Endpoint encryption is a key part of a business’s security strategy, protecting sensitive data from unauthorized access. It encrypts or scrambles data on ‘endpoints’ such as laptops or smartphones. Further, endpoint encryption uses algorithms to alter readable data into an unreadable format unless a specific key is used. It also aids in compliance with data protection regulations, making it a necessity for organizations. The effectiveness of endpoint encryption has been heightened due to escalating cyber threats, especially targeting small businesses with softer cybersecurity defenses.
1 Million Devices Infected by Malwares Hosted on GitHub, Microsoft Warns
In December 2024, Microsoft Threat Intelligence identified a large-scale malvertising campaign (Storm-0408) that infected nearly one million devices globally, targeting both consumer and enterprise sectors
