Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
Prevent, detect, investigate, and respond to advanced threats.
Overview
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is an enterprise endpoint security platform designed to help enterprise networks prevent, detect, investigate, and respond to advanced threats. It is deeply integrated into Windows and other operating systems, leveraging the power of the Microsoft cloud and its vast threat intelligence network. It provides a comprehensive suite of capabilities including risk-based vulnerability management, attack surface reduction, next-generation protection, and EDR.
✨ Key Features
- Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)
- Next-Generation Antivirus (NGAV)
- Threat & Vulnerability Management
- Attack Surface Reduction
- Automated Investigation and Response (AIR)
- Integration with Microsoft 365 Defender XDR
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Deep, native integration with the Windows OS
- Unified security experience within the Microsoft 365 Defender portal
- Leverages Microsoft's massive global threat intelligence
Unique Value: Provides a comprehensive, cloud-delivered endpoint security solution that is natively integrated into Windows and the broader Microsoft security stack, simplifying deployment and management.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Providing deep visibility into threats on Windows endpoints.
- Automating the investigation and remediation of common security alerts.
- Integrating endpoint security with identity, cloud, and email security in the Microsoft 365 Defender portal.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Organizations that are not invested in the Microsoft software and cloud ecosystem.
- Small businesses that may find the licensing and feature set too complex.
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a level of OS-level integration on Windows that third-party agents cannot match, providing richer data and more resilient protection. Its integration into the single Microsoft 365 Defender XDR platform is a major workflow advantage for Microsoft-centric shops.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Microsoft Unified Support tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 90-day free trial
Free tier: N/A
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