Endpoint risk management has emerged as a critical concern for organizations across the globe. With the proliferation of devices accessing corporate networks—ranging from managed and unmanaged devices to BYOD policies—the complexity of ensuring a secure environment has significantly increased. Traditional security measures, including Mobile Device Management (MDM), Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) solutions, and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) platforms, while essential, are facing new challenges that require a more nuanced approach. IT and security professionals require a robust framework for enhancing security postures in even the most well-equipped environments.

The Shortcomings of Current Endpoint Security Practices

Despite advancements in MDM/UEM solutions and EDRs, several critical gaps remain, leading to vulnerabilities in the organizational security fabric. These include:

• Misconfigurations: Often due to human error or oversight, leaving devices susceptible to exploitation.
• Configuration Drift: Over time, devices may drift from their original secure state due to updates or changes, unintentionally introducing risks.
• Unmanaged Devices: Devices that are not covered by organizational security policies yet have access to corporate resources.
• Individual Anomalies: Unique vulnerabilities introduced by specific device configurations or user behaviors.

These gaps highlight the limitations of relying solely on traditional security measures, which often focus on well-defined threats and known vulnerabilities rather than adapting to the evolving threat landscape.

The Case for Zero Trust Device Security

Zero trust device security policy represents a paradigm shift in endpoint risk management. In this framework organizations commit to a baseline where no device is assumed secure based on past checks or compliances. Instead, the security posture of each device is continuously evaluated, ensuring that access to organizational resources is granted only when a device is confirmed to be in a secure state at the moment of access.

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According to a recent study, 70% of breaches originate at the endpoint, highlighting the critical need for more effective security measures. Furthermore, the average cost of a data breach has risen to $4.45 million, underscoring the financial implications of inadequate security practices.

Introducing Device360: Bridging the Gap

Recognizing the limitations of existing solutions and the need for a comprehensive approach to endpoint security, Beyond Identity introduces Device360. Specifically designed to address the gaps in traditional endpoint security measures, Device360 leverages the principles of Zero trust device security to provide unparalleled visibility and control over the security posture of every device accessing corporate resources.

Device360 offers:

• Continuous assessment of device security posture, ensuring real-time compliance with organizational security policies.
• Identification and remediation of misconfigurations, configuration drift, unmanaged devices, and individual anomalies.
• Integration with Beyond Identity’s phishing-resistant continuous multi-factor authentication solutions, reinforcing the security of access decisions.

As organizations navigate the complexities of modern cybersecurity, adopting zero trust device security frameworks, made simple with solutions like Device360, offers a proactive approach to securing the ever-expanding perimeter of corporate networks. By addressing the critical gaps left by traditional device security measures, Device360 empowers organizations to maintain a robust security posture in the face of evolving threats, ensuring that every device access is a secure one.