Endpoint Protection in Managed IT Services
With the proliferation of remote work and bring-your-own-device policies, endpoints have become the new entry points for attacks. With a Services managed it solution that offers robust endpoint protection, companies can minimize data breaches and other cyberattacks that result in costly downtime.
The average corporate network is comprised of a variety of different devices, including PCs and laptops at the office, smartphones and tablets on the go, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices in factories and industrial networks. These devices access company networks over a myriad of connections, from unsecured public Wi-Fi to private VPNs.
Each device has its own unique challenges that must be addressed in order to protect the organization. An effective endpoint security strategy will use defense in depth, implementing a mix of both software and hardware controls to prevent threats from breaching the network.
The first component of endpoint protection is preventing malware and other malicious code from being deployed onto the device in the first place. A robust firewall is crucial, along with a layered anti-virus solution. The solution should also include a continuous monitoring capability, with a strong threat detection engine that uses advanced algorithms and deep learning to keep tabs on the devices.
Once a threat is detected, an automated response system should be able to quarantine it from the rest of the network and remove any other devices or files that it has infected. The software should also have a robust patch management component that quickly resolves any vulnerabilities that could allow attackers to penetrate the system.
What is Endpoint Protection in Managed IT Services?
Another critical aspect of endpoint protection is ensuring that no unapproved software or applications are running on the device. A strong solution will block these types of programs and allow only the necessary applications to run. Finally, a solution should incorporate a user behavior analytics (UBA) component that monitors and analyzes how users interact with the devices. This helps to detect anomalies in their usage that could indicate an insider attack or other security compromises.
Endpoints that connect to unsecure networks are susceptible to Man-in-the-Middle attacks and data interception if proper protocols are not followed. In addition, the devices may be exposed to ransomware if users do not use strong passwords. A robust endpoint protection service will be able to prevent these types of attacks through the implementation of a strong firewall, application control, and data-in-transit encryption.
An endpoint security solution should integrate with a security information and event management (SIEM) system for centralized monitoring and reporting. This will help to reduce the amount of time that it takes for security analysts to detect and respond to incidents. The solution should also be able to provide analytics for rapid incident response and security improvement. Optiv’s impMDR is a fully Services managed it solution that handles the integration, deployment and optimization of solutions within your environment, providing EDR, SIEM, and log management services to decrease your SecOps strain and accelerate your security maturity. Contact us to learn more.
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