DriveLock

DriveLock SE operates as a specialized cybersecurity firm with a focus on protecting corporate data, devices, and systems through a zero-trust security model. The company’s history began in 2001 when it was founded as CenterTools GmbH by Udo Riedel and Mike Prieskorn. Initially established as an IT infrastructure consulting firm, their expertise from these early projects laid the groundwork for their transition into a software vendor. This shift was catalyzed in 2003 by a customer project that led to the creation of the first iteration of DriveLock, a software solution designed to manage USB port security.

The business serves a global client base across various industries, including public authorities, industrial companies, healthcare, and critical infrastructures, protecting millions of devices worldwide. DriveLock generates revenue through a subscription-based licensing model for its software modules. These subscriptions, offered for various periods, include a main module and several essential components like the DriveLock Operations Center (DOC) for management and the DriveLock Agent deployed on client computers. The company offers its solutions both on-premise and as a cloud-based service, providing flexibility for different IT environments. Development and technical support are managed from Germany, emphasizing its "Made in Germany" quality standard, which guarantees no backdoors.

DriveLock's core offering is the HYPERSECURE Platform, a multi-layered, zero-trust platform that integrates several security functions. Key components include Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Endpoint Protection, data encryption, and application control. This platform manages everything from device and data access to vulnerability management and security awareness training. A significant milestone is the Common Criteria EAL3+ certification for its Device Control and Application Control solutions, an internationally recognized standard attesting to the software's security and reliability. The company's leadership has evolved, with Arved Graf von Stackelberg currently serving as CEO, bringing extensive experience from roles at Dracoon, HP, and Oracle, while founder Udo Riedel continues to shape the technical vision as CTO.

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