Cyber Threat Alliance — founded by Fortinet, Intel Security, Palo Alto Networks and Symantec in 2014 — has begun expanding its operations.
The alliance's first project focuses on developing an automated threat intelligence sharing platform, alongside a general mission of advancing IT infrastructure and security.
Here are five recent updates on the Cyber Threat Alliance.
- The alliance named Michael Daniel its first president. Mr. Daniel previously served as a cybersecurity coordinator for the White House.
- In addition to the initial four organizations, Check Point Software Technologies and Cisco have been added as new founding members.
- CTA has added new affiliate members, including IntSights, Rapid7 and RSA, who join existing affiliate members Eleven Paths and ReversingLabs.
- The alliance's inaugural board of directors includes senior leadership representation from Check Point, Cisco, Fortinet, Intel Security, Palo Alto Networks and Symantec.
- In January, CTA formally incorporated as a nonprofit.