download the report to learn more: proofpoint.com/us/start-with…
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CISOs are being asked to consolidate and address emerging risks, often without new budget or time. Proofpoint Flex, our new commitment-based purchasing model, is built for that. More details are in our press release (proofpoint.com/us/newsroom/p…) and blog (proofpoint.com/us/blog/corpo…).
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Proofpoint protects more than 1.8 million Microsoft customers worldwide. Now, Microsoft 365 customers can layer our market-leading Core Email Protection API into their existing Microsoft security environment. See our announcement for details: proofpoint.com/us/newsroom/p…
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Proofpoint AI security is built on intent and data context. A cybersecurity analyst in the manufacturing industry gave Proofpoint AI Security a 5/5 rating in the Gartner Peer Insights™ AI Application Security Market. gtnr.io/9jr0aW7OO #gartnerpeerinsights #AIsecurity
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We’re honored to be named @proofpoint 2026 APJ GSI Partner of the Year. This recognition reflects the strength of our partnership and our shared commitment to delivering meaningful cybersecurity outcomes for organizations across the region. #NTTDATAAPAC
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The future of data security is taking shape. Proofpoint has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire @Varonis — a defining step toward creating one of the most comprehensive data and AI security solutions in the industry. See the announcement: proofpoint.com/us/newsroom/p…
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Congratulations @proofpoint on its acquisition of Varonis ⚡️ A super milestone for all the team!  Well done 🚀 #NYSEWired #theCUBE
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Our CEO, @sumit_dhawan, joined @CNBC's ‘Squawk on the Street’ to discuss Proofpoint’s $6.3 billion acquisition of AI cybersecurity firm Varonis, AI safety issues, and more. “Proofpoint and Varonis together become the largest cybersecurity player solving data security. No other provider was designed and built for protecting data.” cnbc.com/video/2026/10/16/pr…
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A transformational moment for cybersecurity. @Proofpoint’s agreement to acquire @Varonis for $6.3B brings together two leaders to help companies protect the data powering enterprise AI. Congratulations to Sumit, Yaki and both teams!
Proofpoint has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire @Varonis, a leader in data and AI security. Details: proofpoint.com/us/newsroom/p… The combination will establish the industry's largest data and AI cybersecurity organization, bringing together distinct strengths to deliver a unified platform for protecting people, data, and AI. Our CEO, Sumit Dhawan, shares more here: proofpoint.com/us/blog/corpo…
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Proofpoint has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire @Varonis, a leader in data and AI security. Details: proofpoint.com/us/newsroom/p… The combination will establish the industry's largest data and AI cybersecurity organization, bringing together distinct strengths to deliver a unified platform for protecting people, data, and AI. Our CEO, Sumit Dhawan, shares more here: proofpoint.com/us/blog/corpo…
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Just announced: CoGUI has been disrupted. Proofpoint supported @Microsoft in the major takedown of Chinese-speaking cybercrime threat actors and CoGUI, the infrastructure supporting their activities. More details: proofpoint.com/us/blog/threa…
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Independent cybersecurity research platform, @insights_expert, has recognized the effectiveness of our enterprise AI security platform built on intent and data context. Grateful to our customers and partners, whose feedback continues to guide the development of our solutions. 🎊
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According to our new Cyber Insecurity in Healthcare report, 97% of organizations surveyed experienced at least one cyberattack in the past year, of which 74% reported disruption to patient care as a result. Read the report for more concerning findings: proofpoint.com/us/resources/…
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It's Cybersecurity Awareness Month! We'll share practical tips to protect you and your organization from today's evolving threats. Check out tip 1, then register for our special Intercepted: Cybersecurity Awareness Month event, happening on October 21. brnw.ch/21x6lNo
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In a new blog, our GVP of AI Security, Tim Choi, flagged how security teams are taking on AI security work before they are ready for it. Read his advice on finding the right talent that understands your org's data, applications, and business operations. proofpoint.com/us/blog/ai-se…
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