F5(US:FFIV) Globenewswire·2026-02-13 21:01Core Viewpoint - The F5 class action lawsuit alleges that F5, Inc. and its executives misled investors regarding the company's revenue outlook and growth potential, particularly in light of a significant security incident that impacted its operations and stock price [1][4]. Company Overview - F5, Inc. is a global multi-cloud application security and delivery company that enables customers to deploy, secure, and operate applications both on-premises and via public cloud [3]. Allegations of the Lawsuit - The lawsuit claims that F5 created a false impression of having reliable information about its revenue outlook while downplaying risks associated with seasonality and macroeconomic factors [4]. - It is alleged that F5's optimistic claims about its security capabilities were misleading, as the company was experiencing a significant security breach that jeopardized its clients' security and future prospects [4]. Impact of Security Incidents - On October 15, 2025, F5 disclosed a security breach involving a nation-state threat actor, which led to a nearly 14% drop in F5's stock price over two trading days [5]. - Following the breach, on October 27, 2025, F5 reported fourth-quarter fiscal year 2025 results that fell significantly below market expectations for fiscal 2026, attributing this to the security incident. This announcement caused an additional nearly 11% decline in stock price over two trading days [6]. Lead Plaintiff Process - The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 allows any investor who purchased F5 securities during the Class Period to seek appointment as lead plaintiff in the class action lawsuit, representing the interests of all class members [7]. Law Firm Background - Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP is a leading law firm specializing in securities fraud and shareholder litigation, having secured over $2.5 billion for investors in 2024 alone [8].