Understanding EDR, XDR, and MDR Cyber security can be a minefield for jargon. With the landscape changing so quickly, there seems to be a new acronym or buzzword every week, often meaning the same or similar things as those that already exist. Three common cyber security approaches—Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), Extended Detection and Response (XDR), and Managed Detection and Response (MDR)—help organisations detect and mitigate threats. But what do they mean, how do they compare, which is right for you? Let’s break it down.
It will be no surprise to hear that the sophistication of everyday cyber threats is so much greater than a few years ago, and will no doubt be even more sophisticated in the years to come. To stay protected against known and emerging threats, organisations need to think smart and implement solutions and processes that not only respond to – but also detect attacks in real time.
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