In today’s world, where we rely heavily on computers and digital devices, keeping our data, systems and our people safe is more important than ever. Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) is a security tool that runs on endpoint computers that helps protect devices by detecting and dealing with potential security threats when (not if) they occur. Here’s 5 reasons why using EDR can be really beneficial for your business.
1. Catches Problems Early
EDR helps to find and stop security issues before they become a company wide problem. The tool constantly scans your devices to spot unusual activity. If it notices something suspicious, it can alert your security team immediately. This early detection means you can prevent problems quickly, before they cause serious damage.
2. Provides Quick Responses
We are all human and sometimes human error occurs. This could be as simple as clicking on a malicious link masquerading as something innocent in an email. When a security threat is found, EDR acts fast. It can take immediate action to prevent the threat from spreading or causing damage. This quick response helps to minimise any disruption to your work and keeps your systems running smoothly.
3. Gives a Clear Picture of Your Devices
With EDR, you get a detailed view of what’s happening on all of your devices. It tracks activities like file changes, network connections, and user actions. This clear picture helps your security team understand what’s going on and makes it easier to spot any unusual behaviour that could indicate a problem.
4. Helps Investigate Issues
When a cybersecurity breach occurs, EDR helps you figure out what happened. It keeps a record of activities, so you can look back and see how a problem started and what it affected. This vital information is useful for understanding the cause of an issue and preventing it from happening again.
5. Protects Against Modern Threats
Cyber threats are always changing, and EDR is designed to keep up with new threats. It uses advanced methods to spot new types of attacks that traditional security tools might miss. By staying up-to-date with the latest threats, EDR helps ensure your devices remain safe from the latest dangers.
Using Endpoint Detection and Response brings several key benefits. It helps catch security problems early, responds quickly to threats, provides a clear view of your devices, aids in investigating issues, and protects against modern threats. By incorporating EDR, you can better safeguard your devices, data and business, keeping your digital life secure and running smoothly.
Speak to Seguro today to find out more about EDR and how we can help get you on track to better protect your organisation.