FortiEDR by Fortinet is an advanced endpoint detection and response (EDR) solution that provides automated endpoint security with real-time protection capabilities. It integrates with the Fortinet Security Fabric and third-party solutions through connectors to create an extended detection and response (XDR) solution with FortiXDR. The system operates across workstations, servers, and cloud workloads, providing breach protection, malware prevention, threat detection, and automated incident response through customizable playbooks. FortiEDR uses a kernel-based lightweight agent with minimal system resource impact that enables better interoperability and evasion resistance. It delivers 24x7 monitoring of alerts and supports Windows, MacOS, and Linux operating systems with offline protection capabilities. The solution maintains minimal impact on device resources through limited metadata retention and compression techniques to reduce network traffic, CPU usage, memory, and disk space consumption. It combines attack surface reduction and next-generation antivirus (NGAV) capabilities, utilizing behavioral analysis to detect threats and prevent ransomware infections in both IT and OT environments.
