Allied Universal

Allied Universal provides a range of security services that include on‑site guarding, mobile patrols, risk assessment, emergency response, and technology‑based solutions such as access control and video surveillance. The company serves a broad set of markets, including commercial office buildings, residential communities, healthcare facilities, educational institutions, government sites, and industrial complexes. Its offerings are designed to protect people, property, and information through a combination of personnel and integrated security systems. Allied Universal operates throughout the United States, delivering services to clients that range from small businesses to large multinational corporations.

The firm is recognized as a leading provider of security services in North America, having been formed through the merger of AlliedBarton and Universal Services of America. It emphasizes an integrated approach that combines trained security personnel with advanced technology to deliver customized protection programs. In November 2019, Allied Universal experienced a ransomware attack carried out by the Maze group, which encrypted parts of its network and exfiltrated approximately 700 megabytes of data, including employee termination agreements, medical records, contracts, and Active Directory information. The attackers threatened to release additional data unless a ransom was paid, highlighting the growing ransomware threat to service‑oriented organizations. Despite the incident, the company continued its operations and stated that an investigation was underway. These events underscore Allied Universal’s role as a significant target for cyber threats due to the sensitive information it manages on behalf of its diverse client base.