Duo Security to be acquired by Cisco for $2.35bn
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Cisco Announces Intent to Acquire Duo Security
Acquisition Will Help Accelerate Cisco’s Intent-Based Networking Strategy, Allowing Customers to Securely Connect Users to Any Application on Any Network
Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) today announced its intent to acquire privately-held Duo Security, headquartered in Ann Arbor, Mich. Duo Security is the leading provider of unified access security and multi-factor authentication delivered through the cloud. Duo Security’s solution verifies the identity of users and the health of their devices before granting them access to applications – helping prevent cybersecurity breaches. Integration of Cisco’s network, device and cloud security platforms with Duo Security’s zero-trust authentication and access products will enable Cisco customers to easily and securely connect users to any application on any networked device.
Read the full statement on Duo's website.
Published — Aug. 2, 2018
