What does EDR software do?

Once installed, the software runs seamlessly in the background while you do your regular work. It uses real-time information and machine learning to detect, contain, and respond to threats quickly to mitigate further damage.

Specifically, EDR uses several techniques, including:

  • Signature-based engine to find and block known malware (akin to traditional anti-virus and anti-malware software).
  • MalwareGuard machine learning using seeded threat intelligence.
  • Behavior-based analytics engine to stop advanced threats.
  • Real-time discovery of Indicators of Compromise (IOC) using frontline threat intelligence.

See our detailed EDR Service article (CalNet Authentication required) for more information.