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The Ultimate Guide to Endpoint Detection and Response

A curated Australian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR).

What to know about Endpoint Detection and Response

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.

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Recent Endpoint Detection and Response News

Bitdefender warns of AI 'vibeware' targeting India
Cloud Services

Bitdefender warns of AI 'vibeware' targeting India

Bitdefender flags AI-powered 'vibeware' malware blitz hitting Indian government targets, using niche languages to overwhelm defences.

Fri, 6th Mar 2026

Splashtop, Leader partner on secure remote access push
Encryption

Splashtop, Leader partner on secure remote access push

Splashtop taps Australian distributor Leader to push secure remote access and autonomous endpoint management for hybrid workforces.

Thu, 19th Feb 2026

McAfee warns Australians of AI-fuelled Valentine scams
Social Media

McAfee warns Australians of AI-fuelled Valentine scams

McAfee warns Australians AI-powered romance scams are surging ahead of Valentine's Day, with one in seven victims losing an average AUD $780.

Fri, 13th Feb 2026

Hugging Face used to spread Android trojan TrustBastion
Online Safety

Hugging Face used to spread Android trojan TrustBastion

Cybercriminals abused Hugging Face to host rapidly mutating TrustBastion Android malware stealing credentials across Asia-Pacific.

Fri, 30th Jan 2026

Tecala gains Microsoft security status, expands ISO
Cloud Services

Tecala gains Microsoft security status, expands ISO

Tecala secures Microsoft security partner status and broadens ISO 27001:2022 coverage to its Automation, Data and AI division ADA.

Tue, 27th Jan 2026

Hybrid work drives surge in device theft & visual hacks
Firewalls

Hybrid work drives surge in device theft & visual hacks

Hybrid work fuels surge in device theft and visual hacking, as Kensington warns cheap physical locks could avert multimillion‑dollar breaches.

Thu, 22nd Jan 2026

WatchGuard launches Open MDR to unify MSP security
Endpoint Protection

WatchGuard launches Open MDR to unify MSP security

WatchGuard unveils Open MDR, offering MSPs unified 24/7 threat detection and response across mixed security estates without tool rip-and-replace.

Fri, 16th Jan 2026

Borderless CS launches AI-driven SOC & MDR for cyber defence
Small Business

Borderless CS launches AI-driven SOC & MDR for cyber defence

Borderless CS unveils AI-driven SOC and MDR services offering 24/7 cyber defence to SMEs, governments, and enterprises amid rising cyber risks.

Fri, 28th Nov 2025

Acronis & OpSys launch local MDR services for Australian MSPs
Cloud Services

Acronis & OpSys launch local MDR services for Australian MSPs

Acronis partners with OpSys to launch local Managed Detection and Response services, enabling Australian MSPs to meet data sovereignty and security demands.

Fri, 28th Nov 2025

Borderless CS boosts affordable 24/7 cyber security for SMBs
Disaster Recovery

Borderless CS boosts affordable 24/7 cyber security for SMBs

Borderless CS offers affordable 24/7 managed cybersecurity services to SMBs, providing expert protection against rising digital threats and compliance support.

Fri, 21st Nov 2025

TeamViewer unveils AI agent Tia to automate routine IT support
Workplace

TeamViewer unveils AI agent Tia to automate routine IT support

TeamViewer launches Tia, an AI agent that autonomously detects and resolves routine IT issues, streamlining support while keeping complex cases for human teams.

Wed, 19th Nov 2025

Australian firms face rising data loss threats amid AI adoption
Cloud Storage

Australian firms face rising data loss threats amid AI adoption

Australian firms face rising data loss risks from human error and AI adoption, with 57% blaming staff mistakes amid surging data and security threats.

Thu, 13th Nov 2025

Borderless CS launches managed cyber security for healthcare
Cloud Services

Borderless CS launches managed cyber security for healthcare

Borderless CS has launched managed cybersecurity services for healthcare, offering 24/7 threat monitoring and compliance support to protect patient data and systems.

Wed, 12th Nov 2025

Exclusive: Rapid7's Craig Adams discusses AI's new role in defending cyberspace
Endpoint Protection

Exclusive: Rapid7's Craig Adams discusses AI's new role in defending cyberspace

As AI reshapes cyber defence, organisations adopt transparent, AI-driven tools to combat surging attacks and complex digital threats worldwide.

Wed, 5th Nov 2025

Trend Micro integrates with NVIDIA for enhanced AI data security
Microservices

Trend Micro integrates with NVIDIA for enhanced AI data security

Trend Micro partners with NVIDIA to enhance AI data security, integrating advanced detection and guardrails for safer, faster AI workload deployment.

Thu, 30th Oct 2025

SOTI unveils AI-driven upgrades for resilient Australian healthcare
Endpoint Protection

SOTI unveils AI-driven upgrades for resilient Australian healthcare

SOTI upgrades its AI-driven platform to boost device management and security in Australian healthcare, addressing legacy system challenges and enabling better patient care.

Tue, 28th Oct 2025

Bitdefender & CYPFER unite to strengthen global cyber recovery
Business Continuity

Bitdefender & CYPFER unite to strengthen global cyber recovery

Bitdefender partners with CYPFER to enhance cyber recovery, integrating forensic and incident response into its cybersecurity services worldwide.

Thu, 23rd Oct 2025

Ransomware surge exploits VPN flaws & Microsoft 365 logins in APAC
Ransomware

Ransomware surge exploits VPN flaws & Microsoft 365 logins in APAC

Ransomware attacks exploiting VPN flaws and Microsoft 365 logins surge in APAC, with hackers bypassing MFA via stolen credentials and unpatched systems.

Wed, 22nd Oct 2025

Acronis & CyberCert partner to streamline SMB cybersecurity
Small Business

Acronis & CyberCert partner to streamline SMB cybersecurity

Acronis teams up with CyberCert to help Australian MSPs streamline SMB cybersecurity certification via a unified platform meeting SMB1001 standards.

Thu, 2nd Oct 2025

Arctic Wolf upgrades Threat Intelligence Plus for broader integration
Endpoint Protection

Arctic Wolf upgrades Threat Intelligence Plus for broader integration

Arctic Wolf has enhanced Threat Intelligence Plus to deliver real-time, high-fidelity threat feeds for broader integration across security tools, improving cyber defence.

Thu, 18th Sep 2025