Q: Why use a SOC and a SIEM?

A: If your network has been compromised, you’d want to know immediately. That’s where the SOC and SIEM play a critical role. The SIEM collects data from across your network, while the SOC continuously analyzes this data and sends alerts when suspicious activity is detected. Their 24/7/365 monitoring aims to catch compromises early, before they escalate into full-blown breaches or data theft.

Q: EDR, XDR, MDR, MXDR? Which one?

A: Unless you have an in-house team available 24/7/365 to respond to threats, a managed solution is likely the best option. That’s where MDR or MXDR come in. When choosing between them, the key question is scope: do you only need to protect endpoints like computers, or do you also need to secure cloud platforms and services? Since most businesses rely on cloud tools like Microsoft 365, MXDR is often the smarter choice, offering around-the-clock protection and deeper visibility into your entire environment.

Q: Why use a vulnerability management system?

A: Failing to detect and fix vulnerabilities is like leaving the back door of a fortress wide open. No matter how strong the front gates are, if the whole perimeter isn’t secure, intruders will find a way in.

Q: What about immutability?

A: Immutability is critical for recovery. If your data is encrypted in a ransomware attack, would you rather pay a ransom and hope the attacker provides a decryption key, or restore safely from secure, tamper-proof backups? The FBI strongly advises against paying ransoms (source).

In addition to immutable backups, we also recommend tools like passwordless authentication, advanced email filtering, password managers, and strong data encryption to strengthen your overall security posture.

Q: Why is SASE important?

A: Because it ensures secure access to company resources. By making those resources accessible only through the SASE solution, it significantly reduces the attack surface, making it much harder for unauthorized users to gain access.

Q: Why educate my employees with Security Awareness Training?

A: Most successful attacks exploit human error, often through phishing. Even with significant investments in IT security tools, mistakes can still happen. The best way to reduce the risk is through ongoing employee education, helping your team recognize and avoid common threats.