FireEye

FireEye is a cybersecurity company founded in 2004 that specializes in advanced threat detection, intelligence, and incident response services. The company's core technology initially focused on sandboxing, a method of testing incoming network traffic in virtual machines for malicious software before allowing it into networks. Over time, FireEye expanded its offerings through acquisitions and product development to provide a comprehensive suite of cybersecurity solutions. These include network, email, and endpoint security, as well as a platform for managing security operations centers called Helix.

FireEye's products utilize artificial intelligence, machine learning, and behavioral analytics to detect and respond to sophisticated cyber threats in real-time. The company's threat intelligence capabilities, enhanced by its acquisition of Mandiant in 2013 and iSIGHT Partners in 2016, provide organizations with insights into threat actors' tactics and techniques. FireEye transitioned from primarily selling hardware appliances to a software-as-a-service model in 2017, offering cloud-based security solutions. In June 2021, FireEye announced the sale of its FireEye Products business and brand name, retaining the Mandiant name and relaunching its stock under the symbol MNDT on Nasdaq in October 2021.

Key customers and partnerships

FireEye has worked with numerous high-profile organizations and government agencies to investigate and mitigate major cyber incidents. In 2013, the company (through Mandiant) uncovered a multi-year espionage campaign by a Chinese hacking group called APT1. FireEye has also been involved in taking down major botnets, including Mega-D in 2009 and Rustock in 2011. The company has partnerships with various technology firms and has collaborated with government agencies to share threat intelligence and contribute to collective defense efforts against cyber threats.

In 2018, FireEye assisted Facebook in identifying 652 fake accounts as part of a disinformation campaign. The company's client base includes a significant portion of the Fortune 1000 companies, as well as government organizations. FireEye has played a crucial role in uncovering and analyzing high-profile cyber attacks.