Endpoint Protection

Endpoint protection refers to the security solutions deployed on individual devices (endpoints) — laptops, desktops, servers, mobile devices — to protect them from malware, unauthorized access, and other threats. Modern endpoint protection has evolved far beyond traditional antivirus to include behavioral detection, application control, device control, and automated response capabilities.

Endpoint protection platforms (EPPs) and endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions work together to prevent known threats, detect novel attacks, and provide tools for investigation and remediation. Every endpoint in your CUI environment needs adequate protection.

Why It Matters

CMMC requires malicious code protection on all organizational systems. Deploying and properly managing endpoint protection across every device that handles CUI is a fundamental compliance requirement that assessors will verify.