Endpoint Detection and Response Essentials

Elevate your expertise in endpoint detection and response by mastering advanced EDR/XDR concepts through real-life examples and fortify your organization's cyber defense strategy

Key Features

Learn how to tackle endpoint security problems in your organizationApply practical guidance and real-world examples to harden endpoint securityImplement EDR/XDR tools for optimal protection of digital assetsPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook

Book Description

In this data-driven age, safeguarding sensitive data and privacy has become paramount, demanding a deep understanding of the intricacies of cyberspace and its associated threats. With a focus on endpoint defense, Endpoint Detection and Response Essentials guides you in implementing EDR solutions to stay ahead of attackers and ensure the overall security posture of your IT infrastructure.

Starting with an insightful introduction to EDR and its significance in the modern cyber threat landscape, this book offers a quick overview of popular EDR tools followed by their practical implementation. From real-world case studies, best practices, and deployment strategies to maximizing the effectiveness of EDR, including endpoint hardening techniques and advanced DNS visibility methods, this comprehensive resource equips you with the knowledge and hands-on skills to strengthen your organization’s defense against cyber attacks. Recognizing the role of the DNS protocol, you’ll fortify your organization's endpoint defense proactively.

By the end of this book, you'll have honed the skills needed to construct a resilient cybersecurity defense for yourself and your organization.

What you will learn

Gain insight into current cybersecurity threats targeting endpointsUnderstand why antivirus solutions are no longer sufficient for robust securityExplore popular EDR/XDR tools and their implementationMaster the integration of EDR tools into your security operationsUncover evasion techniques employed by hackers in the EDR/XDR contextGet hands-on experience utilizing DNS logs for endpoint defenseApply effective endpoint hardening techniques within your organization

Who this book is for

If you're an IT professional seeking to safeguard yourself and your company's digital assets, this book is for you. To make the most of its content, a foundational understanding of GNU/Linux, operating systems, networks, and programming concepts is recommended. Additionally, security professionals eager to delve into advanced endpoint defense techniques will find this book invaluable.