Endpoint Detection and Response - EDR
EDR stands for Endpoint Detection and Response. It’s a category of cybersecurity tools and technologies designed to detect, investigate, and respond to security incidents and threats at the endpoint level, such as desktops, laptops, servers, and mobile devices.
Key responsibilities
Key features and capabilities of EDR solutions include:
Continuous Monitoring:
EDR solutions continuously monitor endpoint activity and behavior in real-time, collecting data such as process executions, file changes, network connections, and system events.
Threat Detection:
EDR solutions use advanced detection techniques, such as behavioral analysis, machine learning, and threat intelligence, to identify suspicious or malicious activity indicative of security threats, such as malware infections, insider threats, or advanced persistent threats (APTs).
Incident Investigation:
EDR solutions provide detailed visibility into security incidents by capturing and storing endpoint telemetry data. Security analysts can use this data to investigate the root cause of security incidents, trace the scope of compromise, and gather evidence for forensic analysis.
Alerting and Reporting:
EDR solutions generate alerts and notifications in response to detected security incidents, enabling security teams to prioritize and respond to threats promptly. They also provide reporting capabilities to summarize key findings, trends, and metrics related to endpoint security.
Response Actions:
EDR solutions enable security teams to respond to security incidents directly from the endpoint or through centralized management consoles. Response actions may include quarantining files, blocking malicious processes, isolating endpoints, and remediation measures to contain and mitigate threats.
Integration with SIEM and SOAR:
EDR solutions can integrate with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) and Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) platforms to enhance incident detection, response, and collaboration across security operations.