Bitdefender introduces eXtended EDR - XEDR - as an evolution of Bitdefender Endpoint Detection and Response. Now there is also an analysis and correlation of detected threats across endpoints and networks, as well as more efficient protection of hybrid environments against cyber attacks.
Bitdefender today announced the next level of endpoint detection and response with eXtended EDR (XEDR). The new functions extend Bitdefender Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) and GravityZone Ultra to include analytics and the cross-endpoint correlation of security-relevant events. Bitdefender XEDR is available now. The new range of functions is now part of the standard range of Bitdefender's EDR, GravityZone Ultra and MDR services at no additional cost. Customers interested in network-based security and detection can participate in an ongoing Early Access Program.
Uniform solution for endpoint prevention, detection and response
Bitdefender EDR is the unified solution for endpoint prevention, detection and response and GravityZone Ultra is the company's risk analysis platform. The new XEDR features increase the security effectiveness of these offerings to identify and stop ransomware attacks, advanced persistent threats (APTs) and other complex attacks more quickly before they affect business processes. Bitdefender's Managed Detection and Response (MDR) security service also benefits from XEDR, as the new features provide more transparency and context for incidents during analysis. This enables those responsible to validate hazards more quickly and take the resulting reaction and remedial measures more quickly.
XEDR recognizes and repels threats and attacks across operating systems (Windows, Linux, Mac) and hybrid IT structures (public and private cloud, on-premises). Bitdefender also provides a comprehensive, real-time view of security processes. This enables companies to identify covert attacks that would go unnoticed with an isolated analysis and detection on individual endpoints, even without their own full-time security analysts.
Imitated processes don't stand a chance
Detailed analysis of an attack by Bitdefender XEDR (Image: Bitdefender).
Sophisticated attacks that are designed to escape the eyes of security technologies often mimic “normal” processes or run in multiple stages across different vectors including endpoints, networks, supply chains, hosted IT and cloud services. Bitdefender XEDR thwarts complex attacks by ingesting, examining and correlating telemetry data from endpoints to identify indicators of compromise (IOCs), APT techniques, malware signatures, vulnerabilities and abnormal behavior. This advanced monitoring automates the early detection of attack scenarios and provides security and IT staff with a single dashboard view, no matter where the attack began.
In the crosshairs of APTs
"Organizations of all sizes and in all industries are in the crosshairs of APTs and clever cybercriminal groups," said Steve Kelley, president and general manager of Bitdefender Business Solutions Group. "Every application, every e-mail, every unpatched vulnerability, every cooperation with business partners and every service from third-party providers represent a potential entry point for a catastrophic security incident. Since attackers are constantly developing new techniques to circumvent defensive measures and remain undetected in IT move, event correlation across the boundaries of a single endpoint is critical to cybersecurity. Bitdefender XEDR correlates information across endpoints in order to more quickly identify and eliminate threats and attacks in every phase of an attack from the first detection to the final payload. "
XEDR can do more than EDR
In a recent report, Forrester analyst Allie Mellen wrote: “XDR providers are either restricted or empowered by the EDR on which they are based. Choose an XDR that is based on an EDR with highly effective detection, strong third-party partnerships, or advanced native capabilities, and that automatically recommends responses. "
XEDR builds on the company's industry-leading EDR offerings and advanced threat intelligence powered by the Bitdefender Global Protective Network (GPN), an extensive network of hundreds of millions of sensors that are continuously collecting cybersecurity intelligence from endpoints around the world. In independent tests, Bitdefender consistently scores best when it comes to detecting APT tactics and techniques. In the latest MITER ATT & CK test, Bitdefender achieved the highest detection rate among the 29 participating cybersecurity providers.
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About Bitdefender Bitdefender is a leading global provider of cybersecurity solutions and antivirus software, protecting over 500 million systems in more than 150 countries. Since it was founded in 2001, the company's innovations have consistently ensured excellent security products and intelligent protection for devices, networks and cloud services for private customers and companies. As the supplier of choice, Bitdefender technology is found in 38 percent of security solutions deployed around the world and is trusted and recognized by industry experts, manufacturers and customers alike. www.bitdefender.de