Firefly Fiber Broadband, the rapidly growing fiber internet provider, is taking its network defenses up a notch. The company, a subsidiary of Central Virginia Electric Cooperative, has teamed up with Corero Network Security (AIM: CNS, OTCQX: DDOSF) to protect its expanding broadband infrastructure from disruptive DDoS attacks.
Firefly’s story is one of swift, steady growth. The provider, recognized nationally for communications excellence and customer satisfaction, has steadily expanded its fiber network to more residential, small business, enterprise, and institutional customers in Virginia and beyond. As those ambitions accelerate, so do the challenges, with cyber threats such as distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks now representing a serious concern. These attacks can knock out internet access for users, especially in rural and underserved regions, the very areas Firefly is determined to connect reliably.
In a move to anticipate these risks, Firefly has adopted SmartWall ONE, Corero’s flagship solution. Rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach, Corero worked directly with Firefly’s team to tailor DDoS defense that meshes with the company’s operational model and future plans. This partnership is not just about putting up digital walls, but about future-proofing a business. According to Corero’s CEO, Carl Herberger, “We help providers like Firefly stay always-on as they grow. This deployment proves our ability to deliver adaptable protection that scales with their mission and keeps their customers connected without interruption.”
A big driver for Firefly’s decision is the need to maintain continuity of service for tens of thousands of households and businesses, many in regions that rely on stable, high-speed internet for everything from remote work to telehealth. By focusing on high availability and reliability, Firefly aims to live up to its reputation for customer service, all while expanding aggressively into new communities.
Corero has steadily built a reputation in the cybersecurity sector for its automatic DDoS detection and protection technologies, tools that offer deep network visibility, analytics, and real-time response capabilities. The company operates out of London, with operational centers in both Marlborough, Massachusetts and Edinburgh, UK, and is known for serving clients ranging from broadband providers to major enterprises.
This latest multi-year agreement also brings a predictable stream of recurring revenue to Corero. For companies in the security sector, such long-term deals offer stability, allowing for investment in R&D and continuous improvement. Moreover, engagements like this reinforce Corero’s role for a growing segment of U.S. and global broadband providers that see cybersecurity not as a bolt-on, but as a core part of delivering internet access.
In the big picture, partnerships like the one between Firefly and Corero are likely to become the norm rather than the exception as more broadband providers navigate expansion and an increasingly dicey cyber climate. End users might never know the specifics of the technology humming in the background, but for ISPs and the communities they connect, the result is internet service that is reliable, resilient, and ready for tomorrow’s challenges.
