Organizations can use endpoint protection software to enforce security policies, detect attacks, block in-progress attacks, and prevent data loss. Because endpoints connect to internal corporate networks, endpoint protection is also an important component of network security. There are many facets to endpoint protection, as threats can come from a variety of places. Common endpoint threat vectors include:

 

• Vulnerability exploits through a web browser

• Social engineering attacks via email that result in users opening malicious files or links

• Compromised USB devices

• Threats from shared file drives

• Usage of unsecured applications

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