Passing of Cybersecurity Leader Amit Yoran

Amit Yoran, a prominent figure in cybersecurity and CEO of Tenable Holdings, passed away on January 3, 2025, at the age of 54, following a battle with cancer.

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Yoran's career was marked by significant contributions to cybersecurity. He co-founded Riptech in 1998, one of the first managed security service providers, which was later acquired by Symantec. He also founded NetWitness, a network forensics company acquired by RSA Security, where he served as president. Additionally, Yoran was the founding director of the U.S. Computer Emergency Readiness Team (US-CERT) at the Department of Homeland Security.

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In 2017, Yoran became CEO of Tenable, leading the company through significant growth, including its initial public offering in 2018. Under his leadership, Tenable became a global leader in exposure management, helping organizations understand and reduce cybersecurity risks.

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In March 2024, Yoran publicly disclosed his cancer diagnosis, describing it as a "very treatable form of cancer." He continued to work with a modified schedule but took a medical leave of absence on December 5, 2024, to focus on treatment. During his leave, Tenable's CFO, Steve Vintz, and COO, Mark Thurmond, served as interim co-CEOs.

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Yoran's passing has been met with tributes highlighting his visionary leadership and dedication to cybersecurity. Tenable described him as a "visionary leader and a pioneer in the cybersecurity industry" whose "unwavering commitment to innovation and relentless pursuit of excellence transformed Tenable into a global leader in exposure management."

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He is survived by his wife and three children.

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