Endpoint security includes host-based software products that secure computing devices, such as laptops, desktops, tablets, servers, and smartphones, from malware, cyberattacks, and unwanted applications. IoT (Internet of Things) devices are endpoints that also require securing.

A benchmarking system to spark companies to action — innovation that fuels new deal flow and growth pipelines Endpoint security includes host-based software products that secure computing devices, such as laptops, desktops, tablets, servers, and smartphones, from malware, cyberattacks, and unwanted applications. IoT (Internet of Things) devices are endpoints that also require securing. Endpoint security consists of an endpoint protection platform (a software suite that includes antivirus, intrusion prevention, anti-malware, and other features) and endpoint detection and response (an advanced tool that detects threats, contains the incident, investigates with forensic and proactive hunting tools, and provides immediate response and remediation). Modern endpoint security combines these functions for superior performance.