Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) is a feature of Microsoft Defender for Endpoint that helps organizations monitor, detect and respond to advanced security threats on workstations and servers. Implementing EDR with Defender for Endpoint enhances the protection of corporate devices and resources by providing in-depth analysis of suspicious activity and enabling rapid response in the event of a security incident.

How EDR works with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint :

• Threat detection: EDR continuously analyzes activity on workstations and servers to detect suspicious behavior and signs of potential attacks that might escape detection by traditional antivirus solutions.
• In-depth analysis: EDR collects and processes large volumes of device data, enabling in-depth analysis to identify advanced threats, such as fileless attacks and targeted attack campaigns.
• Rapid response: if a threat is detected, EDR enables administrators to take rapid action to contain and eradicate the attack, providing tools to isolate compromised devices, block malicious processes and remediate vulnerabilities.
• Simplified investigation: EDR provides detailed information on security incidents, including indicators of compromise (IoC), attack timelines and remediation recommendations. This facilitates the investigation and response to security incidents.
• Integration with Defender for Endpoint: leveraging the centralized protection and management of Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, EDR offers a complete solution for securing corporate workstations and servers against advanced threats.