Root.io
Track on RadarAcquired by Aikido Security · 2026 · news
Automated container security platform with CVE-first vulnerability mgmt.
- Total raised
- $37.6M
- Employees
- 45
- Founded
- 2020
- Momentum
- 27
Stalling
Data updated August 2026
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Root.io is a cybersecurity company specializing in Application Security, founded in 2020 and headquartered in Dedham, United States. It has raised $37.6M in total funding, employs about 45 people, and was acquired by Aikido Security in 2026.
Root provides container security solutions that integrate directly into existing development workflows. The platform focuses on securing containerized software by automating vulnerability management and compliance processes without requiring teams to change their current tools or processes. Root's approach centers on a CVE-first architecture that enables teams to pull vulnerability-free code and fix security issues in seconds. The company targets development teams working with containers who need to maintain security and compliance while preserving development velocity. Root integrates into the software lifecycle to provide security insights and remediation capabilities for container images and libraries. The platform emphasizes automation to reduce the operational burden of security and compliance tasks. Root supports open standards and actively contributes to organizations including CNCF, OWASP, and OASIS. The company's architecture is designed to eliminate the traditional tradeoff between development speed and security by embedding security controls directly into existing workflows rather than requiring separate security processes or dedicated compliance resources.
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When was Root.io founded?▾
Root.io was founded in 2020.
Where is Root.io headquartered?▾
Root.io is headquartered in Dedham, United States.
How much funding has Root.io raised?▾
Root.io has raised a total of $37.6M in total funding.
Is Root.io public or private?▾
Root.io is a privately-held company.
How many employees does Root.io have?▾
Root.io has approximately 45 employees.
What does Root.io do?▾
Root provides container security solutions that integrate directly into existing development workflows. The platform focuses on securing containerized software by automating vulnerability management and compliance processes without requiring teams to change their current tools or processes. Root's a…