Proofpoint, Inc., a global leader in cybersecurity and compliance, announced a definitive agreement to acquire Hornetsecurity Group, a pan-European leader in AI-powered Microsoft 365 (M365) security, data protection, compliance, and security awareness services. This strategic acquisition strengthens Proofpoint’s human-centric security offerings for small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) through managed service providers (MSPs), advancing its mission to protect people and data worldwide.
Combining Strengths for a New Standard in Security
Hornetsecurity brings a robust business to Proofpoint’s portfolio, boasting over $160 million in annual recurring revenue (ARR) and more than 20% year-over-year growth. Serving 125,000 SMBs and over 12,000 MSP channel partners across Europe, Hornetsecurity complements Proofpoint’s global leadership in enterprise-grade security trusted by 85% of Fortune 100 companies.
Together, the companies will integrate complementary platforms powered by shared threat intelligence, creating a unified, human-centric security approach tailored to the diverse needs of organizations worldwide.
Leadership Perspectives
Sumit Dhawan, CEO of Proofpoint, emphasized the growing sophistication of cyberattacks and the need for security that protects people across all digital channels:
“With the addition of Hornetsecurity, we’re excited to extend our industry-leading, human-centric security platform to better serve MSPs and SMBs globally. This acquisition strengthens our commitment to expanding in Europe as part of our global growth strategy.”
Daniel Hofmann, founder and CEO of Hornetsecurity, highlighted the natural fit between the companies:
“Joining Proofpoint is the next step in building the strongest global M365 security services offering. Together, we will better serve partners and customers and expand protection for MSPs worldwide.”
Why M365 Security Matters
Microsoft 365 remains central to modern business operations, making it a prime target for cyber threats. Hornetsecurity’s flagship 365 Total Protection platform delivers comprehensive cloud security for M365, offering MSPs a unified, multi-tenant solution with advanced email security, backup, security awareness training, access control, and domain fraud protection.
Post-acquisition, Proofpoint plans to leverage its global reach to bring Hornetsecurity’s platform to MSPs and SMBs worldwide, fostering a unified and innovative security approach backed by AI-driven threat detection.
Continuity and Growth
Hornetsecurity’s leadership, including CEO Daniel Hofmann and the management team, will remain in place to drive ongoing innovation and growth, ensuring continuity for customers and partners.
