
Endpoint Security vs Antivirus
With Cyber attacks on the increase, there is a lot of discussion about increasing the protection of and on your devices.
Traditionally we have worried about our PCs and Macs, protecting them with an antivirus tool, often also with a personal firewall.
Now, of course, we use more than one device on a daily basis, with sometimes three (3) devices connected via our data plans, our offices and through our home networks.
These are known as endpoints and are typically classified as:
- Smartphones
- Tablets
- Laptops
- Desktops
- Workstations
- Servers
Many people bring their own devices into the workplace and connect into a range of networks, including company networks. This situation presents a higher security risk and needs to be managed accordingly.
With a new range of attacks using techniques such as file-less, ransomware and zero-day attacks affecting devices. Antivirus protection is no longer enough and additional new technologies such as those offered through endpoint solutions are required as part of a comprehensive security plan.
Endpoint security vs Antivirus in a nutshell
Endpoint security refers to to the protection of an overall network, using a comprehensive system of techniques.
Antivirus refers to the protection of individual devices against virus and malware attacks.