Endpoint Detection and Response

Definition:

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) is a security solution that monitors and analyzes endpoint activities to detect, investigate, and respond to advanced threats in real time.

Use Cases:

• Used by organizations to detect and mitigate malware, ransomware, and other endpoint-based attacks.
• Employed in security operations centers (SOCs) to investigate suspicious behavior on employee devices.
  
  

Related Terms:

• Endpoint Security
• Malware Detection
• Incident Response
• Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
  
  

Questions and Answers:

• What is the purpose of EDR in cybersecurity?
  EDR solutions help organizations detect and respond to advanced threats by monitoring endpoints for malicious activities and anomalies.
  
  
• How does EDR differ from traditional antivirus software?
  EDR provides more advanced capabilities, including real-time monitoring, threat hunting, and automated response actions, whereas traditional antivirus focuses mainly on known malware detection.
  
  
• What are the key features of EDR?
  Key features include real-time threat detection, forensic analysis, automated response, and integration with other security tools.