Endpoint Security is a practice of securing the end user devices like desktops, laptops, mobile, etc., from malicious intrusions. Endpoint security systems shield these endpoints on a network or in the cloud from cybersecurity threats. Endpoint security has evolved from traditional antivirus software to providing comprehensive protection from sophisticated malware and becoming zero-day threats. Endpoint security safeguards the data and workflows associated with the devices connected to your network. Endpoint protection platforms (EPP) work by examining files as they enter the network. Modern EPPs harness the power of the cloud to hold an ever-growing database of threat information, freeing endpoints of the bloat associated with storing all this information locally and the maintenance required to keep these databases up to date. Accessing this data in the cloud allows for incredible speed and scalability.

What is an Endpoint?

Mostly an endpoint is any device which connects to the corporate network that transmits data over the network. Some of the key examples of the endpoints are:

• Mobile Phones
• Ipad
• Printers
• Servers
• IoT devices
• OT devices
• Computers & laptops

Why is Endpoint Security most important for an organization?

Cyber threats are evolving daily because of the growth of IoT, Mobile Technology, and the Cloud.

As the digital revolution happens, more mobile devices, including mobile phones, Tablets, iPADs, and gaming devices, are connecting to the network. Also, with the rapid increase in the remote workforce and cloud applications/devices, Perimeter security is a protection of the past; it wouldn´t be able to prevent remote users from malicious attacks or traffic from and to the cloud. It perhaps needs Endpoint Security instead of Centralized Security for the whole network infrastructure.

Companywide security policies, Data Leak prevention Policies can be pushed or applied to all the devices in the organization with a specialized client on each system. This hugely reduces the admin burden.

How does it differ from traditional Antivirus software?

Antivirus software widely works by matching the traffic pattern with the predefined signatures, and most importantly, it needs regular signature database updates to prevent the most recent vulnerabilities. Antivirus prevents malicious traffic at rest/in In-transit. Still, the Endpoint Security prevents offline traffic (File or company-sensitive information via USB) from being copied from the company organization. It also prevents the data being copied to the USB or via email or through anyways from the computer. Endpoint Security is a suite of security solutions that can be easily integrated for comprehensive security protection.

How does Endpoint Protection work?

Endpoint protection works by integrating the centralized managed security solution with each endpoint, either by pushing the client to each system centrally or by manually installing it to the system. A centralized management console manages all the devices, making regular security updates, upgrades, and profile enforcement. Additionally, it enforces the application control for each endpoint, preventing users from accessing unauthorized or malicious applications from the endpoints. It greatly helps in preventing advanced and files less malware, Zero-day attacks, and advanced persistent threats.

Key benefits of Endpoint Security

• Granular control over the systems
• Organization-wide improved security
• Better data security
• Enhanced device visibility