E8 Security (acquired by VMware)

About

E8 Security is a cybersecurity company founded in 2014, specializing in user and entity behavior analytics (UEBA) and advanced threat detection. The company developed machine learning-driven behavior analytics to identify anomalies and malicious activities in digital workspaces. E8 Security raised $21.8 million in funding before being acquired by VMware in March 2018. The company's core services included automated learning to track user and device behavior, anomaly detection to surface suspicious activities, and advanced threat protection through threat correlation and incident response. After the acquisition, E8 Security's technology was integrated into VMware's Workspace ONE platform, enhancing its security capabilities with proactive threat detection and unified management for digital workspaces. E8 Security's solutions targeted enterprises undergoing digital transformation, helping them mitigate security risks and improve productivity.