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Endpoint Security

Security

Phishing Malware Security Patch Sandboxing

Controls to protect endpoints from compromise and data loss.

Definition

Endpoint security includes prevention, detection, and response controls on user devices: hardening, malware protection, patching, EDR, and policy enforcement.

In plain English Controls to protect endpoints from compromise and data loss.

Why this matters

Why it matters: Endpoints are frequent initial access points; compromise directly exposes sensitive data and credentials.

Example

Example: EDR monitoring plus OS hardening and application allowlisting.