The Ultimate Guide to Endpoint Detection and Response

2026 · UK Edition

Also known as EDR.

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) is a critical component in modern cybersecurity strategies, focusing on the real-time detection, investigation, and mitigation of cyber threats targeting endpoints such as laptops, desktops, servers, and mobile devices. As cyber threats evolve in complexity and frequency, organizations increasingly rely on EDR solutions to gain deeper visibility and improve response times against sophisticated attacks.

The recent stories under this tag highlight advancements in EDR technologies, including integrations with AI and machine learning to enhance threat detection capabilities. They demonstrate the growing adoption of extended detection and response (XDR) platforms, which unify multiple security components to provide a broader scope of protection across networks, cloud workloads, and endpoints. Readers will find discussions on evolving challenges like ransomware surges, insider threats, and the rising importance of proactive security measures. Insights into the partnerships, product launches, and industry analyses offer valuable perspectives for IT professionals seeking to strengthen their organization’s cybersecurity posture through effective endpoint protection and response strategies.

UK Endpoint Detection and Response news
Analyst Insights
CrowdStrike Falcon now available via Microsoft Marketplace
Canalys · EDR · Endpoint Protection
Last month
Cybersecurity as a Service market to hit USD $83.96bn
Polaris Market Research · EDR · Firewalls
Last month
Tanium named Leader in IDC report on Windows tools
Gartner · EDR · IT Automation
Wed, 21st Jan 2026
Tanium named Leader in Gartner 2026 endpoint report
Gartner · EDR · Endpoint Protection
Thu, 15th Jan 2026
Acronis boosts MSP security with new threat research
Canalys · EDR · Malware
Wed, 14th Jan 2026
Expert columns
Kernel in the crosshairs: The BlackSanta threat campaign targeting recruitment workflows
By Dr Aditya Sood of Aryaka
Today
Kernel in the crosshairs: The BlackSanta threat campaign targeting recruitment workflows
By Aditya K. Sood of Aryaka
Today
Why the next endpoint and SASE disruption will not come from a security vendor
By Chandrodaya Prasad of SonicWall
Yesterday
Upgrade advantage: More value, less effort for partners, MSPs & MSSPs
By Sarah Choi and Mahpara Banday of SonicWall
2 days ago
Bridging the gap: Cybersecurity breakthroughs and imbalances
By Chaitra Malladad of Workflo Solutions
Last week
Why real cyber protection is a continuous discipline
By Michael Crean of SonicWall
Last week
The future of work in 2026: Building the modern workspace
By Peter McLeavery of Cybit
Last month
From breach to recovery - 5 ways to prepare your IT team for the unexpected
By Al Kingsley MBE of NetSupport
Last month
Apex champions proactive firewall upgrades for MSPs
By Gaëlle Perrin of SonicWall
Last month
Interviews
Exclusive: SquareX's Audrey Adeline on why the browser is 'the new endpoint'
Discussing DevOps
Tue, 10th Jun 2025
Recent news
Fortinet unveils AI-driven cloud SOC & endpoint revamp
About Firewalls
Today
Fortinet unveils AI-driven FortiSOC for unified SOC ops
About Firewalls
Today
Acronis 2025 ESG report spotlights AI & emissions cuts
About Cloud Services
Yesterday
Radware's Alteon Protect brings cloud-scale ADC security
About Cloud Services
Yesterday
Google warns of surge in enterprise zero-day attacks
About Virtualisation
Last week
Hexnode debuts device-aware IdP to fuse identity & UEM
About Bring Your Own Device
Last week
Digital.ai unveils AI tool to harden mobile app builds
About iOS
Last week
Forcepoint adds ARIA AI assistant to Data Security Cloud
About Cloud Services
Last week
Structural stress rises for sysadmins in hybrid IT era
About IT service management
Last week
Climb, Sophos seal exclusive Irish cybersecurity deal
About Firewalls
Last week
Coruna exploit kit exposes risks for outdated iOS users
About Software Updates
Last week
MSPs warned as cyber criminals weaponise trusted access
About Cloud Services
Last week
TeamViewer enhances Microsoft Intune integration
About Workplace
Last week
Slow patching leaves SMB endpoints exposed for weeks
About Software Updates
Last week
Identity attacks dominate Expel's 2026 threat report
About Malware
Last week
Job moves
Omnissa adds Board Directors & new HR Chief for growth
Move at Cisco
Last month
OPSWAT names Jan Miller CTO to lead new Technology Centre
Move at OPSWAT
Last month
ControlUp adds product & alliances leaders to fuel growth
Move at Google
Last month
Recast names Jake Mosey chief product officer to boost Intune tools
Move at Microsoft
Thu, 8th Jan 2026
Acronis names Jo Holliday UK & Ireland General Manager
Move at Acronis
Thu, 8th Jan 2026
Paul Nannetti appointed Chair to lead Ekco's European growth
Move at IBM
Fri, 22nd Aug 2025
Tanium names Tara Ryan as Chief Marketing Officer for growth
Move at McAfee
Wed, 25th Jun 2025
Whip Around appoints new directors as global expansion accelerates
Move at Saatchi & Saatchi
Mon, 19th May 2025
Ekco appoints cloud industry veteran Ben Savage as CEO to drive next phase of growth
Move at Pure Storage
Thu, 15th May 2025
WatchGuard CEO Prakash Panjwani steps down as Vats Srivatsan named interim
Move at Palo Alto Networks
Tue, 13th May 2025
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