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Shape Security

Shape Security

Operating Status: Acquired Subsidiary

Shape Security was an application fraud and bot defense company acquired by F5 Networks.

Operating headquarters
Santa Clara, CA, US🇺🇸
Founded
2011
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Shape Security, based in Santa Clara, California, developed defenses against automated attacks, botnets, and targeted fraud aimed at online applications. The company described itself as the inventor of the first botwall and reported mitigating one billion application attacks per day through artificial intelligence and cloud-based analytics.

F5 Networks agreed to acquire Shape Security in December 2019 and completed the acquisition on January 24, 2020, bringing Shape's fraud and abuse prevention into F5's application services portfolio. Chief executive Derek Smith and the leadership team joined F5 at closing.

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Shape Security - Quick Facts

Who are Shape Security's competitors?

Companies similar to Shape Security include Imperva, Mandiant, F5 and SecurityPal.

When was Shape Security founded?

Shape Security was founded in 2011.

Where is Shape Security's headquarters located?

Shape Security's headquarters is located in Santa Clara, CA, US.

Shape Security - Classification

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  • Cybersecurity