What is a detection tool?
A detection tool is a software program or hardware device designed to identify, monitor, or report the presence or activities of specific elements in a given environment. These tools are widely used in various fields, including cybersecurity, network monitoring, threat detection, air quality assessment, and more.
In cybersecurity, for example, detection tools are used to identify potential threats such as malware, intrusion attempts, suspicious user behavior, and more. These tools may include antivirus software, intrusion detection systems (IDS), vulnerability assessment tools, log management tools (SIEM), and others.
In other fields, detection tools can be used to monitor air quality in industrial environments, detect the presence of toxic gases, monitor temperatures in storage warehouses, and more.
In this article, we will focus exclusively on detection tools for corporate cybersecurity.
Why install a detection tool?
Installing a detection tool is crucial for preventing attacks and protecting IT systems against online threats. These tools continuously monitor the IT environment, detecting suspicious activities, abnormal behavior, and early signs of intrusions or attacks. By quickly identifying potential threats, detection tools enable security teams to respond promptly and neutralize attacks, thereby reducing the risk of damage to data, systems, and the company’s reputation.
In addition, detection tools provide essential visibility into security activities, allowing organizations to better understand trends and patterns in cyber threats and to adjust their security strategy accordingly.
Finally, it is important to be able to detect malicious activities in order to comply with regulations such as the NIS 2 Directive (Network and Information Systems). This directive aims to strengthen the security of networks and information systems within the European Union by imposing strict requirements.
What are the main detection tools?
In a world where cyber threats are constantly evolving, the diversity of cybersecurity solutions has become essential for effectively protecting organizations. EDR (Endpoint Detection and Response) offer granular visibility into suspicious activities at the endpoint level, enabling early threat detection and rapid incident response. NDR (Network Detection and Response) complement this approach by monitoring network traffic to detect malicious behavior that might go unnoticed at the endpoint level. XDR (Extended Detection and Response) go even further by integrating detection and response across multiple threat vectors, providing broad visibility and coverage across the entire IT infrastructure.
Les SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) allow organizations to collect, aggregate, and analyze security data from various sources, thereby providing a centralized and contextualized view of security events. This holistic approach makes it possible to detect emerging threats and take corrective actions quickly. SOAR (Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response) further enhance this capability by orchestrating and automating security processes, thereby accelerating the detection, investigation, and response to incidents.
Finally, CASB (Cloud Access Security Broker) have become essential for securing data and applications in rapidly expanding cloud environments. They enable organizations to monitor and control access to cloud services, enforce security policies, and detect suspicious or non-compliant activities. By combining these various solutions, organizations can benefit from a multilayered and comprehensive approach to cybersecurity, thereby strengthening their security posture and their ability to respond to digital threats.
How can these tools be combined to best secure my business?
If your company’s security is not fully in place, you can still use one or more of these tools to maximize your detection capabilities and, most importantly, your ability to respond after an intrusion into your information system. To achieve this, certain combinations are particularly effective:
To effectively combine EDR (Endpoint Detection and Response) and NDR (Network Detection and Response), it is important to integrate their detection and response capabilities to gain comprehensive visibility into threats. EDR focuses on suspicious activities at the endpoint level, while NDR monitors network traffic to detect malicious behavior. By combining the two, security teams can identify threats both at the endpoint and network levels, enabling earlier detection and faster response to incidents.
To integrate XDR (Extended Detection and Response) and SIEM (Security Information and Event Management), it is essential to leverage the advanced correlation and analysis capabilities of SIEM systems to aggregate security data from various sources—including endpoints, networks, and cloud applications. XDR provides extended visibility into threats, while SIEM offers a centralized and contextualized view of security events. By combining the two, security teams can detect emerging threats, assess their potential impact, and take appropriate corrective actions.
When it comes to integrating SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) with SOAR (Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response), SIEM provides a centralized view of security events, while SOAR enables the orchestration and automation of security processes in response to those events. By combining them, security teams can automate repetitive tasks, coordinate incident responses, and accelerate the detection, investigation, and resolution of threats.
How can I get support during this process?
To get support in the process of combining and integrating these security tools, you can consider several approaches :
- Engager des consultants en sécurité
Specialized cybersecurity consultants can help you assess your needs, design an integrated security architecture, and implement the appropriate solutions. They can provide technical expertise and strategic guidance to ensure effective deployment.
At Phishia, we support businesses in selecting the best detection and incident response tools, all the way through to installation and long-term monitoring of these solutions.
- Collaborating with solution providers
Security solution providers can help you choose the products and technologies best suited to your needs. They can also assist with the integration and configuration of these solutions to ensure optimal use within your IT environment.
