Market Chatter: Thoma Bravo-Backed Proofpoint in Talks to Acquire Varonis Systems

03:53 PM EDT, 09/02/2026 (MT Newswires) -- Varonis Systems (VRNS) has drawn the attention of Thoma Bravo-backed Proofpoint as a potential acquisition target, Bloomberg reported Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter. Proofpoint is in talks to acquire the cybersecurity company, and a deal could be announced in the coming weeks, although no final decision has been made so far. Varonis Systems and Proofpoint did not immediately respond to MT Newswires' request for comment. Shares of Varonis Systems rose nearly 10% in late afternoon trading. (Market Chatter news is derived from conversations with market professionals globally. This information is believed to be from reliable sources but may include rumor and speculation. Accuracy is not guaranteed.) Price: 46.70, Change: +4.35, Percent Change: +10.27