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04 October 2010 ,
Written by Dhruv Tanwar
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CSC has acquired the business of Vulnerability Research Labs (VRL), a privately-held cyber threat intelligence firm, in a move aimed at enhancing its cyber security support to public and commercial enterprises around the world by strengthening its ability to develop unique tools and techniques. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
The software and outsourcing giant said the acquired business will operate as a wholly-owned subsidiary within CSC’s global cybersecurity business. VRL president Jim Miller will continue to serve in this capacity for the business and direct its ongoing operations, CSC said in a statement.
CSC’s cyber security offerings include vulnerability analysis and penetration testing, data loss prevention services, a full range of managed security services, a global cyber strike-force to respond to cybersecurity incidents, cyber forensics training and analysis, Common Criteria Test Laboratories in the US, Europe, and the Far East, and a worldwide infrastructure of Security Operations Centers. The company has around 2,000 cyber professionals. |