It's Time to Update Your Endpoint Security

This new endpoint security version brings in new features to help our clients strengthen the security of their systems where our endpoint protection solutions are used. For our partners and MSPs, this release allows them to enhance the protection provided to their clients. Let's take a closer look at all the new capabilities included:

• Endpoint Access Enforcement to reduce infections through lateral movements by monitoring and blocking connections from computers with high risk. 
• Block the load of vulnerable drivers to prevent hackers from accessing trusted drivers to disable the agent and the protection.
• Isolation for Linux endpoints denies all communications to and from isolated computers except those required to perform any action from the Endpoint Security product web console, such as containment, remediation, or remote forensic analysis.
• Network Access Enforcement for Android allows network administrators to enable Android devices to check for appropriate endpoint security services before allowing a connection to a corporate network.
• Management of programs that use AMSI technology provides the ability to disable and exclude processes for programs that might cause performance issues.
• Risk exclusion management to manage which file, folder, or extension exclusions do not impact computer risk calculation. 

We keep working on adding new features to provide a more comprehensive approach to our customers. Please reach out to the WatchGuard team if you have any questions or want to get started on delivering simplified security solutions.

- The WatchGuard Team -

This new endpoint security version includes a series of capabilities to better protect customer systems and streamline partners' management processes and operations. It's tailored to meet the evolving needs of all clients, ensuring WatchGuard users stay ahead in the dynamic world of cybersecurity. Let's take a closer look at all the new functionalities included in this version:

• Selective Patch Installation: Choose which devices receive patches, customizing security per user needs.
• Patch Testing Groups: Test patches on selected groups before broader deployment, ensuring system compatibility.
• Enhanced Patch Installation Insights: Deeper visibility into the patch installation status and history.
• Web Access Control Against Generative AI: Block URLs related to generative AI. New filter categories: Generative AI – Text & Code, Generative AI – Multimedia, Generative AI – Conversation and Other AI ML Applications.
• Endpoint Security Agent Installation: FireCloud and NDR deployments now include our endpoint security agent installation.
• Improved Visibility and Control: Easily distinguish users with the Patch Management module and quickly identify patch installation errors.

We keep working on adding new features to provide a more comprehensive approach to our customers. Please reach out to the WatchGuard team if you have any questions or want to get started on delivering simplified security solutions.

- The WatchGuard Team -

On November 28, 2023, we advised you to upgrade all TDR Host Sensor installations to EDR Core or another WatchGuard Endpoint Security solution. We at WatchGuard understand the importance of continuous security improvement, and with that in mind, we introduced EDR Core as the successor to TDR Host Sensors. We're excited to announce that the transition to EDR Core is complete, paving the way for the official shutdown of the TDR infrastructure.

What Does This Mean for You?

We understand that transitioning from the familiar to something new can be daunting. However, we've worked diligently to ensure a smooth and seamless migration for all our customers, providing extensive resources to facilitate the transition to EDR Core. 

With the TDR infrastructure shutting down, there is one last task. Within March, you should remove any automated installers you might have, such as helper agents, as part of remote management tools, or as operating system images. 

For Further Information

We appreciate your continued trust in WatchGuard. If you have any questions or concerns about the TDR shutdown or EDR Core, please don't hesitate to contact your WatchGuard sales representative.