CrowdStrike has announced its intent to acquire Seraphic, a company specializing in browser runtime security, signaling a strategic expansion of its Falcon platform into the browser environment. As remote work and cloud-based collaboration continue to dominate enterprise operations, organizations increasingly rely on browsers as primary access points for SaaS applications, data sharing, and AI tools. CrowdStrike aims to address the security blind spots that often exist in these critical workspaces, providing protection directly where employees interact with digital tools.
The acquisition is designed to integrate Seraphic’s technology with Falcon, offering real-time visibility and in-session protection across any browser and device. Unlike solutions that isolate users or restrict functionality, the combined platform seeks to secure sessions, SaaS access, extensions, and AI interactions at the point of execution without requiring a new browser. This approach emphasizes seamless security that operates within existing workflows, helping enterprises maintain both efficiency and robust protection.
CrowdStrike’s strategy leverages Falcon’s extensive data signals along with SGNL’s continuous authorization capabilities, creating a more proactive zero-trust framework within the browser environment. By embedding security directly into the browser, the company aims to transform a traditionally overlooked endpoint into a key enforcement point. This is particularly significant as organizations handle sensitive data across cloud applications and increasingly sophisticated AI-driven workflows, where traditional endpoint security may not offer comprehensive coverage.
The move also brings Seraphic’s leadership team, including Ilan Yeshua, Avihay Cohen, and Suresh Batchu, into CrowdStrike. Their expertise in browser runtime protection is expected to enhance Falcon’s capabilities and further CrowdStrike’s mission to provide security that aligns with modern enterprise needs. As browser-based operations grow central to daily work, this acquisition positions CrowdStrike to address evolving security challenges while maintaining operational fluidity for organizations worldwide.
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