# WideField Security

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/widefield-security

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Santa Clara, US
- Website: www.widefield.ai
- Total disclosed funding: $14M
- Latest round: Series A (Jan 31, 2026)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

Based in California, US, founded in 2023, WideField Security Inc focuses on delivering innovative identity protection solutions. The company was co-founded by Abhay Kulkarni (CEO as of 2026) and Kartik Kumar. In July 2026, Cisco Systems, Inc. acquired WideField Security Inc from Engineering Capital, Crosspoint Capital Partners and Cisco Investments.

WideField Security specializes in identity protection solutions that secure identities across various environments, including SaaS, cloud, and on-premises systems. Their flagship product provides comprehensive identity threat protection by delivering real-time detection and monitoring of identities in action for both human and non-human users. The service addresses critical security concerns such as dormant accounts, policy drift, and stale credentials, which are common vulnerabilities that attackers exploit. By utilizing machine learning and AI, WideField enables organizations to analyze risks associated with overprivileged roles and detect misconfigurations promptly. Their client base includes companies across multiple sectors, including finance, technology, and business services, with a focus on markets such as North America and Europe.

WideField operates on a subscription-based revenue model, allowing clients to access their identity protection platform based on tiered service plans that cater to varying organizational needs. The transactions typically involve annual licenses that provide access to the full suite of identity monitoring and risk assessment tools. This structure enables clients to conduct a comprehensive identity risk assessment and implement proactive measures against potential threats quickly. Specific pricing plans are tailored to the complexity and scale of the client's identity security requirements, facilitating a direct B2B relationship with organizations looking to enhance their identity security posture. WideField's revenue is driven by its commitment to safeguarding identities in real-time, ensuring that clients can efficiently manage their identity threats.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Jan 31, 2026 — Cisco Investments
- Series A, Oct 28, 2025, $11M — Engineering Capital, Crosspoint Capital Partners
- Seed, Oct 4, 2023, $2.7M — Engineering Capital

## Investors

- Engineering Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/engineering-capital) — Seed, Series A
- Crosspoint Capital Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/crosspoint-capital-partners) — Series A
- Cisco Investments (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/cisco-investments) — Series A