Rapid7
Boston, Massachusetts, United States · Cloud Security, Cyber Security, Information Technology
Rapid7, Inc. (Nasdaq: RPD) is on a mission to create a safer digital world by making cybersecurity simpler and more accessible. We empower security professionals to manage a modern attack surface through our best-in-class technology, leading-edge research, and broad, strategic expertise. Rapid7’s comprehensive security solutions help more than 10,000 global customers unite cloud risk management an
Key facts
- Headquarters
- Boston, Massachusetts, United States
- Employees
- 2,500
- Industries
- Cloud Security, Cyber Security, Information Technology
- Status
- Public (RPD)
- Website
- rapid7.com
- Company page
Recent activity at Rapid7
- : Rapid7 launches Rapid7 Intelligence, a new cybersecurity platform designed to enhance threat detection.
- : SEC 8-K (5.02): On August 27, 2026, directors Michael Burns, Benjamin Holzman, Thomas Schodorf, and Reeny Sondhi resigned from the Board of Directors of Rapid7, Inc., effective immediately. The resignations were not due to any disagreements regarding the company's operations or policies. Additionally, the Board approved a compensation arrangement for the departing directors that is an exception to the existing Non-Employee Director Compensation Policy, which was last updated on June 11, 2025. This change may impact the governance and management structure of the company moving forward.
- : Rapid7 forms strategic distribution partnership with Mindware to enhance cybersecurity in the Middle East.
- : SEC 8-K (5.02): On June 9, 2026, Rapid7, Inc. held its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders where stockholders voted on three key proposals. The proposals included the election of eleven director nominees to serve until the 2027 Annual Meeting, the ratification of KPMG LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026, and an advisory vote on the compensation of the named executive officers as detailed in the proxy statement. The successful completion of these votes indicates a continuation of corporate governance practices and potential implications for the company's strategic business direction.
- : Rapid7 Appoints Wael Mohamed as Chief Executive Officer
- : Rapid7 launches the Cyber Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Early Access Program in collaboration with 360 Advanced to improve security operations and compliance for organizations.
- : Rapid7 Appoints Simon Ractliffe as General Manager for APJ
- : Rapid7 launches PACT Partner Program in APJ region
- : Rapid7, Inc. Launches PACT Partner Program to Enhance Cybersecurity Solutions for Partners.
- : Rapid7 Acquires Minerva Labs To Extend Leading Managed Detection And Response Service With Ransomware Prevention Technology
Rapid7 funding history
| Date | Round | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2015 | Venture | $27.3M |
Leadership
- Wael Mohamed, Chief Executive Officer
- Simon Ractliffe, General Manager
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Employee benefit plans
Rapid7 files 3 employee benefit plans with the U.S. Department of Labor, including a retirement plan. The next plan year renews in Dec 2026.
Rapid7 in the news
- CVE-2026-21589: Critical unauthenticated arbitrary file access in Atlassian products - Rapid7 (Oct 07, 2026)
- SMTP is the key: BPFDoor and AVERAT hitting the network edge - Rapid7 (Oct 02, 2026)
- Critical Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Manager API authentication bypass exploited in the wild (CVE-2026-76504) - Rapid7 (Sep 30, 2026)
- Global Study Finds 97% of Security Pros Report AI Helps - Stock Titan (Aug 12, 2026)
- Microsoft SharePoint JWT Token Authentication Bypass Technical Analysis (CVE-2026-55040) - Rapid7 (Aug 11, 2026)
- Rapid7 links Lotus Blossom APT to Notepad++ compromise, delivering Chrysalis backdoor - Industrial Cyber (Feb 09, 2026)
- Rapid7 Announces Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results - The Manila Times (Aug 11, 2026)
- Rapid7 Analysis of CVE-2026-63077, an unauthenticated Remote Code Execution vulnerability in JetBrains TeamCity - Rapid7 (Aug 07, 2026)
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About Rapid7: questions and answers
What does Rapid7 do?
Rapid7, Inc. (Nasdaq: RPD) is on a mission to create a safer digital world by making cybersecurity simpler and more accessible. We empower security professionals to manage a modern attack surface through our best-in-class technology, leading-edge research, and broad, strategic expertise. Rapid7’s comprehensive security solutions help more than 10,000 global customers unite cloud risk management an
Where is Rapid7 headquartered?
Rapid7 is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, United States.
How many employees does Rapid7 have?
Rapid7 has about 2,500 employees.
Has Rapid7 raised funding?
Yes. Fundz has recorded 1 funding event for Rapid7. The most recent, $27.3M, was in Oct 2015.
Who leads Rapid7?
Wael Mohamed is a Chief Executive Officer at Rapid7.
What is the latest news on Rapid7?
On Oct 05, 2026, Rapid7 launches Rapid7 Intelligence, a new cybersecurity platform designed to enhance threat detection.
Is Rapid7 a public company?
Yes. Rapid7 is publicly traded under the ticker RPD.
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