Mergers & Acquisitions
Assess the cyber security posture of acquisition targets. Identify hidden liabilities, undisclosed breaches, and potential integration challenges that could impact deal value.
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Service Overview
Understanding Cyber Risk in Business Transactions
Cyber security due diligence is no longer optional in business transactions. A single undisclosed breach or critical vulnerability can significantly impact valuations, deal terms, or post-transaction integration costs.
Our expert team conducts thorough assessments of target organisations, examining their security controls, compliance posture, incident history, and potential liabilities. We translate complex technical findings into business-relevant insights that inform your decision-making.
Whether you're acquiring a company, making an investment, forming a strategic partnership, or onboarding a critical vendor, we help you understand the true security landscape before you commit.
Protect Your Investment
Identify cyber risks that could impact deal value or future operations.
Risk Intelligence
Use Cases
When You Need Cyber Due Diligence
Private Equity & VC Due Diligence
Evaluate the security maturity of potential investment targets. Understand cyber risks that could affect returns and inform your investment thesis with security intelligence.
Strategic Partnerships
Before entering into strategic partnerships, understand your partner's security posture. Ensure their practices align with your standards and regulatory requirements.
Vendor Assessment
Evaluate critical vendors and suppliers before onboarding. Ensure third parties with access to your systems or data meet your security requirements.
Assessment Scope
What We Assess
01
Security Governance
Review of security policies, procedures, organisational structure, and leadership commitment to security. Assessing potential GDPR fines and regulatory non-compliance liabilities.
02
Technical Controls
Evaluation of network security, endpoint protection, and Microsoft 365 configuration. Identifying Technical Debt that could increase post-acquisition integration costs.
03
Compliance & Regulatory
Review of compliance with relevant regulations (GDPR, PCI DSS, etc.), industry standards, and contractual obligations. Identification of compliance gaps and potential penalties.
04
Incident History
Investigation of past security incidents, breaches, and near-misses. Dark Web monitoring to identify historical undisclosed credential leaks and compromised data.
05
Third-Party Risk
Assessment of vendor and supply chain security. Review of third-party access, data sharing arrangements, and contractual security requirements.
06
Data Protection
Review of data classification, handling procedures, privacy practices, and data protection measures. Assessment of data inventory and sensitive data exposure.
Protecting Your Investment Valuation
In 2026, cybersecurity is a material financial risk. Our assessments help you avoid "Buyer's Remorse" by identifying:
- Valuation Adjustments: Justify price reductions based on technical risk.
- Integration Costs: Predict the spend required to bring the target up to your standards.
- Liability Protection: Ensure warranties and indemnities cover identified gaps.
Deliverables
What You Receive
Executive Summary
High-level findings for leadership
Included
Risk Assessment
Detailed risk analysis and scoring
Included
Technical Report
In-depth technical findings
Included
Recommendations
Prioritised remediation roadmap
Included
Financial Impact Analysis
Quantified risk assessment including potential financial exposure from identified vulnerabilities, compliance gaps, and remediation cost estimates to inform deal negotiations.
Expert Debrief Session
A dedicated session with our security experts to walk through findings, answer questions, and provide context for your decision-making process.
FAQ
M&A Cyber Due Diligence FAQs
What is cybersecurity due diligence in M&A?
It is the process of auditing a target company's digital security, data protection practices, and technical infrastructure to identify risks that could affect the deal's value or legality.
How long does a cyber due diligence audit take?
Most deal-cycle audits are completed within 5 to 10 business days, providing a rapid turnaround to match the pace of your transaction.
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Ready to Uncover Hidden Cyber Risks?
Contact us to discuss your due diligence requirements and how we can support your next transaction.