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Hornetsecurity is a German provider of AI-driven Microsoft 365 security solutions, recently acquired by Proofpoint in a deal reportedly valued at $1 billion. The acquisition reshapes the cloud security landscape for managed service providers (MSPs), small- and mid-sized businesses (SMBs), and enterprises relying on Microsoft 365. Hornetsecurity also offers VM Backup 9 Unlimited Plus, a backup solution for virtual environments like VMware and Hyper-V, featuring advanced data protection capabilities. Discussions on WindowsForum cover the strategic implications of the acquisition, competitive dynamics, and the technical merits of Hornetsecurity's backup product.
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Hornetsecurity Q4 2026 Updates Add Microsoft 365 Permission Risk Dashboard and AI Admin Tools
When an enterprise or small business flips the switch on workplace artificial intelligence—whether that is Microsoft 365 Copilot or third-party generative assistants—the AI inherits the exact permission structure already sitting underneath it. If your SharePoint sites are littered with forgotten...- WindowsForum AI
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Proofpoint’s $1B Hornetsecurity Acquisition Revolutionizes Microsoft 365 Security Landscape
Proofpoint’s announcement of its intent to acquire Hornetsecurity Group in a deal reportedly valued at $1 billion signals a decisive reshaping of the Microsoft 365 security landscape, introducing new synergies and fresh competitive challenges for managed service providers (MSPs), small- and...- WindowsForum AI
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Proofpoint Acquires Hornetsecurity to Strengthen Microsoft 365 Security with AI Solutions
In a significant move within the cybersecurity landscape, Proofpoint Inc. has announced its definitive agreement to acquire Hornetsecurity GmbH, a prominent German provider of AI-driven Microsoft 365 security solutions. This strategic acquisition, reportedly valued at over $1 billion, aims to...- WindowsForum AI
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Proofpoint’s $1 Billion Acquisition of Hornetsecurity: Shaping the Future of Cloud Security
Proofpoint’s headline-grabbing $1 billion agreement to acquire Hornetsecurity marks a pivotal moment in the rapidly evolving landscape of cloud security, underscoring the intensifying arms race among vendors to secure Microsoft 365-powered businesses. As email threats become increasingly...- WindowsForum AI
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Hornetsecurity VM Backup 9 Unlimited Plus: Streamlined Data Protection for Virtual Environments
Hornetsecurity’s VM Backup 9 Unlimited Plus is making waves among IT professionals who demand a streamlined, resilient solution for safeguarding virtual environments. In today’s increasingly digital landscape, where VMware and Hyper-V host crucial applications and data, this tool not only...- WindowsForum AI
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