Did you know that there are over 20 billion devices connected to the internet? With the rise of internet-connected devices and technologies, the importance of protecting them has never been higher.
If you’re in charge of running a business or organisation then you understand how vital it is to protect your company’s information technology. Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services help make protecting your company’s information a breeze. Read on to learn more.
MDR vs MSSP
Most MSPs do not focus solely on network security. These MSPs are called Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) and offer network security as an add-on service.
What’s the Difference?
The biggest difference between MDR and an MSSP is the approach to threat detection.
MSSPs focus on reacting to cyber threats, not preventing them. They do not provide threat monitoring and leave investigating these threats to your in-house team. Constant, 24/7 services are also not always available with an MSSP.
The Problem With a Reactive Approach
This focus on being reactive to cyber threats as opposed to being proactive puts businesses at a disadvantage. A reactive approach makes dealing with threats more inconvenient because there’s almost no way of seeing these threats coming. The best way to handle any kind of potential threat is to plan ahead and that’s exactly what managed detection response does.
How Does Managed Detection and Response Work?
MDR is all about detecting and neutralising threats well before they become an actual problem. There are several ways this is accomplished, so let’s look at some of those ways in detail.
Around the Clock Protection
Cyber security threats never take a day off. Millions of breaches and data leaks occur daily, and many of the companies and organisations targeted don’t have adequate protection. The constant vigilance of managed detection and response teams prevents your business or organisation from ever becoming a victim.
Threat Intelligence
To stay ahead of any possible threat, MDR providers make use of threat intelligence. Threat intelligence is the gathering of raw data from multiple sources all over the internet. This includes social media sites, forums, online research reports, and telemetry data from anti-virus software.
The raw data gathered is analysed in-depth and turned into a detailed report. With this report, all system weaknesses get identified. A plan is then set in place for when threats arise, nipping any problems in the bud very early on.
The massive amount of data gets gathered and analysed using machine learning/artificial intelligence tools. These tools are also used to automatically execute threat responses.
Endpoint and Network Integration
One of the most common sources of threats to information and network security is end-user devices. End-user devices are internet-connected devices like smartphones, laptops, desktops, and so on. These devices are often used by hackers and other threats to spread malware or compromise a network.
To prevent an attack, MDR providers set up Endpoint Protection Platforms (EPP). EPPs scan files that go through endpoint devices on a network and make sure nothing malicious gets through.
Dedicated Team of Experts
One of the downsides to having an in-house team is limited availability and limited expertise. The in-house team you hired will not all have the same skillset and range of abilities. They also won’t be available at all times in the case of an emergency.
MDR providers fix this problem. Their experts have the right skills for the job and are available at all times. Should disaster ever strike, you can rest assured that someone will be there to guide you and your team through it.
Why Is MDR Important?
If your business doesn’t have the means to protect your technology in-house then MDR must be a top priority. Businesses without dedicated protection services are at the highest risk for data breaches & leaks, DDoS attacks, and other cyber threats. Data breaches alone can cost your business millions of dollars in downtime.
Compliance
One of the biggest benefits of having a managed detection and response service is compliance.
If you’re part of a healthcare organisation then you’re well aware of the importance of regulatory compliance. Failure to adhere to regulatory compliance can sink your company’s ship.
Regulations change and evolve, making it hard for regular employees to stay up-to-date. MDR services take care of this problem.
MDR teams are full of experts who are always up-to-date on necessary compliance. These experts can show you and your staff best practices and help implement compliance protocols. Having proper practices and protocols in place will prevent compliance violations and save your organisation hundreds of thousands of dollars each year.
Go With MDR for Your Cyber Security Needs
Managed detection and response services are invaluable to businesses and organisations. Without property network security, your business is akin to a sitting duck. With the right provider, MDR services will safeguard your business from any potential cyber threats.
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