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{{Short description|American computer security company}}

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{{Infobox company
|name = AlienVault
| name = LevelBlue
| logo = LevelBlue_MasterLogo.jpg
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|type = [[Private company|Private]]
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|foundation = 2007
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| founder = Julio Casal, Dominique Karg
|location = [[San Mateo, California|San Mateo]], California (US) and [[Madrid]], Spain
|key_people = Barmak Meftah, CEO; Roger Thornton, CTO; Jaime Blasco, Chief Scientist
|num_employees = 200+
|industry = [[Computer Security]], [[Computer Software]]
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|homepage =[https://www.alienvault.com/ alienvault.com]
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| former_name = AT&T Cybersecurity (2019-2024), AlienVault (2007–2019)
'''AlienVault''' is a developer of commercial and open source solutions to manage [[cyber-attack|cyber attacks]],<ref name=TechCrunch /> including the Open Threat Exchange, the world's largest crowd-sourced computer-security platform<ref name=ITPortal /> with more than 26,000 participants in 140 countries that share more than one million potential threats daily.<ref name=betanews /> The company has raised $116 million since it was founded in 2007.<ref name=Crunchbase /> In 2015, AlienVault researchers released a study disclosing that Chinese hackers were circumventing popular privacy tools.<ref name=Times />


| location = [[Dallas, Texas|Dallas]], [[Texas]], US
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==Products==
| founder = Robert McCullen, CEO


| industry = [[Managed security services]], Managed security service provider (MSSP), Cybersecurity Consulting, XDR
In addition to their free products, AlienVault offers a paid security platform, called Unified Security Management, that integrates threat detection, incident response, and compliance management into one solution.<ref name=ComputerWorld /> Threat applications are offered via hardware, virtual machines and as a cloud service.<ref name=TechCrunch />
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| homepage = {{URL|https://www.levelblue.com/#}}
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'''LevelBlue''' (formerly '''AT&T Cybersecurity'''<ref>{{Cite web |last=McDowell |first=Steve |title=AT&T Spins-Out Cybersecurity Business, LevelBlue |url=https://www.forbes.com/sites/stevemcdowell/2024/05/07/att-spins-out-cybersecurity-business-levelblue/ |access-date=2024-09-06 |website=[[Forbes]] |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=AT&T Splits Cybersecurity Services Business, Launches LevelBlue |url=https://www.darkreading.com/cybersecurity-operations/att-splits-cybersecurity-services-business-launches-levelblue |access-date=2024-09-06 |website=www.darkreading.com |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |last=Liu |first=Nancy |date=May 6, 2024 |title=AT&T Cybersecurity becomes a separate business, rebranded as LevelBlue |url=https://www.sdxcentral.com/articles/news/att-cybersecurity-becomes-a-separate-business-rebranded-as-levelblue/2024/05 |access-date=2024-09-06 |website=sdxcentral.com}}</ref>) is a managed security service provider. Cybersecurity investor WillJam Ventures officially launched LevelBlue, a joint venture with AT&T, to form a new, standalone managed cybersecurity services business at RSA Conference 2024. LevelBlue offers managed security services, consulting, threat intelligence and research.
The Open Threat Exchange (OTX), which is free, enables security experts to research and collaborate on new threats, better compare data and integrate threat information into their security systems.<ref name=betanews /> A big data platform, OTX leverages natural language processing and machine learning.<ref name=betanews />
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==Products==
LevelBlue is a managed security services business. Product and services include:


Cybersecurity Consulting Services that provide assessment, planning and advisory through the LevelBlue Consulting team. LevelBlue Consulting services include security strategy and build cyber resilience through Zero Trust, risk mitigation, and compliance assurance.
AlienVault also runs the Open Source Security Information Management ([[OSSIM]]) project, which helps network administrators with computer security, intrusion detection and response.<ref name=eWeek /><ref name=eWeek2 />


Managed Security Services for Network Security, Threat Detection and Response, and Endpoint Security offer a strategic extension to help organizations simplify cybersecurity to deliver greater insights. LevelBlue Managed Security Services drive efficiency in security operations, identify costs and complexity and associate them with business outcomes, and pinpoint where to adapt and scale as business evolves.
==History==


Threat Intelligence from LevelBlue Labs identifies threats and accelerates threat detection and response through its threat intelligence platform. Enriched by machine learning and security expertise, the platform is backed by the LevelBlue [[Open Threat Exchange]] (OTX), a community of over 235,000 security professionals who submit 20 million plus threat indicators daily.
The OSSIM project began in 2003 and was founded by Dominique Karg<ref>{{cite web|title=Dominque Karig|url=http://sourceforge.net/users/dkarg|website=SourceForge|accessdate=8 November 2015}}</ref> and Julio Casal.<ref>{{cite web|title=Julio Casal|url=http://sourceforge.net/users/jcasal|website=SourceForge|accessdate=8 November 2015}}</ref> It became the basis of AlienVault, founded in 2007 in [[Madrid]], Spain.<ref name=Forbes />


LevelBlue also offers third-party integrations through its open XDR platform USM Anywhere.
The company hired the management team of Hewlett Packard's Fortify group in 2012, including AlienVault CEO Barmak Mefteh, [[CTO]] Roger Thornton and five others.<ref name=TechWorld />
LevelBlue operates across four global Security Operations Centers (SOCs) and three global Network Operations Centers (NOCs) that are monitored 24/7/365, providing service and support.

In 2015, the company partnered with [[Intel]] to coordinate real-time threat information.<ref name=Intel /> A similar deal with [[Hewlett Packard]] was announced the same year.<ref name=ITPortal />

In June of 2015, AlienVault Chief Scientist Jaime Biasco released a report saying that Chinese hackers found a way to circumvent both [[virtual private network|virtual private networks]] (VPNs), and [[Tor (anonymity network)|Tor]], anonymity software that hides a computer’s location by routing its requests through a series of [[Internet Service Providers]].<ref name=Times /><ref name=Warwick />

==Finances==

In August of 2015, the firm raised $52 million to expand its security business. The round was led by [[Institutional Venture Partners]] and included GGV Capital, [[Kleiner Perkins]], Trident Capital, and Caufield and Byers.<ref name=eWeek /><ref name=TechCrunch />

The company said in 2015 it was adding 300 to 400 new clients each quarter and it hired a Chief Financial Officer to help it prepare for a possible [[Initial Public Offering]] (IPO).<ref name=TechCrunch />

==Awards==

In 2015, AlienVault won the "Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) Solution of the Year" presented by The Computing Security Awards.<ref>{{cite web|title=The Computing Security Awards 2015|url=http://www.computingsecurityawards.co.uk/|website=ComputingSecurityAwards.co.uk|publisher=Computing Security|accessdate=9 November 2015}}</ref>

In 2014, AlienVault was nominated for “Best SMB Security Product” and Jaime Blasco, Director of AlienVault Labs, was nominated for “Technology Hero of the Year” by V3, a technology industry publication.<ref>{{cite web|last1=Bennet|first1=Madeline|title=V3 announces winners of Technology Awards 2014|url=http://m.v3.co.uk/v3-uk/news/2384032/v3-announces-winners-of-technology-awards-2014|website=v3.co.uk|publisher=V3|accessdate=9 November 2015}}</ref>

==Competitors==

AlienVault competes in the [[Security Information and Event Management|SIEM]] and [[network security]] industry against HP ArcSight, IBM QRadar and [[LogRhythm]], among others.<ref>{{cite news|last1=Scarfone|first1=Karen|title=Comparing the best SIEM systems on the market|url=http://searchsecurity.techtarget.com/feature/Comparing-the-best-SIEM-systems-on-the-market|accessdate=8 November 2015|publisher=TechTarget|date=September 2015}}</ref>


==References==
==References==
{{Reflist}}
<references>

<ref name=betanews>{{cite news|last1=Barker|first1=Ian|title=Open Threat Exchange brings a community approach to fighting attacks|url=http://betanews.com/2015/07/28/open-threat-exchange-brings-a-community-approach-to-fighting-attacks/|accessdate=8 November 2015|publisher=betanews|date=August 2015}}</ref>

<ref name=Crunchbase>{{cite web|title=AlienVault|url=https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/alienvault|website=Crunchbase.com|publisher=Crunchbase|accessdate=8 November 2015}}</ref>

<ref name=TechCrunch>{{cite news|last1=Miller|first1=Ron|title=AlienVault Secures $52M Round With Eye Toward IPO|url=http://techcrunch.com/2015/08/19/alienvault-secures-52m-round-with-eye-toward-ipo/|accessdate=8 November 2015|publisher=TechCrunch|date=19 August 2015}}</ref>

<ref name=ComputerWorld>{{cite news|last1=Kepes|first1=Ben|title=AlienVault picks up $52M to secure all the things|url=http://www.computerworld.com/article/2971402/security/alienvault-picks-up-52m-to-secure-all-the-things.html|accessdate=8 November 2015|publisher=ComputerWorld|date=19 August 2015}}</ref>

<ref name=Times>{{cite news|last1=Perloth|first1=Nicole|title=Chinese Hackers Circumvent Popular Web Privacy Tools|url=http://www.nytimes.com/2015/06/13/technology/chinese-hackers-circumvent-popular-web-privacy-tools.html?ref=topics&_r=0|accessdate=8 November 2015|publisher=New York Times|date=12 June 2015}}</ref>

<ref name=eWeek>{{cite news|last1=Kerner|first1=Sean|title=AlienVault Raises $52M to Grow Its Security Business|url=http://www.eweek.com/security/alienvault-raises-52m-to-grow-its-security-business.html|accessdate=8 November 2015|publisher=eWeek|date=19 August 2015}}</ref>

<ref name=eWeek2>{{cite news|last1=Kerner|first1=Sean|title=AlienVault Advances Open-Source SIEM|url=http://www.eweek.com/security/alienvault-advances-open-source-siem.html|accessdate=8 November 2015|publisher=eWeek|date=20 February 2014}}</ref>

<ref name=Forbes>{{cite news|last1=Cohan|first1=Peter|title=AlienVault is Catching the Internet Security Wave|url=http://www.forbes.com/sites/petercohan/2012/08/07/alienvault-is-catching-the-internet-security-wave/|accessdate=8 November 2015|publisher=Forbes.com|date=7 August 2012}}</ref>

<ref name=Warwick>{{cite news|last1=Ashford|first1=Warwick|title=Chinese hackers are by-passing web privacy tools, say researchers|url=http://www.computerweekly.com/news/4500248135/Chinese-hackers-are-by-passing-web-privacy-tools-say-researchers|accessdate=8 November 2015|publisher=Computer Weekly|date=15 June 2015}}</ref>

<ref name=Intel>{{cite news|last1=Neal|first1=David|title=Intel and AlienVault partner on real-time threat information sharing|url=http://www.theinquirer.net/inquirer/news/2408353/intel-and-alienvault-partner-on-real-time-threat-information-sharing|accessdate=8 November 2015|publisher=The Inquirer|date=13 May 2015}}</ref>

<ref name=TechWorld>{{cite news|last1=Dunn|first1=John|title=AlienVault grabs entire managment team from HP division|url=http://www.techworld.com/news/security/alienvault-grabs-entire-managment-team-from-hp-division-3330689/|accessdate=8 November 2015|publisher=Techworld|date=17 January 2012}}</ref>


==External links==
<ref name=ITPortal>{{cite news|last1=Raywood|first1=Dan|title=HP partner with AlienVault on Cyber Threat-Sharing Initiative|url=http://www.itproportal.com/2015/04/22/hp-partner-alienvault-cyber-threat-sharing-initiative/|accessdate=8 November 2015|publisher=ITPortal.com|date=24 April 2015}}</ref>
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Latest revision as of 07:54, 22 November 2024

LevelBlue
FormerlyAT&T Cybersecurity (2019-2024), AlienVault (2007–2019)
IndustryManaged security services, Managed security service provider (MSSP), Cybersecurity Consulting, XDR
FounderRobert McCullen, CEO
HeadquartersDallas, Texas, US
Websitewww.levelblue.com

LevelBlue (formerly AT&T Cybersecurity[1][2][3]) is a managed security service provider. Cybersecurity investor WillJam Ventures officially launched LevelBlue, a joint venture with AT&T, to form a new, standalone managed cybersecurity services business at RSA Conference 2024. LevelBlue offers managed security services, consulting, threat intelligence and research.

Products

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LevelBlue is a managed security services business. Product and services include:

Cybersecurity Consulting Services that provide assessment, planning and advisory through the LevelBlue Consulting team. LevelBlue Consulting services include security strategy and build cyber resilience through Zero Trust, risk mitigation, and compliance assurance.

Managed Security Services for Network Security, Threat Detection and Response, and Endpoint Security offer a strategic extension to help organizations simplify cybersecurity to deliver greater insights. LevelBlue Managed Security Services drive efficiency in security operations, identify costs and complexity and associate them with business outcomes, and pinpoint where to adapt and scale as business evolves.

Threat Intelligence from LevelBlue Labs identifies threats and accelerates threat detection and response through its threat intelligence platform. Enriched by machine learning and security expertise, the platform is backed by the LevelBlue Open Threat Exchange (OTX), a community of over 235,000 security professionals who submit 20 million plus threat indicators daily.

LevelBlue also offers third-party integrations through its open XDR platform USM Anywhere. LevelBlue operates across four global Security Operations Centers (SOCs) and three global Network Operations Centers (NOCs) that are monitored 24/7/365, providing service and support.

References

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  1. ^ McDowell, Steve. "AT&T Spins-Out Cybersecurity Business, LevelBlue". Forbes. Retrieved September 6, 2024.
  2. ^ "AT&T Splits Cybersecurity Services Business, Launches LevelBlue". www.darkreading.com. Retrieved September 6, 2024.
  3. ^ Liu, Nancy (May 6, 2024). "AT&T Cybersecurity becomes a separate business, rebranded as LevelBlue". sdxcentral.com. Retrieved September 6, 2024.
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