RiskIQ

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RiskIQ is a cybersecurity company that specializes in providing threat intelligence and attack surface management solutions. The company was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. RiskIQ's platform helps organizations detect and mitigate threats across their digital attack surface, including websites, mobile applications, and social media.

History

RiskIQ was founded by Elias Manousos, Chris Kiernan, and David Pon. The company has grown significantly since its inception, securing multiple rounds of funding and expanding its product offerings. In 2021, RiskIQ was acquired by Microsoft to enhance its cybersecurity capabilities.

Products and Services

RiskIQ offers a range of products and services designed to help organizations manage their digital risk. These include:

• RiskIQ Digital Footprint: This service provides visibility into an organization's digital assets, helping to identify and manage risks associated with them.
• RiskIQ PassiveTotal: A threat intelligence platform that aggregates data from various sources to provide insights into potential threats.
• RiskIQ Illuminate: A comprehensive platform that combines digital footprint and threat intelligence capabilities to provide a holistic view of an organization's attack surface.
• RiskIQ External Threats: This service monitors the internet for threats targeting an organization's brand, customers, and employees.

Technology

RiskIQ's technology leverages a combination of web crawling, data analysis, and machine learning to identify and assess threats. The platform collects data from a variety of sources, including DNS records, SSL certificates, and web content, to build a comprehensive view of an organization's digital presence.

Use Cases

RiskIQ's solutions are used by organizations across various industries, including finance, healthcare, and retail. Common use cases include:

• Brand Protection: Monitoring for unauthorized use of an organization's brand and taking action to mitigate potential damage.
• Threat Hunting: Identifying and investigating potential threats to an organization's digital assets.
• Incident Response: Providing data and insights to support the investigation and remediation of security incidents.

Acquisition by Microsoft

In July 2021, Microsoft announced its acquisition of RiskIQ. This acquisition aimed to enhance Microsoft's cybersecurity offerings by integrating RiskIQ's threat intelligence and attack surface management capabilities into its existing security products.

See Also

• Cybersecurity
• Threat Intelligence
• Attack Surface Management
• Microsoft
• Digital Footprint