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 Endpoint security:

Endpoint security is the practice of protecting end-user device endpoints or entry points, such as desktops, laptops, and mobile devices, from being misused by malicious actors or campaigns. An endpoint security system protects these endpoints from cybersecurity threats on your network or in the cloud. Endpoint security has evolved from traditional antivirus software to comprehensive protection against advanced malware and emerging zero-day threats (What is endpoint security? ). 
(Galvin, 2022)

What's considered an endpoint ?

An endpoint is any device that connects to the corporate network from outside its firewall. Examples of endpoint devices include:
  • Laptops
  • Tablets
  • mobile devices
  • Internet of things(IoT) devices
  • Point-of-sale (POS) systems
  • Switches
  • Digital printers
  • Other devices that communicate with the central network   (What is endpoint security? ). 

Why is endpoint security important?

An endpoint security strategy is essential as any remote endpoint can be an entry point for an attack. And the number of endpoints continues to grow with the rapid shift to remote work due to the pandemic. According to a Gallup poll, the majority of U.S. workers will be working remotely in 2020, and as of April 2021, 51% will still be working remotely. The risk posed by endpoints and their sensitive data is a never-ending challenge.

The endpoint landscape is constantly changing, making organizations of all sizes attractive targets for cyberattacks. This is common knowledge even in small companies. According to a 2020 study by Connectwise, 77% of 700 SMB decision makers surveyed fear they will be targeted in an attack within the next six months. Protecting against endpoint attacks is a challenge because endpoints exist at the intersection of humans and machines. Businesses struggle to secure their systems without interfering with the legitimate activities of their employees. And while technical solutions are highly effective, they can reduce, but not eliminate, the likelihood that employees will fall victim to social engineering attacks (Aarness,  2019). 

How does  endpoint security work?

Endpoint security is a method of protecting the data and workflows associated with each network-connected device. The Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) works by inspecting files entering your network. A modern EPP leverages the power of the cloud to manage ever-growing databases of threat intelligence and the bloat associated with storing all information locally and the need to keep those databases up to date. Free your endpoints from unnecessary maintenance. Accessing this data in the cloud also improves speed and scalability (What is endpoint security? ).
Endpoint protection solutions provide a centralized management console that allows administrators to connect to the corporate network to monitor, protect, investigate and respond to incidents. This is accomplished by utilizing on-premises, hybrid, or cloud approaches (Aarness,  2019). 

(Buckbee,2019)




References:

What is endpoint security? Trellix.com. Available at: https://www.trellix.com/en-us/security-awareness/endpoint/what-is-endpoint-security.html (Accessed: 18 April 2023).

Aarness, A. (2019) What is endpoint security?, crowdstrike.com. CrowdStrike. Available at: https://www.crowdstrike.com/cybersecurity-101/endpoint-security/ (Accessed: 18 April 2023).

Galvin, K. (2022) 7 best practices for endpoint security, The Quest Blog. Quest Software. Available at: https://blog.quest.com/7-best-practices-for-endpoint-security/ (Accessed: 18 April 2023).

Buckbee, M. (2019) ‘What is Endpoint Security? A Complete Guide’, Varonis.com. Varonis, 17 October. Available at: https://www.varonis.com/blog/endpoint-security (Accessed: 18 April 2023).



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