What is Corelight?
Founded in 2013 and headquartered in California, Corelight provides sophisticated network traffic analysis solutions designed to bolster cybersecurity postures for large-scale organizations. By leveraging deep packet inspection and advanced telemetry, the company enables security teams to gain visibility into complex network environments, effectively mitigating threats before they escalate. Corelight occupies a vital niche in the cybersecurity ecosystem, bridging the gap between raw network data and actionable intelligence, which is essential for maintaining data integrity in an increasingly cloud-centric world.
How much funding has Corelight raised?
Corelight has raised a total of $309.2M across 5 funding rounds:
Series A
$9.2M
Series B
$25M
Series C
$50M
Series D
$75M
Series E
$150M
Series A (2017): $9.2M with participation from Osage University Partners, Steve McCanne, and Accel
Series B (2018): $25M led by General Catalyst
Series C (2019): $50M supported by Accel and Insight Partners
Series D (2021): $75M featuring General Catalyst, Accel, Osage University Partners, Energy Impact Partners, and Insight Partners
Series E (2024): $150M backed by Accel and Cisco Investments
Key Investors in Corelight
Accel
A global venture capital firm that partners with exceptional teams from the inception of their ideas through all phases of private company growth.
General Catalyst
A venture capital firm focused on identifying and supporting transformational business opportunities across multiple sectors and stages.
Insight Partners
A private platform purpose-built for software portfolio company leaders to foster connections, strengthen leadership, and provide support as they scale.
What's next for Corelight?
With the infusion of $150M, Corelight is well-positioned to accelerate its product roadmap and expand its market footprint. The company's focus will likely shift toward enhancing its cloud-native security offerings and deepening its integration with existing enterprise software stacks. As the threat landscape evolves, Corelight's ability to provide comprehensive visibility will remain a key differentiator, allowing the firm to solidify its market position and drive sustained growth through strategic partnerships and continued technological innovation.
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