Accenture Plans $4.18 Billion Push Into OT Security With Three Acquisitions
Summary
Accenture plans to take a majority stake in Dragos for $3.25 billion and acquire runZero and NetRise, expanding into OT security software. The deals await regulatory approval and are expected to close in August or September.
Key points
- Accenture announced plans to acquire a majority stake in Dragos for $3.25 billion and buy runZero and NetRise; the combined transactions are described as a $4.18 billion investment.
- Dragos detects threats in operational technology (OT) environments, including those used by critical infrastructure operators.
- runZero provides asset discovery and attack-surface intelligence; NetRise focuses on firmware visibility and software supply chain security.
- Dragos CEO Robert M. Lee will continue leading the business, which is expected to operate independently under Accenture’s ownership.
- The transactions are expected to close in August or September, subject to customary regulatory approvals.
Article Details
- Event Type
- Accenture announced plans to acquire a majority stake in Dragos and acquire runZero and NetRise.
- Impact
- The $4.18 billion transaction would expand Accenture's presence in OT cybersecurity software. Dragos adds industrial threat detection, runZero adds asset discovery and attack-surface intelligence, and NetRise adds firmware visibility and software supply chain security. The combined capabilities are intended to support defenses for critical infrastructure and other operational environments.
People
HD MoorerunZero CEO, expected to join Dragos as a senior executive following the acquisition.Michael ScottNetRise chief technology officer, expected to join Dragos as a senior executive following the acquisition.Robert M. LeeDragos co-founder and CEO; he is expected to continue leading the combined entity and described the intended role of the acquisitions in expanding the Dragos Platform.Tom PaceNetRise CEO, expected to join Dragos as a senior executive following the acquisition.
Vendors
AccentureAccenture plans to acquire a majority stake in Dragos for $3.25 billion and buy runZero and NetRise, betting big on industrial OT security for critical infrastructure in the AI era.DragosAccenture plans to acquire a majority stake in Dragos for $3.25 billion and buy runZero and NetRise, betting big on industrial OT security for critical infrastructure in the AI era.NetRiseAccenture plans to acquire a majority stake in Dragos for $3.25 billion and buy runZero and NetRise, betting big on industrial OT security for critical infrastructure in the AI era.runZeroAccenture plans to acquire a majority stake in Dragos for $3.25 billion and buy runZero and NetRise, betting big on industrial OT security for critical infrastructure in the AI era.
Products
Industries
Critical infrastructureAccenture plans to acquire a majority stake in Dragos for $3.25 billion and buy runZero and NetRise, betting big on industrial OT security for critical infrastructure in the AI era.Data centers“Our energy and water systems, manufacturing plants, data centers and other operational environments need cybersecurity built from the ground up for xOT and designed to keep pace as threats evolve.Energy“Our energy and water systems, manufacturing plants, data centers and other operational environments need cybersecurity built from the ground up for xOT and designed to keep pace as threats evolve.Manufacturing“Our energy and water systems, manufacturing plants, data centers and other operational environments need cybersecurity built from the ground up for xOT and designed to keep pace as threats evolve.