EDR (Endpoint Detection and Response) The best Digitalized Modern Security Solution

Industry currently has greater challenges with the presence of modern digitalization, the role of security is very important and EDR solutions can really help the industry. This security solution is dedicated to detecting, investigating and responding to cyber security threats on endpoint devices (such as computers, laptops, smartphones and servers).

EDR works by monitoring activity on endpoint devices in real-time and using various analysis techniques to identify suspicious user actions or behavior. Attacks or threats that often occur in today’s digital era include:

1. Zero-Day Exploits Zero-day

These attacks target or prey on gaps and vulnerabilities that are unknown to software vendors or the cybersecurity community. EDR intelligence analysis and integration helps counter these new threats.

2. Insider Threats EDR

EDR’s role is to mitigate threats from within by monitoring and analyzing the behavior of each user. Any anomalies or suspicious activity will be identified and resolved quickly.

3. Advanced Persistent Therapies (APTs)

This is a type of cyber attack that is carried out continuously and is very targeted. Often undetectable by traditional security methods. EDR can detect and thwart APTs attacks.

4. Integration with Security Operations (SecOps)

EDR does not operate separately, instead EDR integrates with the Secure Operation Center (SOC) and Incident Response (IR). This is a strategy to develop a stronger cyber security strategy.

5. Collaboration With SOCs

EDR can capture data related to suspicious user activity, apart from that, EDR also collaborates with SOC to analyze data effectively so that it is more effective in preventing attacks.

6. Incident Response Enhancement

EDR can provide detailed information about the nature of an incident or attack, so that users can make the right decisions to prevent it.

However, in implementing EDR there are several challenges in implementation, such as:

• Complexity: EDR is a complex solution and requires technical expertise to configure and manage.

• Cost: EDR can be an expensive investment, especially for large organizations.

• Generation of Big Data: EDR generates huge amounts of data, which needs to be managed and analyzed.

EDR is a critical component of a modern cybersecurity strategy. With its ability to detect, investigate, and respond quickly to threats, EDR helps organizations protect their digital assets and reduce the risk of cyberattacks. ACS Group as a trusted IT company in Indonesia is committed to providing a portfolio of IT security products with a wide range of services throughout Indonesia.

We have provided appropriate solutions for thousands of enterprises throughout Indonesia, both for AIDC solutions, IT Infrastructure, Enterprise Security Systems and Enterprise Business Solutions. With Are you ready to implement it yourself in your operational activities? For further information regarding Aruba Data Center Networking solutions, you can contact +6221 4208221, WhatsApp +62 811-1944-534, or email sales.admin@acsgroup.co.id. You can also visit our website at www.acsgroup.co.id.

Security Convergence between Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) in Industry

In this digital industrial development era, manufacturing companies can use various connected devices to monitor and remotely control or change devices (machines/tools) such as conveyor belts, valves, fans, pumps, and others.

However, this also increases the potential consequential threats or disruptions to the sustainability of the factory supply chain.

Every device connected to TCP/IP gives irresponsible parties the opportunity to intrude and jeopardize production activities and factory KPIs. Understanding and cooperation between IT and OT elements are needed to mitigate this threat.

 

For details on OT Security Please Read on The Importance of Cybersecurity in the OT Sector

 

The main concern of this IT-OT convergence is visibility. Hundreds of PLC-DCS sensors should be able to be monitored not only via HMI/SCADA, but also can be securely monitored remotely. The database must be able to create Big Data for follow-up actions. For this reason, security solutions are needed to keep them running normally. These preventive solutions are required in order to identify & counteract these risks.

 

NGFW (New Generation Firewall)

The primary security measure for this convergence is a powerful Next Gen Firewall toolkit.

This device that also functions as a gateway will monitor network traffic, perform filtration, and allow only safe traffic.

NGFW will constantly update you when something interferes with network performance and the number of individuals accessing the network and give you a comprehensive assessment needed to select sufficient capacity devices.

No matter how sophisticated your security devices are in protecting lanes, internal threats also need to be anticipated. We can approach it from the end-user side that performs on-site maintenance by connecting the laptop to the HMI directly for configuration. In general, these machines still use the old Operating System which is known to be stable. This is a risky move if it is connected anywhere because there is no security update available for that version. This is where the Endpoint Detection & Response agent needs to be installed on the HMI.

 

EDR (Endpoint Detection & Response)

EDR functions as a protective barrier, where the maintenance staff can safely configure/maintain machines. For devices that are connected to the local wifi, the security measure on the access point device can be a barrier.

 

Sandboxing

Sandboxing is required because the development of malware and viruses, like Zero-Day attacks, are increasingly frequent and common. For optimal prevention, Sandboxing technology can be used for early testing in a self-contained environment, as a filter for files, attachments, URLs, and programs from incoming/outgoing traffic.

In implementing these various security solutions, especially in the Operational Technology aspect, good integration is needed in terms of the specific environment per factory and the technology used so your investment can be optimal.

You can contact us ACS Group, to discuss what solutions are suitable for your business organization.