Accenture Acquires Dragos, runZero, and NetRise to Strengthen Critical Infrastructure Defense

What happened

Accenture announced acquisitions of Dragos, runZero, and NetRise. Dragos provides OT threat detection, runZero offers exposure assessment, and NetRise contributes a software supply chain dataset. These will be integrated into a single platform to help operators monitor, understand, and defend OT networks. Accenture also plans to retain key executives from the acquired companies.

Why it matters

The acquisitions address a critical gap in xOT security, as most cybersecurity budgets still favor IT, leaving critical infrastructure exposed to AI-driven threats. The combined platform marks a shift toward proactive defense and signals potential consolidation in the cybersecurity market. This highlights the urgent need to reallocate resources toward protecting critical infrastructure.