Founded in 2003, Barracuda Networks, Inc. is a leading provider of enterprise-grade, cloud-first security solutions. The company's mission is to protect customers, data, and applications from today's advanced threats. Barracuda offers a comprehensive suite of products designed to simplify IT, delivered as cloud services, virtual appliances, and physical appliances. Initially known for its email and web security appliances, the company has expanded its portfolio to include security for cloud-connected networks and applications, serving over 200,000 customers worldwide. Barracuda was a publicly traded company before being acquired by private equity firm Thoma Bravo in 2018, and subsequently agreed to be acquired by KKR in 2022.