Next-Generation Antivirus (NGAV) refers to antivirus solutions that go beyond traditional signature-based detection methods. They often incorporate advanced techniques such as behavioral analysis, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and threat intelligence to identify and mitigate threats.
NGAV solutions are proactive in nature, aiming to prevent malware infections before they occur by identifying suspicious behaviors and patterns commonly associated with malicious activity.These solutions typically focus on real-time threat prevention and may prioritize lightweight agents and minimal performance impact to ensure seamless integration into endpoint environments.
Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solutions provide continuous monitoring, real-time visibility, and advanced threat detection capabilities on endpoints. They focus on detecting and responding to suspicious activities and behaviors.
Which is Better?
EDR + NGAV together provide the best protection against threats. When combined with NGAV, EDR enhances threat prevention capabilities by integrating proactive detection techniques with real-time response and remediation capabilities. EDR + NGAV solutions offer a comprehensive approach to endpoint security, providing both proactive threat prevention and advanced threat detection and response capabilities.
