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Hack The Box Acquires LetsDefend

On September 16, 2025, Hack The Box acquired internet software and services company LetsDefend

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is Hack The Box’s 1st transaction in the Internet Software and Services sector.
  • This is Hack The Box’s 1st transaction in the United States.
  • This is Hack The Box’s 1st transaction in Delaware.

M&A Deal Summary
Date 2025-09-16
Target LetsDefend
Sector Internet Software and Services
Buyer(s) Hack The Box
Deal Type Add-on Acquisition

Target

LetsDefend

Delaware, United States
LetsDefend is an interactive blue team upskilling platform that provides a simulated SOC environment for users to gain practical experience in cybersecurity defense. Its platform allows aspiring and current security analysts to investigate realistic cyber incidents from phishing emails and malware infections to network intrusions in a guided, gamified manner. The company develops job-ready SOC analysts and incident responders. LetsDefend is based in Delaware.

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Buyer

Hack The Box

Folkestone, United Kingdom
Category Company
Founded 2017
Sector Information Technology
DESCRIPTION

Hack The Box is a cybersecurity readiness and upskilling platform that combines hands-on offensive and defensive labs, AI-enhanced intelligence, and the power of community to help individuals and teams master cybersecurity and accelerate operational readiness. Its platform unites a global community of over 3.7 million members and is trusted by enterprises, governments, and universities. the company offers an all-in-one solution for continuous learning, certifications, and even talent sourcing, making it a pillar for cyber workforce development. Hack The Box was formed in 2017 and is based in Folkestone, United Kingdom.

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Overall 1 of 1
Sector: Internet Software and Services M&A 1 of 1
Type: Add-on Acquisition M&A Deals 1 of 1
State: Delaware M&A 1 of 1
Country: United States M&A 1 of 1
Year: 2025 M&A 1 of 1
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