VIAVI Launches Observer Threat Forensics for NetSecOps with Advanced Retrospective Analysis

VIAVI (NASDAQ: VIAV) announced Observer Threat Forensics, a NetSecOps solution with advanced retrospective analysis to unify packet, flow and log telemetry for cross‑team investigations.

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VIAVI (NASDAQ: VIAV) announced Observer Threat Forensics, a NetSecOps solution with advanced retrospective analysis to unify packet, flow and log telemetry for cross‑team investigations. The product integrates CrowdStrike® threat intelligence and will be demonstrated at RSA Conference, March 23–26, with a presentation on March 24.

The platform aims to reduce noise, close data gaps, and provide unified site, application, network and UC visibility to support post‑detection breach analysis and root‑cause work.

Positive

• 79% of 750 CIOs/CISOs favor NetSecOps convergence
• Integration with CrowdStrike adversary intelligence
• Retrospective forensic capability across packets, flows, logs

Negative

• Only 27% of surveyed organisations have begun convergence

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News Market Reaction – VIAV

In the Mar 18 session, VIAV gained 5.19%, reflecting a notable positive market reaction.

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Market Context

The stock moved +5.2% in the session following this news. A strong positive reaction aligns with VIA...

Analysis

The stock moved +5.2% in the session following this news. A strong positive reaction aligns with VIAVI’s pattern of occasionally large moves on technology news, such as the 18.98% gain on the 6G AI demo. However, several recent product announcements saw declines of up to -6.53%, showing that enthusiasm has been selective. With shares at $30.84, above the $16.05 200-day MA, and an unused S-3ASR shelf effective through 2028, investors have previously faced both upside bursts and potential overhang considerations.

Key Figures

RSA Conference dates: March 23–26 Survey respondents: 750 CIOs and CISOs Desire convergence: 79 percent +2 more

RSA Conference dates

March 23–26

RSA Conference schedule where Observer Threat Forensics will be showcased

Survey respondents

750 CIOs and CISOs

State of the Network study sample size

Desire convergence

79 percent

Share of surveyed CIOs/CISOs wanting NetSecOps convergence

Already converged

27 percent

Organizations that have started moving to converged operations

RSAC presentation time

1:30 PM PT March 24

NetSecOps visibility presentation at RSAC Insights Theater

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Mar 17

5 events

1. Mar 17

   Connectivity showcase

   24h Move

   -2.4%

   Infraeo high-speed interconnect demos validated on VIAVI test platforms at OFC 2026.

2. Mar 12

   AI test appliance

   24h Move

   -1.1%

   Launch of TestCenter D2 1.6T appliance for AI and hyperscale Ethernet rollouts.

3. Mar 10

   AI fiber sensing

   24h Move

   +1.6%

   Launch of FTH-DAS distributed acoustic sensing interrogator with embedded AI/ML at edge.

4. Mar 03

   OFC AI showcase

   24h Move

   -6.5%

   Announcement of AI fabric and optical test advances and three new products for OFC 2026.

5. Mar 02

   6G AI demo

   24h Move

   +19.0%

   DOCOMO collaboration demonstrating AI-driven RAN control with throughput improvement claims.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Key Terms

netsecops, packet, telemetry

3 terms

netsecops technical

"The industry is shifting away from siloed network and security operations teams to a converged NetSecOps structure..."

NetSecOps is the coordinated set of activities, tools and teams that continuously monitor and protect a company’s computer networks from hacks, intrusions and data theft. For investors, strong NetSecOps reduces the risk of costly breaches, downtime and reputational damage—much like a well-staffed security team and alarm system protects a physical store—so its quality can influence a company’s valuation, regulatory exposure and future costs.

packet technical

"It brings together packet insights, flow data and log telemetry into a unified NetSecOps workflow..."

A packet is a bundled set of documents or data assembled to explain an event, offering, or decision—think of it as a folder handed to investors that contains facts, figures, disclosures, and supporting materials. It matters because a clear packet helps investors quickly assess risks and opportunities, verify regulatory compliance, and compare choices the way a product spec sheet helps you judge different models before buying.

telemetry technical

"It brings together packet insights, flow data and log telemetry into a unified NetSecOps workflow..."

Telemetry is the automatic collection and transmission of measurements from remote devices, systems, or patients to a central system for monitoring and analysis—like a car sending engine, speed and location data back to a dashboard. For investors it matters because telemetry provides real-time evidence of product performance, safety and user behavior, helping assess revenue potential, operational risk, regulatory compliance and whether a product is meeting market demand.

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Creates unified view of the organization, eliminates noise or data gaps, and allows retrospective analysis across network, application and user domains

CHANDLER, Ariz., March 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- VIAVI Solutions Inc. (VIAVI) (NASDAQ: VIAV) has announced its Observer Threat Forensics solution with an advanced retrospective analysis capability. Observer Threat Forensics will be showcased at VIAVI's booth N5484 at the RSA Conference from March 23-26 in San Francisco, CA.

The industry is shifting away from siloed network and security operations teams to a converged NetSecOps structure to close critical gaps in incident responses and strengthen resilience. Designed to increase visibility across operational teams, Observer Threat Forensics helps organizations identify potential vulnerabilities including post-detection analyses of a breach, the intrusion point and the exposed data.

Observer Threat Forensics is built on VIAVI's heritage in network operation management, combined with secure network infrastructure and threat intelligence powered by CrowdStrike^®. It brings together packet insights, flow data and log telemetry into a unified NetSecOps workflow, as well as retrospective forensic capability. Additionally, the platform unites site, application, network and UC views into a simple, easy-to-read user dashboard that gives a complete view of the organization's end-user experience, as well as performance issues and their root causes.

In the State of the Network study from VIAVI, 79 percent of the 750 responding CIOs and CISOs wanted convergence, believing the existing siloed model was ill-suited to modern networks and lacked key visibility, which could introduce risk. However, just 27 percent of the organizations surveyed have started to make the move.

"That two-thirds of those wanting to switch still have not done so highlights the challenges organizations face when transitioning to a converged operational framework," said Chris Labac, Vice President and General Manager, Network Performance and Threat Solutions, VIAVI. "VIAVI's Observer Threat Forensics leverages common datasets already collected for our network performance monitoring platform. Because the network traffic, enriched flow data, and metadata are already there, NetOps and SecOps can use the same data to gain performance insights and investigate security threats. We've built in an advanced array of NetSecOps functions that together give better awareness of the situation across the entire enterprise, eliminate noise and close the data gaps."

"Security and network teams can no longer operate in silos – because adversaries don't," said Daniel Bernard, Chief Business Officer, CrowdStrike. "By integrating CrowdStrike's real-time adversary intelligence into VIAVI's deep network visibility, organizations gain the context they need to quickly investigate incidents, understand impact and stop breaches across domains. Together, we're helping customers unify NetSecOps workflows with the adversary intelligence required to outpace modern threats."

VIAVI will be demonstrating Observer Threat Forensics at the RSA Conference as part of its solution portfolio across the NetSecOps lifecycle, from pre-deployment security and performance validation to live threat forensics. Chris Labac and Yury German, Senior Product Manager, will present NetSecOps: Network Visibility for Stronger Security and Performance at the RSAC Insights Theater at 1:30 PM PT on March 24. VIAVI will also showcase CyberFlood security and network application performance testing at its booth.

About VIAVI
VIAVI (NASDAQ: VIAV) is a global leader in test and measurement and optical technologies. Our test, monitoring, assurance, and resilient position, navigation and timing solutions enable and secure critical infrastructure ranging from data center ecosystems and communication networks to military, aerospace, railway and first responder communications. In addition, we develop and advance technologies used in high-volume optical applications across anti-counterfeiting, consumer electronics, aerospace, industrial and automotive end markets.

Learn more about VIAVI at www.viavisolutions.com. Follow us on VIAVI Perspectives, LinkedIn and YouTube.

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What is VIAVI's Observer Threat Forensics (VIAV) announced March 18, 2026?

Observer Threat Forensics is a NetSecOps platform combining packet, flow and log telemetry for retrospective forensic analysis. According to VIAVI, it unifies site, application, network and UC views and integrates CrowdStrike intelligence to speed investigations.

How does Observer Threat Forensics (VIAV) use CrowdStrike integration?

It integrates CrowdStrike real‑time adversary intelligence into network visibility to enrich investigations. According to VIAVI, this gives SecOps and NetOps contextual threat data to understand impact and stop breaches faster.

When and where will VIAVI (VIAV) demonstrate Observer Threat Forensics?

VIAVI will showcase the solution at RSA Conference in San Francisco, March 23–26, 2026. According to VIAVI, company presenters will speak at RSAC Insights Theater on March 24 at 1:30 PM PT.

What market demand did VIAVI cite for NetSecOps convergence (VIAV)?

VIAVI cited a study where 79% of 750 CIOs and CISOs want convergence of NetOps and SecOps. According to VIAVI, the data shows strong demand but limited adoption so far.

What investigative capabilities does Observer Threat Forensics (VIAV) provide?

The platform offers retrospective analysis to identify intrusion points, exposed data and root causes across domains. According to VIAVI, unified datasets let teams perform post‑detection analyses without data gaps.

What gap does Observer Threat Forensics (VIAV) aim to close for enterprises?

It aims to eliminate operational noise and visibility gaps between network and security teams to improve incident response. According to VIAVI, shared datasets enable NetSecOps workflows and faster, more complete investigations.