MetaDefender Endpoint by OPSWAT is a security application that functions as a client agent for monitoring and data collection on endpoint systems in IT and OT networks. Available in persistent and on-demand deployment models for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android, it gathers system, compliance, and security information, including endpoint vulnerabilities, anti-malware configuration, disk encryption status, and missing OS patches. Its technical capabilities are designed to protect devices from threats originating from peripheral and removable media using multiscanning with multiple antivirus engines, Deep Content Disarm and Reconstruction (CDR) for file neutralization, file-based vulnerability assessments, proactive Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and adaptive sandboxing.
The agent transmits collected information to a central cloud or on-premises management console to enable endpoint posture assessment and policy enforcement, supporting a zero-trust security model. This data facilitates Network Access Control (NAC), application control, and automated remediation across managed, BYOD, and IoT devices. The central console provides monitoring, risk scoring, and aggregated security reports for auditing and incident response. The system is designed to operate in both internet-connected and air-gapped environments and can function as a connector to link remote devices to enterprise instances.
