Guardium

Data Security Software

Cyber Security
Acquired by IBM
Acquired Israel Founded 2002
Last updated 2026-06-18
Total raised
$20.8M
Last: 2006-05
Stage
Acquired
Founded
2002
Headcount
0
HQ
Israel
Sector
Cyber Security

About

IBM Guardium is a family of data security software in the IBM portfolio that uncovers vulnerabilities and protects sensitive on-premises and cloud data.

Funding history · 5 rounds · $20.8M total

2006-05
2005-08
2004-06
$5.0M
2003-01
2002-12
Undisclosed
StageOne Ventures

Q&A

What is Guardium's primary business?
Guardium develops data security software, specifically a family of products under IBM Guardium, designed to uncover vulnerabilities and protect sensitive on-premises and cloud data.
When was Guardium founded?
Guardium was founded in January 2002.
What is Guardium's current status?
Guardium is currently active, though its status reason indicates it was acquired by IBM in December 2009.
Where is Guardium headquartered?
Guardium's headquarters are in Israel, with an additional office in Massachusetts, USA.
How much funding has Guardium raised in total?
Guardium has raised a total of $20.8 million USD.
Which investors participated in Guardium's January 2003 funding round?
In January 2003, Guardium raised $4 million USD in a round that included Cedar Fund.
Which investors participated in Guardium's August 2005 funding round?
In August 2005, Guardium raised $5.5 million USD in a round that included Ascent Venture Partners.
What is Guardium's primary sector?
Guardium's primary sector is Cyber Security.

Sectors & technology

Primary sector
Cyber Security
Sub-sectors
Cyber SecurityData Security
Business model
B2B

Highlights

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Identifiers & details

Founded2002-1
OfficesUnited States
Status reasonAcquired (Inactive) by IBM on Dec 2009 - closed due to acquisition

Acquisitions & public offerings

Acquired by IBM 2009-12

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Patents

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