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misconfigurations, and vulnerabilities. This means testing for vulnerabilities from both outside and inside
the network to ensure robust visibility, which can expose open ports, disabled firewalls, or issues with
antivirus. This is also important for companies that need to meet government and industry compliance or
regulatory policies.

Once vulnerabilities are detected (e.g., missing patches, faulty configuration, or out-of-compliance
devices) they must be remediated quickly. Finding an endpoint security solution that integrates with a
SOAR (Security, Orchestration, Automation and Response) solution can enable process remediation for
large groups of devices without the typical manual workload.

5. Make It a Priority

Endpoint security should be a priority – dare we say even higher priority than the “protect the perimeter”
firewall strategy? In many ways, individual endpoints have become the perimeter of the network. But for
many organizations it’s not. Endpoint security doesn’t just protect a business — it preserves their
reputation, reassures customers, and streamlines business processes. Without the necessary
prioritization that cybersecurity demands, your endpoint security endeavors will likely fall short. Need
executive buy-in? Consider running these facts by leadership:

• 81% of businesses experienced an endpoint attack involving some form of malware.
• 79% of people traveling for business have connected their devices to a public USB port or
charging station.
• One in three US employees (33%) uses a personal computer or smartphone to work remotely.
• Only 47% of organizations monitor their networks 24/7.

These are just a few simple steps and insights to help get your organization on track with endpoint
security. As consolidation continues across the security industry, solutions are emerging that deliver
comprehensive endpoint security, patch management, and compliance, in a single platform. To truly
protect against the rising endpoint threat, organizations must look to leverage these powerful new
solutions.

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