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Endpoint Protection Software

Endpoint protection software provides security measures to detect, prevent, and respond to threats at the device level (the “endpoints”). This software can include antivirus, anti-spyware, firewall, and intrusion-prevention capabilities, along with automated daily monitoring and integrity validation. It often employs behavioral analysis to detect unusual actions that may signify malicious intent.

Endpoint protection software plays an integral role in an organization’s cybersecurity strategy, as endpoints are often the target of initial attack vectors, such as phishing or malware.

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