How do you enable the Next-Gen Antivirus Early Access program?
Our early access program is now being rolled out phase-by-phase to our existing users. Once eligible, the Next-Gen Antivirus tab will appear. We recommend you contact support to gain immediate access.
Do we have to deploy another agent?
No we do not have to deploy an additional agent, as the existing Endpoint Central agent seamlessly supports Next-Gen Antivirus. NGAV features are available out of the box and can be utilized immediately upon enabling the Early Access program.
What are the operating systems supported by Next-Gen Antivirus?
Next-Gen Antivirus is currently available for the the Windows OS versions: Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8.1 and Windows 8.
Is Next-Gen Antivirus part of the standard licensing for the Endpoint Central security edition, or will it require a separate licensing fee after the Early Access program ends ?
Next-Gen Antivirus will not incur costs until the end of the Early Access program. After this period, users will receive a free six-month extension. To continue using Next-Gen Antivirus beyond the early access phase, a subscription fee will be required before the program concludes. It's important to note that Next-Gen Antivirus is not included in the Endpoint Central security edition and will be available for separate licensing in the future.
What is Next-Generation Antivirus (NGAV)?
Next-Generation Antivirus (NGAV) is an advanced cybersecurity solution designed to detect and prevent advanced threats like ransomware, fileless malware, and zero-day attacks. Unlike traditional antivirus, NGAV uses artificial intelligence, machine learning, and behavioral analysis to identify suspicious activities and mitigate threats.
How does Next-Generation Antivirus (NGAV) work?
NGAV uses a combination of advanced techniques, including:
- Behavioral Analysis: Monitoring programs for unusual activities.
- Machine Learning: Continuously improving threat detection by learning from past attacks.
- Leveraging real-time threat intelligence to stay updated on emerging threats. This enables NGAV to detect and block threats that traditional antivirus may miss.
Why is traditional antivirus considered outdated?
Traditional antivirus relies on signature-based detection, which requires known threat patterns to identify malware. It struggles to detect modern threats like:
- Polymorphic malware that changes its code to evade detection.
- Fileless malware that doesn’t leave a file trace.
- Zero-day vulnerabilities for which no patches exist. NGAV addresses these limitations by using proactive detection methods to adapt to evolving threats.
What are the key differences between NGAV and traditional antivirus?
NGAV offers features such as real-time monitoring, behavioral analytics, and threat intelligence, whereas traditional antivirus focuses mainly on signature-based scanning.
Is NGAV better than traditional antivirus?
Yes, NGAV provides a more comprehensive and proactive approach to cybersecurity, especially against advanced and evolving threats.
What are the advantages of NGAV for endpoint protection?
NGAV provides robust endpoint security by:
- Preventing advanced malware attacks.
- Offering real-time incident response.
- Reducing reliance on manual updates or human intervention.