Acronis Advanced Security + EDR
Proactive Detection and Automated Threat Response
Protect your organization against sophisticated cyberattacks with enterprise-grade EDR capabilities. Acronis Advanced Security + EDR combines real-time threat prevention, advanced behavioral analysis, and automated incident response in a unified platform. Detect, investigate, and respond to APT threats, ransomware, and zero-day attacks with unprecedented speed and precision. Deployed and supported by EnNube.com, Acronis Gold Partner.
AI-Powered Threat Detection
Machine learning identifies anomalous behavior and unknown attacks in real-time with 99.9% accuracy
Sub-Second Automated Response
SOAR automation stops threats in <1 second without human intervention through intelligent playbooks
Proactive Threat Hunting
Active search for hidden threats in your infrastructure using advanced indicators of compromise (IoCs)
Complete 360° Visibility
Cross-endpoint event correlation with deep telemetry of processes, network, registry, and memory
Why is EDR Critical in 2025?
68% of organizations suffered data breaches in 2024, with an average cost of $4.45M USD per incident. Traditional signature-based antiviruses only detect 45% of modern threats. EDR (Endpoint Detection and Response) is the necessary evolution: instead of only preventing known attacks, EDR detects anomalous behavior, identifies unknown attacks (zero-day), and responds automatically before they cause damage. Acronis Advanced Security + EDR combines next-generation prevention (NGAV) with enterprise EDR, protecting against ransomware, APTs (Advanced Persistent Threats), fileless attacks, and insider threats in real-time.
In today's threat landscape, attackers use sophisticated techniques that evade traditional solutions: polymorphic malware that changes its signature every minute, living-off-the-land attacks using legitimate system tools (PowerShell, WMI), ransomware that encrypts data in memory before writing to disk, and APTs that remain dormant for months before activating. Acronis EDR continuously monitors all endpoints, recording deep telemetry of processes, network, Windows registry, API calls, and memory behavior. When it detects anomalies (e.g., PowerShell.exe executing mass encryption commands), it triggers automated response: isolates the endpoint from the network, terminates malicious processes, reverts system changes, and alerts the SOC in seconds, not hours.
It's not just detection. It's prevention, detection, response, and unified recovery.
Malware detection rate (AV-Test certified)
Automated threat response time
Reduction in incident investigation time
False positives with tuned ML
Acronis Advanced Security + EDR by EnNube.com
See how Acronis Advanced Security + EDR combines comprehensive endpoint protection with advanced detection and response capabilities. Discover powerful tools to safeguard your critical assets and stay ahead of evolving threats.
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EDR Fundamentals: Beyond Traditional Antivirus
Understand the architecture and capabilities that make EDR indispensable
EDR represents a paradigm shift in endpoint security. While traditional antiviruses use signature-based detection (knowing the malware beforehand), EDR uses behavior-based detection and machine learning (identifying what is abnormal, not just what is known). This fundamental difference enables detection of zero-day threats, modern ransomware, and APTs that evade signatures.
Deep Endpoint Telemetry
Continuous forensic data collection
- Complete process execution logging (parent-child relationships, command lines, hashes)
- Network activity monitoring (outbound connections, protocols, ports, domains)
- Windows registry and file system changes (creation, modification, deletion)
- Memory activity (code injection, DLL hijacking, process hollowing)
- User behavior (anomalous logins, privilege escalation, sensitive data access)
- Data stored with 90-day retention for retrospective forensic analysis
AI Behavioral Analysis
Machine learning detects deviations from normal behavior
- Baseline of normal behavior per endpoint, user, and application
- Anomaly detection: processes that never execute certain commands (e.g., Word.exe → PowerShell)
- MITRE ATT&CK technique identification (Credential Dumping, Lateral Movement, Exfiltration)
- Cross-endpoint event correlation to detect distributed attacks
- Dynamic risk scoring (0-100) based on anomalous behavior severity
- Automatic ML model updates based on new global threats
SOAR Automated Response
Security orchestration without human intervention
- Network isolation of compromised endpoint (quarantine without shutting down)
- Termination of malicious processes and associated services
- Blocking of malicious files and hashes organization-wide
- Rollback of system changes (registry, files) to pre-attack state
- Automatic incident ticket creation with complete forensic evidence
- Customizable playbooks by threat type (ransomware, phishing, insider threat)
Proactive Threat Hunting
Active search for hidden threats
- SQL queries over historical telemetry from all endpoints
- Search by IoCs (Indicators of Compromise): IPs, domains, hashes, behavior patterns
- Persistence detection (scheduled tasks, registry run keys, WMI subscriptions)
- Living-off-the-land attack identification using native tools (PowerShell, WMIC, certutil)
- Attack timeline: complete kill chain reconstruction from entry point to exfiltration
- Pivot investigation: from one compromised endpoint, find others affected
EDR vs. Traditional Antivirus
| Característica | Antivirus Tradicional | Acronis EDR |
|---|---|---|
| Detection method | Known malware signatures | Anomalous behavior + ML + signatures |
| Zero-day detection | No (requires new signature) | Yes (detects malicious behavior) |
| Automated response | File quarantine only | Isolation, rollback, complete remediation |
| Attack visibility | Only detected malicious file | Complete kill chain, root cause analysis |
| Threat hunting | Not available | Proactive search with SQL queries |
| Data retention | No telemetry storage | 90 days of complete forensic data |
Multi-Layer Threat Detection Technologies
6 layers of defense working together for maximum coverage
Acronis EDR doesn't rely on a single detection technique. It combines 6 complementary technologies operating simultaneously, ensuring that if one layer is evaded, the others detect and stop the attack. This defense-in-depth architecture is essential against modern threats using multiple evasion techniques.
Static Analysis Engine
File analysis before execution
- Signature analysis of 500M+ known malware samples
- Static heuristics: detection of suspicious patterns without executing (e.g., code obfuscation, anti-debugging)
- Machine learning on file metadata (entropy, PE sections, imports, certificates)
- Reputation scoring based on global prevalence (unique files = higher suspicion)
Behavioral Analysis Engine
Runtime behavior monitoring
- Exploit mitigation: detection of exploitation techniques (buffer overflow, ROP chains, heap spraying)
- Ransomware behavior: mass file encryption, shadow copy deletion, network share enumeration
- Credential theft: detection of LSASS dumping, keylogging, clipboard hijacking
- Persistence mechanisms: detection of registry run keys, scheduled tasks, WMI event subscriptions
Machine Learning Models
AI trained with 500M+ malware samples
- Supervised learning on labeled malware dataset (goodware vs malware)
- Unsupervised learning to detect outliers (behavior never seen before)
- Deep learning on API call sequences (complex attack patterns)
- Neural networks for malware family classification (identify specific variant)
MITRE ATT&CK Mapping
Detection based on adversary tactics and techniques
- Coverage of 14 MITRE tactics (Initial Access, Execution, Persistence, Privilege Escalation, etc.)
- Detection of 200+ specific techniques (T1055 Process Injection, T1003 Credential Dumping, etc.)
- Technique correlation to identify complete campaigns (APT29, APT28, FIN7, etc.)
- Alerts prioritized by kill chain stage (Initial Access less critical than Exfiltration)
Threat Intelligence Integration
Real-time global threat feeds
- IoCs updated every 5 minutes: malicious IPs, C2 domains, malware hashes, phishing URLs
- Active threat campaigns: ransomware groups (LockBit, BlackCat), APT groups (Lazarus, Fancy Bear)
- In-the-wild exploited vulnerabilities (CVEs with public PoCs or active exploitation)
- OSINT correlation: mentions on dark web, hacker forums, Telegram channels
Forensics & Memory Analysis
Deep memory and forensic artifact analysis
- Memory scanning: detection of RAM-resident malware (fileless attacks)
- Code injection detection: DLL injection, process hollowing, reflective DLL loading
- Rootkit detection: analysis of SSDT hooks, IRP hooks, suspicious kernel drivers
- Artifact analysis: prefetch files, amcache, shimcache, jump lists, LNK files
Proven Effectiveness
99.9% malware detection | Zero false positives
Q1 2025 Certification
Advanced Threat Defense Certification
Annual renewal since 2019
100% in-the-wild malware detection
45 consecutive certifications
94% techniques detected | Top 5 vendors
2024 Evaluation
Acronis: Leader in Cyber Protection
As a pioneering force in the cybersecurity industry, Acronis has established itself as a trusted leader in providing comprehensive and innovative cyber protection solutions. With a deep understanding of the evolving threat landscape, Acronis has developed a suite of advanced security and data protection offerings to safeguard organizations of all sizes.
Acronis Cyber Protect is a comprehensive suite of integrated solutions that address the full spectrum of cybersecurity and data protection needs for modern businesses. By converging data protection, cybersecurity, and endpoint management into a single solution, Acronis empowers organizations to streamline their operations, reduce costs, and enhance their overall resilience against evolving threats.
Extended Detection and Response (EDR) Capabilities
Acronis Advanced Security + EDR empowers your organization with comprehensive extended detection and response (EDR) capabilities, enabling you to detect, investigate, and respond to advanced threats with unmatched efficiency.
Detect, Investigate, and Respond
Proactively detect, investigate, and respond to cybersecurity threats. Robust threat detection capabilities uncover malicious activity, enabling you to quickly identify and address potential risks before they escalate.
Continuous Threat Monitoring
Continuous threat monitoring and advanced analytics provide comprehensive visibility into your organization's security posture. Real-time threat detection and analysis empower your security team to stay ahead of emerging risks.
Automated Response
Automated incident response and remediation capabilities enable seamless and efficient management of security threats. Streamline the process of detecting, analyzing, and resolving security incidents.
Acronis Advanced Security + EDR: Key Features
Endpoint Protection
Comprehensive endpoint protection safeguards your business against a wide range of cyber threats. Robust vulnerability management capabilities identify and remediate security vulnerabilities across your IT infrastructure.
Threat Hunting
Empower your cybersecurity team to proactively hunt for threats and thoroughly investigate security incidents. Powerful capabilities uncover even the most sophisticated attacks.
Centralized Management
Unified dashboard for comprehensive cybersecurity management. Streamline security operations, gain complete network visibility, and generate detailed reports to demonstrate compliance.
Acronis Advanced Security + EDR: Benefits
Unlock the power of Acronis Advanced Security + EDR to transform your cybersecurity landscape. This comprehensive solution offers unmatched benefits that empower your business to stay ahead of evolving threats.
Enhanced Threat Detection
Enhanced threat detection capabilities and rapid response. Leveraging AI-powered advanced analytics, the solution continuously monitors your environment, proactively identifying suspicious activities and emerging threats.
Reduced Cybersecurity Risks
Significantly reduce cybersecurity risks and overall costs. Minimize the impact of potential breaches and avoid financial and reputational damages. The unified platform streamlines operations, reducing management overhead.
Increased Operational Efficiency
Streamline cybersecurity operations, enabling your team to work more efficiently. Automating threat detection, investigation, and response processes frees up valuable time and resources for strategic initiatives.
Improved Compliance
Maintain robust compliance and adhere to the latest regulatory requirements. Comprehensive visibility, automated controls, and detailed reporting help demonstrate your commitment to data privacy and security best practices.
Ideal Use Cases for Acronis EDR
Scenarios where EDR makes the difference between detection and breach
Ransomware Defense
Desafío:
Modern ransomware (LockBit, BlackCat) encrypts data in <30 minutes. Backups aren't enough if the attacker destroys them first.
Solución:
Acronis EDR detects ransomware behavior in seconds: mass encryption, shadow copy deletion, credential dumping. Automated response isolates endpoint, terminates malicious processes, and reverts changes before critical data encryption.
Resultados:
- Ransomware detection in <1 second vs 3-4 days industry average
- Automatic rollback of encrypted files to pre-attack state
- Zero data loss in 97% of detected ransomware incidents
PCI DSS Requirement 11.5 Compliance
Desafío:
PCI DSS 4.0 requires intrusion detection, file integrity monitoring, and documented incident response. Audits fail without evidence.
Solución:
EDR automatically complies: real-time FIM (File Integrity Monitoring), logs of all card data access, forensic incident evidence with chain of custody, pre-generated compliance reporting.
Resultados:
- PCI DSS audit approval without findings
- 80% reduction in audit preparation time
- Court-admissible forensic evidence if breach occurs
Insider Threat Detection
Desafío:
68% of breaches involve employees (malicious or negligent). Difficult to detect because they use legitimate credentials.
Solución:
EDR establishes baseline of normal behavior per user. Detects anomalies: off-hours data access, mass file downloads, unauthorized admin tool usage, transfers to USB/personal email.
Resultados:
- Detection of 91% insider threats vs 12% with traditional solutions
- Real-time alerts when employee accesses sensitive data without justification
- Complete timeline of user actions for investigation
Incident Response with External SOC
Desafío:
Organizations without internal SOC depend on external providers (MSSP). Without EDR, the MSSP has no endpoint visibility.
Solución:
EDR centralizes telemetry from all endpoints in console accessible by MSSP. MSSP threat hunters can search IoCs, investigate incidents, and execute remote response without physical site visits.
Resultados:
- 85% reduction in incident investigation time
- MSSP detects threats across multiple customers simultaneously (threat intelligence sharing)
- 24/7 response without internal SOC (savings of $250K+ annually)
Acronis: Trusted by Businesses Worldwide
Acronis has built a reputation as a global leader in cyber protection, trusted by businesses of all sizes across diverse industries. With a proven track record of delivering innovative security solutions, Acronis has earned the trust and confidence of organizations worldwide.
Unlock the full potential of Acronis' cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions to safeguard your business and elevate your security posture. Acronis' comprehensive suite of tools empowers you to detect, investigate, and respond to threats with unmatched efficiency, ensuring your organization's digital assets remain secure and resilient.
EDR Implementation Best Practices
Successful deployment in 5 phases
Implementing EDR requires careful planning. These 5 phases ensure deployment without operational impact and maximum effectiveness from day 1.
Discovery Phase (Week 1)
Complete endpoint inventory and objective definition
Actividades:
- Endpoint inventory: workstations, servers, laptops, VDI (automated discovery tool)
- Identification of critical systems requiring priority monitoring
- Use case definition: ransomware defense, compliance, insider threats, APT detection
- Review of existing security solutions (antivirus, firewall, SIEM) for integration
Entregables:
- Complete endpoint inventory
- Prioritized use cases
- Defined KPIs
Pilot Phase (Week 2-3)
Deployment on controlled group of 50-100 endpoints
Actividades:
- EDR agent installation on pilot group (IT workstations, test servers)
- Policy configuration in 'detect-only' mode (no automatic blocking)
- Baseline of normal behavior for 1 week (ML learning)
- Detection tuning: adjust sensitivity to minimize false positives
Entregables:
- Tuned detection policies
- Trained SOC
- Validated playbooks
Rollout Phase (Week 4-6)
Mass deployment by geographic/departmental phases
Actividades:
- Automated deployment via GPO, SCCM, Intune, or RMM tool
- Phased rollout: 25% week 1, 50% week 2, 100% week 3 (impact control)
- Performance monitoring: CPU, RAM, network bandwidth of EDR agent
- Automated response activation in production (after pilot validation)
Entregables:
- 100% protected endpoints
- Active automated response
- Complete SIEM integration
Optimization Phase (Week 7-8)
Fine-tuning based on production data
Actividades:
- False positive analysis: identify legitimate applications with anomalous behavior (whitelisting)
- ML model tuning based on feedback: mark alerts as true positive/false positive
- Use case expansion: add industry-specific threat detection
- Automated threat hunting query configuration (scheduled hunts)
Entregables:
- False positive rate <1%
- Automated threat hunting
- Executive dashboards
Maturity Phase (Monthly)
Continuous improvement and defense evolution
Actividades:
- Monthly proactive threat hunting: search for undetected latent threats
- Playbook updates based on new threats (MITRE ATT&CK mapping)
- Attack simulation (purple teaming) to validate detection: phishing, lateral movement, exfiltration
- MITRE ATT&CK coverage review: identify detection gaps and add rules
Entregables:
- MITRE ATT&CK coverage >90%
- Quarterly purple team exercises
- Demonstrated ROI
EDR ROI and Business Value
Financial justification with return in <6 months
Implementing Acronis EDR is not just a security investment, it's an investment in business continuity. Average ROI is 380% in 3 years, with investment recovery in 5.2 months according to Forrester Total Economic Impact study.
Costs of NOT Having EDR
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Data Breach Cost $4.45M USD
Average data breach cost in 2024 (IBM Cost of Data Breach Report)
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Ransomware Ransom $1.85M USD
Average ransomware payment + recovery cost in 2024
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Compliance Fines $15M USD
GDPR fines for failure to adequately protect personal data
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Manual Investigation Time $127K USD/year
Cost of analysts investigating incidents without EDR (80 hrs/month @ $160/hr)
Quantifiable Benefits of Acronis EDR
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Detection Time Reduction 73% faster
MTTD (Mean Time To Detect) reduced from 287 days to 77 days average
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Response Time Reduction 88% faster
MTTR (Mean Time To Respond) reduced from 16 hours to 1.9 hours average
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Ransomware Prevention 97% success rate
97% of ransomware attacks detected and stopped before data encryption
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Tool Consolidation 5 tools → 1
EDR replaces: antivirus, FIM, basic DLP, log management, incident response tool
ROI Calculation for 500-Endpoint Organization
ROI Total
Payback Period
NPV 3 Años
EnNube.com: Your Trusted Acronis Partner
As an Acronis Gold Partner, EnNube.com is your go-to expert for implementing and supporting Acronis Advanced Security + EDR solutions. With deep technical expertise and a proven track record, we ensure your business benefits from industry-leading cybersecurity and data protection.
Acronis Certified Professionals
Team of Acronis certified professionals with rigorous training and testing
Customized Deployment
Seamless implementation and comprehensive support tailored to your business requirements
Unmatched Implementation
Exceptional experience and commitment to delivering innovative cybersecurity solutions
Strategic Partnership
Leverage our deep understanding of Acronis products to enhance your cybersecurity
Partnership Services
Expert Deployment Excellence
Our team of Acronis certified experts will work closely with you to understand your unique business requirements and customize the solution to meet your specific needs.
Comprehensive Support
Deep expertise in deploying and supporting Acronis' comprehensive cybersecurity and data protection solutions. Dedicated to ensuring customers get the most out of advanced security and EDR capabilities.
Strategic Collaboration
Acronis and EnNube.com offer unmatched expertise and customized solutions to empower businesses with advanced security and data protection.
Success Stories with Acronis EDR
Real customer cases implemented by EnNube.com
Regional Bank Central America
Financial Services
1,200 endpoints (800 workstations + 400 servers)
Desafío:
PCI DSS Requirement 11.5 compliance (intrusion detection) failing audits. Legacy tools not detecting modern ransomware. Phishing incidents resulted in compromised credentials without detection.
Solución:
Complete Acronis Advanced Security + EDR implementation by EnNube.com in 6 weeks. Integration with existing SIEM (Splunk). Training of 8 SOC analysts. Deployment via GPO in Active Directory.
Resultados:
- PCI DSS audit approval without findings (first time in 3 years)
- Detection of LockBit ransomware in reconnaissance phase (before encryption)
- MTTD reduction from 14 days to 2.3 hours average
- False positive rate <0.5% after 2 weeks tuning
- Savings of $220K USD/year in tool consolidation (antivirus + FIM + IDS)
"Acronis EDR saved us from a ransomware attack that would have cost $3M+ in ransom and recovery. The investment paid for itself in the first detected incident."
— Carlos Méndez, CISO
University Hospital
Healthcare (HIPAA)
850 endpoints (600 clinical workstations + 250 administrative)
Desafío:
HIPAA compliance requires PHI (Protected Health Information) protection. Healthcare ransomware increased 94% in 2024. Unsupported legacy endpoints (Windows 7) difficult to protect.
Solución:
Acronis EDR with legacy system protection. Specific policies to protect PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System) and EMR (Electronic Medical Records). Automated response to isolate endpoints without affecting critical medical devices.
Resultados:
- Zero PHI data breaches in 18 months post-implementation
- Detection of Emotet on clinical workstation before lateral movement
- Windows 7 legacy protection without upgrade needed (EDR supports old OS)
- HIPAA Security Rule §164.308(a)(6) compliance (incident response) verified
- Savings of $1.2M USD in avoided HIPAA fines (previous breach cost $850K)
"In healthcare we can't take risks with security. Acronis EDR gives us complete visibility without disrupting clinical operations. Patients are safe, data too."
— Dr. Ana Rodríguez, Chief Medical Information Officer
International Law Firm
Professional Services
420 endpoints (380 workstations + 40 file servers)
Desafío:
Intellectual property protection (contracts, legal strategies) against insider threats. GDPR requires client data protection (EU citizens). Distributed workforce (50% remote) complicates monitoring.
Solución:
EDR with focus on integrated DLP (Data Loss Prevention). Monitoring of transfers to USB, email, cloud storage. Detection of anomalous access to sensitive documents. Monthly threat hunting by EnNube.com team.
Resultados:
- Detection of employee downloading 2,400 confidential documents before resigning
- Blocking of 37 data transfer attempts to competition
- GDPR Article 32 compliance (security of processing) verified by external auditor
- 82% reduction in data loss incidents (accidental or malicious)
- ROI of 420% in 18 months (avoiding a single IP loss justified investment)
"We discovered internal threats we would never have detected without EDR. EnNube.com's proactive threat hunting found an employee exfiltrating data 3 weeks before resigning."
— Roberto Sánchez, Managing Partner
What Our Customers Say
"After implementing Acronis EDR with EnNube.com, we finally have complete visibility into what happens on our endpoints. We detected a ransomware attack in early phase and avoided $2M+ in damages. The investment paid 10x in the first year."
Miguel Torres
IT Director
Multinational Corporation (Fortune 500)
"As CISO, I need to sleep soundly knowing we have defenses against modern threats. Acronis EDR detects what our previous antivirus never saw: fileless attacks, living-off-the-land, APTs. EnNube.com's team trained us and now our SOC operates like professionals."
Laura Martínez
Chief Information Security Officer
Regional Bank
"The difference between having and not having EDR is the difference between detecting a breach in 2 hours vs 287 days (industry average). Acronis EDR puts us in the group of organizations with world-class security. EnNube.com guided us every step."
Carlos Ruiz
VP of Technology
Leading E-commerce
Ready to Protect Your Organization with World-Class EDR?
Acronis Advanced Security + EDR implemented by EnNube.com, certified Gold Partner. Request a personalized demo or start a free 30-day evaluation in your environment.
- Free risk assessment (we identify gaps in your current security)
- POC (Proof of Concept) on 50 endpoints for 30 days
- Professional implementation with proven best practices
- 24/7 support in English by EnNube.com certified team
- SOC training included in implementation
- Optional monthly threat hunting (managed service)