Importance of endpoint security in modern IT environments
To reiterate this distinction as we begin this chapter, it’s essential to emphasize that when discussing EDR throughout this book, I am referring to it in its broad sense.
However, when I use the term EDR tools or simply EDR, I am specifically addressing dedicated software solutions such as CrowdStrike Falcon Insight, Singularity XDR by SentinelOne, or Microsoft Defender for Endpoint. This differentiation serves as a cornerstone for our exploration.
An endpoint refers to any connected device that interacts with an organization’s data and network. These devices encompass a wide range, including servers, mobile devices, kiosks, point-of-sale (POS) systems, industrial machinery, cameras, and even commercial planes. As more physical or virtual systems, whether located on-premise or in the cloud, gain access to an organization’s data and networks, the number of Internet-connected devices continues to grow...
