April 18, 2024
In our increasingly digital world, organizations face new and persistent threats to cybersecurity. Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) systems can act as a critical line of defense, providing real-time monitoring, threat detection, and response capabilities at the endpoint level. In this security spotlight, Boulay’s Risk Advisory Team explores the importance of utilizing an EDR system and its role in helping your organization prepare for a SOC 2 examination.
Understanding Endpoint Detection and Response
EDR is a cybersecurity solution designed to protect endpoints (such as laptops, mobile devices, desktops and servers) from advanced threats. EDR systems continuously monitor endpoint activities, analyze behavior patterns, and detect suspicious or malicious activities. In addition to detection, EDR solutions often include response capabilities to promptly contain and resolve security incidents. The benefits of using an EDR system include:
EDR and SOC 2
An EDR system is helpful in meeting the SOC 2 trust services criteria, particularly those related to security, availability, and processing integrity. EDR contributes to SOC 2 requirements through:
Helping You Get There…
Boulay’s Risk Advisory Team is here to support you at any stage of your SOC 2 journey. To learn more about how we help you get there with our SOC 2 services, connect with us today.
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