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Antivirus
Security
Endpoint protection that detects, quarantines, and remediates malicious code using signatures and behavior analysis.
Definition
Antivirus uses signatures, heuristics, and behavioral detection to identify malware. Modern tools may integrate with EDR for deeper visibility.
In plain English
Endpoint protection that detects, quarantines, and remediates malicious code using signatures and behavior analysis.
Why this matters
Why it matters: Endpoint compromise often leads to data theft and privacy breaches.
Example
Example: Keep AV enabled, update definitions, and combine with patching and least privilege.