In a move to bolster its leadership in AI-powered data security, Forcepoint has announced its acquisition of Getvisibility, a cutting-edge innovator in Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) and Data Detection and Response (DDR). The acquisition, announced today, cements Forcepoint’s mission to turn data security from a compliance hurdle into a strategic advantage for enterprises and governments alike.
AI-Powered Visibility and Continuous Control
Forcepoint’s Data Security Everywhere platform is already a force to be reckoned with, unifying visibility and control over sensitive data. With Getvisibility’s AI-driven DSPM and DDR technologies in the mix, the company is poised to deliver even greater real-time risk detection, automated response, and compliance enforcement capabilities.
“Data is the new currency of business, and every organization is racing to unlock its value while minimizing risk,” said Ryan Windham, CEO of Forcepoint. “By further integrating Getvisibility’s AI-driven DSPM and DDR into our portfolio, Forcepoint is equipping enterprises and governments with the visibility, automation, and adaptive controls needed to transform data security from a compliance obligation into a strategic advantage.”
This acquisition builds on an already successful partnership, ensuring a seamless integration of Getvisibility’s AI-mesh technology—a sophisticated network of specialized AI models designed to enhance accuracy and speed in data classification and risk detection.
Addressing Data Risk in an AI-Driven World
With AI-powered platforms like ChatGPT Enterprise, Microsoft Copilot, and Google Gemini becoming commonplace, organizations face an increasing risk of data exposure. Managing and protecting sensitive information in real time has never been more critical.
Frank Dickson, Group Vice President for Cybersecurity Products at IDC, emphasized the growing urgency: “With data surging throughout the cloud, and GenAI systems increasing the risk that sensitive information will get exposed, organizations are struggling to know where their data actually is, how it’s being used, what the sensitivity of the data is, and how to protect it.”
Getvisibility’s technology is built to solve this problem by providing continuous discovery, classification, and prioritization of data, empowering organizations to stay ahead of threats.
What This Means for Enterprises and Governments
With Getvisibility’s DDR capabilities now deeply embedded into Forcepoint’s Data Security Everywhere framework, organizations will gain:
Proactive Risk Visibility: Continuous discovery and classification of sensitive data across SaaS, cloud, and on-premises environments.
Real-Time Threat Mitigation: Automated enforcement of security policies across cloud access security brokers (CASB), web security, and enterprise data loss prevention (DLP) solutions.
Adaptive Security Controls: AI-powered policy enforcement that dynamically protects sensitive data across AI platforms and enterprise applications.
“From day one, our mission has been to help organizations understand their data risks—because you can’t secure what you don’t see,” said Ronan Murphy, Co-founder of Getvisibility. “By joining forces with data security’s original architects, Forcepoint, we’re amplifying our AI-powered insights to help customers and partners pinpoint risk, protecting critical data assets with accuracy and speed that redefine industry standards.”
Raising the Stakes in Cybersecurity
Data breaches are no longer just about regulatory fines—they're becoming a major financial liability. With average data breach costs exceeding $5 million and class action lawsuits outpacing regulatory penalties by an estimated 50% in 2025, organizations must rethink their approach to data security.
Forcepoint’s expanded capabilities aim to address these challenges head-on, offering a fully integrated, AI-powered security posture that adapts dynamically to evolving threats.
“We couldn’t be more excited to formally unite with Forcepoint and bring our teams into such a successful company to form a formidable force in data security,” said Mark Brosnan, Co-founder of Getvisibility. “By joining Forcepoint, we’re amplifying our AI-driven risk mitigation capabilities and accelerating innovation, ensuring customers have the most advanced solutions to protect their most critical data assets.”
As the deal progresses, Forcepoint has promised additional details on how Getvisibility’s technology will be embedded into its product roadmap. One thing is clear: in an era where data is both a valuable asset and a major risk, Forcepoint is setting the standard for security solutions that don’t just react to threats—they anticipate and prevent them.