In a world where cyberattacks and data breaches are increasingly common, endpoint security has become a critical priority for organizations of all sizes. As we approach 2025, device protection will need to adapt to the prevalence of hybrid working, the increasing sophistication of cyber attacks, and a renewed focus on traditional network architecture.
Following this point, SonicWall has identified several key points that will define endpoint security in the coming years and how these changes will impact businesses.
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Adoption of EDR Tools in SMEs
Traditionally, endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools were viewed as exclusive solutions for large enterprises due to their cost and complexity. However, this perception is changing rapidly. Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) face the same advanced threats as large corporations and have therefore become key targets for cybercriminals.
To address these threats, SMBs are abandoning traditional antivirus (AV) solutions and investing in more robust EDR tools. The main challenge is that SMBs often have small IT teams and little time to manage complex security operations. By 2025, these companies will look for EDR solutions that are easy to use, cloud-based, and have automation capabilities that allow them to set it and forget it. This way, they will be able to obtain the necessary protection without adding complexity or overloading their resources.
Evolving threats, zero trust, and smarter integrations will redefine endpoint protection next year
External MDR and SOC Services
Building your own Security Operations Center (SOC) is expensive and can create compliance complications. For many businesses and managed service providers (MSPs), it is not feasible to maintain a large-scale SOC with 24/7 monitoring and threat hunting. For this reason, many organizations are opting for managed detection and response (MDR) services or collaborating with an external SOC.
By 2025, outsourcing security operations to an MDR provider will be the norm for many companies. This approach allows organizations to access cybersecurity expertise without the operational costs of managing a SOC in-house. By partnering with a SOC or MDR provider, businesses can focus on their core activities while having peace of mind that their endpoints are protected 24/7.
Expansion of the Zero Trust Model
The zero trust model is becoming a standard in the security world and is one of the most effective ways to protect networks. The main premise is simple: “never trust, always verify.” With this approach, even if someone (or something) accesses a part of the network, they will not have free access to the entire environment. Each user, device or application attempting to access data must be continually authenticated and verified.
By 2025, zero trust principles will continue to evolve to encompass endpoint security. As remote work and cloud-based applications become the norm, endpoints will need to be integrated into organizations’ digital transformation. This will involve ongoing health checks on devices to ensure they are secure. Endpoint security solutions must be integrated into the security model based on zero trust architecture.
Security Tools Integration
Endpoints have always been a prime target for cyberattacks. Whether inside or outside the network, they are often the entry point for attackers to compromise a system. Once they gain control over an endpoint, they can move laterally across the network, causing widespread and costly damage. Therefore, it is crucial that endpoint security tools integrate with network and cloud security solutions.
Companies will need security solutions that communicate between all layers of the network, offering seamless comprehensive protection. This integration will allow for faster detection and better coordination in response to threats. From endpoints to firewalls to cloud security tools, a holistic security infrastructure will help detect and stop attacks before they become emergencies.
