Imperva

Imperva is a cybersecurity company founded in 2002 and headquartered in San Mateo, California. Originally named WebCohort, it rebranded to Imperva in 2004. The company became a subsidiary of Thales Group following a $3.6 billion acquisition in December 2023. Imperva specializes in data and application security solutions, offering a comprehensive approach to protect organizations from cyber threats during digital transformation. The company provides a wide range of products and services, including a Web Application Firewall (WAF), Advanced Bot Protection, DDoS Protection, and API Security. Its data security offerings include database security, data masking, and Runtime Application Self-Protection (RASP). Imperva also focuses on network security, security automation, and professional services to support customers in implementing and maintaining their security solutions. Imperva serves various industries, such as financial services, healthcare, telecommunications, and government agencies. With a global presence in approximately 70 countries, it has notable customers like AARP, Sun Life, and Shutterfly. The company continues to innovate in cybersecurity, particularly in AI-driven security solutions.