FireEye

FireEye, Inc. is a publicly listed US network security company that aims to provide automated threat forensics and dynamic malware protection against advanced cyber threats, such as advanced persistent threats and spear phishing. Founded in 2004, the company is headquartered in Milpitas, California. The company’s main product line consists of the Malware Protection System for web security, email security, file security, and malware analysis. Major investors include Sequoia Capital, Norwest Venture Partners, JAFCO Ventures, SVB Capital, DAG Ventures, Juniper Networks, and In-Q-Tel. On December 30, 2013, FireEye acquired Mandiant in a stock and cash deal worth in excess of $1 billion. On May 8, 2014, FireEye acquired company nPulse Technologies for approximately $60 million. nPulse will build on FireEye’s ability to detect intrusions in a companies network by making it easier to track the intrusion and better understand its effect on the network.