In a digital era where cyber threats lurk behind every click, Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) has become the guardian of enterprise security perimeters. As businesses increasingly rely on technology, the need for robust endpoint security measures grows exponentially. This comprehensive overview will delve into the intricate world of EDR, offering clarity on a topic of critical importance. Introduction to EDR Security. From malware exploits to ransomware attacks, endpoint devices are the frontline in the battle against cybercrime. Understanding the landscape of threats and the solutions d ..read more

In the modern digital age, where cybersecurity threats continue to evolve and become more sophisticated, protecting your business from potential data breaches, malware infections, and other cyber threats is of utmost importance. Managed antivirus solutions have emerged as a valuable tool in enhancing security and simplifying protection for businesses of all sizes. By understanding the concept of managed antivirus and its role in cybersecurity, as well as its ease of use and cost-effectiveness, businesses can significantly mitigate risks and safeguard their sensitive data. Understanding Managed ..read more

In today’s digital landscape, information security is paramount. However, many organizations struggle to allocate resources and find qualified professionals to fill the crucial role of a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) on a full-time basis. Virtual CISOs can solve this issue by providing organizations with remote or outsourced cybersecurity leadership on a part-time or temporary basis. To help you better understand what a virtual CISO is and how they can help your organization, this article covers the following topics: The Role of a CISO A Chief Information Security Officer’s primary ..read more

Cybersecurity is a top priority for any business that operates online. Data breaches can cost a company millions of dollars in lost revenue, not to mention the damage to its reputation. One way businesses can protect themselves is by investing in endpoint detection and response (EDR) services. But what exactly are EDR services, and why should businesses be using them? Let’s take a look at how they work and the many benefits they offer. What Is Endpoint Detection and Response? Endpoint detection and response (EDR) is a type of security software that provides continuous monitoring of all endpoi ..read more

Why Use a Managed SOC?  The IT infrastructure of a growing business also becomes larger, more complex, and more difficult to secure.  Each device produces many different activity and security logs which can provide critical security information, but need to be reviewed by specialists. Security Operations Centers (SOCs) play a critical role in protecting organizations from cybersecurity attacks by centralizing expertise to service the entire organization.   While there are several implementation models, organizations can often benefit the most from a fully outsourced and man ..read more

Even before the US Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) launched the Shields Up cybersecurity awareness campaign, attacks were on the rise.  While high profile attacks on Colonial Pipeline, Toyota, and JBS grabbed the headlines, countless smaller companies also fell victim to a variety of cyberattacks. ClearNetworks Managed Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solutions help organizations of all sizes to fend off attacks, even zero-day exploits.  Large enterprises, resource constrained municipalities, and nonprofit entit ..read more

Antivirus technology protected us well for decades, yet we see headlines every week of another big company that couldn’t stop attackers from harming their systems.  We might want to consider adopting newer Endpoint Detection and Response technologies, but how can we know if it will work any better? Let’s examine both technologies in more detail.  Sometimes, by understanding the differences and advantages of each technology we can understand how changing from one to the other can be advantageous. How Does Traditional AntiVirus Work? Antivirus software began with a simple idea: look f ..read more

A cybersecurity ecosystem requires information to operate.  Our security teams must compile information from various sources, analyze that information to detect malicious activity, and determine the appropriate responses.   Given the sheer volume of information in the typical organization, we need to use tools to gather, process, and store the information.  Any large-scale security operation requires a SOC to make decisions and a SIEM to store the information.  While SOC and SIEM stand alone as separate industries and functions, combining their strengths yields even b ..read more

With the pandemic forcing many businesses to adopt a work from home policy in the short term and more permanently, the reliance on online communication, especially emails, has reached an all-time high — and so have the security threats that emanate from using it. Approximately 90% of the recent cyberattacks were launched via emails. So, what is the reason behind the increase in email security threats? For starters, email is not a secure communication tool. Data moves from one server to another over the internet. As such, cybercriminals can intercept and use them in some types of at ..read more

A penetration test, or pen-test, is a planned attack on a network, hardware, or software system, intending to expose security defects that may violate systems integrity and compromise valued data. Although there are different types of penetration testing, they all aim to exploit vulnerabilities and weaknesses to test the effectiveness of the safety measure in place. The different types of penetration testing are derived from the kind of operation that one wishes to explore on a specific system. It is vital for security testers to know precisely what they want to test or what their testing goa ..read more