Droplet NeverTrust certified on HPE to tackle costly UK breaches

Droplet has received certification for its NeverTrust container-based security solution on HPE ProLiant Compute, enabling organisations to tackle IT obsolescence and reduce the risk of cyber attacks linked to compromised identities.

Recent security incidents in the UK, including a GBP £300 million breach at Marks & Spencer and a separate SAP-based incident affecting JLR, have highlighted the risks of relying solely on identity-based security controls. Attackers continue to exploit stolen credentials to gain unauthorised access, despite extensive investment in identity-centric Zero Trust tools.

The NeverTrust solution from Droplet offers an alternative approach. By isolating applications within micro-isolation, kernel-level containers, the system aims to contain attacks even when credentials are compromised. This prevents the spread of threats throughout an organisation's IT environment.

The certification on HPE ProLiant Compute means that Droplet's technology is now validated on enterprise-grade hardware, and can be delivered as a pre-installed solution via the Droplet Server Appliance. This appliance, built on an HPE ProLiant DL20 Gen11 server, is now available through Arrow Electronics. The solution is designed to simplify deployment and support seamless migration to updated operating systems, such as Windows 11 or Windows Server 2025, without requiring any changes to existing applications.

Barry Daniels, Chief Executive Officer at Droplet, commented on the continued risks posed by identity-based security systems.

"Identity is broken. Time and again we see multi-million-pound breaches where attackers simply walk through the front door with stolen credentials. Traditional Zero Trust models are not enough. Droplet NeverTrust changes the game by removing identity as a risk indicator and securing workloads at the container level. Certification on HPE ProLiant Compute gives customers the confidence of enterprise-grade hardware with a built-in path to compliance and IT modernisation."

One of the key features of Droplet's container technology is its ability to run any x86 application within a modern 64-bit operating system. This can be achieved without re-platforming or modifying the application code, allowing businesses to preserve operational continuity and regulatory compliance whilst modernising their infrastructure.

The combined offering is positioned as a means for organisations to simplify management tools, strengthen their security posture, and protect legacy applications within current technology environments. Importantly, the approach aims to help businesses avoid costly software redevelopment or platform migrations when upgrading their infrastructure.

Peter Groth, Vice President, CTO and General Manager, Service Providers and OEM at HPE, addressed the risks faced by organisations running unsupported technology.

"The number of organisations still running critical workloads on outdated, unsupported operating systems is alarming. This puts many organisations at considerable risk - not only from a security and compliance perspective, but also in creating a barrier to IT modernisation. The new Droplet NeverTrust + HPE ProLiant Compute solution gives customers an unmatched level of security through HPE iLO and silicon root of trust technology. This new HPE OEM offering allows organisations to securely modernise their IT environment without costly code development or re-platforming of legacy workloads."

Droplet states that its NeverTrust solution is currently used to protect critical infrastructure across industries including energy, healthcare, defence, education, and government. The certification aims to expand access to the technology for a wider range of organisations looking to counter identity-driven breaches while undertaking IT modernisation initiatives.

Arrow Electronics, serving as the initial delivery partner, will provide technical pre- and post-sales support, managed services, and logistics for the certified offering within the UK, supporting customers throughout deployment and operation.