Security News

Broadcom to Buy Symantec Enterprise Unit for $10.7 Billion
2019-08-08 23:18

Broadcom announced plans Thursday to buy the enterprise unit of cybersecurity firm Symantec Corp. for $10.7 billion in a move to further diversify the US semiconductor maker. read more

Symantec’s new cloud access security solution enforces consistent security and data protection policies
2019-07-18 02:30

Symantec, the world’s leading cyber security company, announced its new cloud access security solution to help secure cloud and internet access and use in an enterprise environment. These...

Symantec Shares Plunge After Reports of Broadcom Deal Stall
2019-07-16 05:15

Shares of cybersecurity giant Symantec plunged on Monday following reports that the company’s acquisition talks with Broadcom have stalled due to a disagreement over price. Several major news...

Symantec share price takes a nose dive after rumored Broadcom biz gobble called off
2019-07-15 18:55

Looks like the ailing security shop priced itself out of a deal Symantec's share price has plunged on reports that its planned merger with Broadcom has fallen through.…

Broadcom Reportedly Suspends Bid for Symantec
2019-07-15 18:18

Acquisition Falls Through After Sale Price Negotiations Fail, According to News ReportsBroadcom has reportedly suspended its effort to acquire Symantec after the two companies failed to agree on a...

Broadcom in Talks to Acquire Symantec in $15 Billion Deal: Reports
2019-07-03 14:50

Chipmaker Broadcom is in advanced talks to acquire cybersecurity giant Symantec in a deal that could exceed $15 billion, according to several news outlets. read more

Report: Broadcom in Discussions to Buy Symantec
2019-07-03 13:03

Analysts Say 'Rudderless' Endpoint Security Firm Is Ripe for AcquisitionSemiconductor manufacturing giant Broadcom is looking to purchase endpoint security firm Symantec, Bloomberg reports, noting...

Can't get infected via email if your messages aren't delivered: Seven-hour slowdown hits Symantec cloud filters
2019-06-10 20:40

Wondering why your inbox was so clear? Bad news… Symantec is working to restore its Email Security.cloud service following a major slowdown that has lasted throughout the US morning and into the...

Ixia and Symantec collaborate to better secure hybrid networks
2019-05-15 00:30

Keysight Technologies, a leading technology company that helps enterprises, service providers and governments accelerate innovation to connect and secure the world, announced that Ixia, a Keysight...

Symantec boss Greg Clark exits biz amid dismal financials
2019-05-10 14:30

Troubled security house keeps up trend of sudden resignations Greg Clark, CEO and president of Symantec, has "stepped down" suddenly and with no permanent replacement lined up, just as his...