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Capsule8

acquired by Sophos

7 known investors

Capsule8 developed runtime security and attack detection software for Linux production environments, protecting cloud workloads, containers, and servers. It was acquired by Sophos in 2021.

Cloud ComputingCybersecurityEnterprise Software

Founders & leadership

JVJohn Viega
John ViegainFounder · CEO2016–2022Executive Officer, Director at Crash Override

Investors · 7

Bessemer Venture PartnersRedwood City · $5M – $100M
ClearSkyWest Palm Beach
Intel CapitalSanta Clara · $1M – $20M
Rain CapitalBellevue
Syn Ventures Seed Management LlcWest Palm Beach
Aramco Venturesreported
Index VenturesreportedSan Francisco · $540K – $10.8M

In the news

Linux attack protection startup Capsule8 raises $6.5M from Intel Capital - SiliconANGLEsiliconangle.com · Aug 2019Capsule8 Adds Significant Funding from Intel Capitaldarkreading.com · Aug 2019Capsule8 Rides 1.0 Platform Launch to $15M Series B Funding - SDxCentralsdxcentral.com · Aug 2018Capsule8 Secures $15M in Series B Funding Round - FinSMEsfinsmes.com · Aug 2018Capsule8 Secures $2.5m in Seed Funding - FinSMEsfinsmes.com · Feb 2017

Frequently asked questions

What does Capsule8 do?
Capsule8 developed runtime security and attack detection software for Linux production environments, protecting cloud workloads, containers, and servers. It was acquired by Sophos in 2021.
Who founded Capsule8?
Capsule8 was founded by John Viega.
Who are Capsule8's investors?
Capsule8's investors include Bessemer Venture Partners, ClearSky, Intel Capital, Rain Capital, Syn Ventures Seed Management Llc, Aramco Ventures, Index Ventures.
Who acquired Capsule8?
Capsule8 was acquired by Sophos.