#55 - I have more Agents than the FBI
Dec 03, 2021•17 min•Ep. 55
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Episode description
On this episode of CISO Tradecraft you can learn all about Software Agents. Specifically we discuss: What does an Agent do, Why is an Agent helpful, and the 7 common types of Software Agents you would expect to find in large IT organizations. Also, if you stick to the end you can also learn about Secret Agents (ie Agentless).
7 Common Software Agents are:
- Endpoint Configuration Agents - Tools like Microsoft Endpoint Manager or SCCM
- Mobile Device Managers - Tools like Microsoft Intune or Google Endpoint Management
- Vulnerability Agents - Tools like Qualys or Nessus
- Antivirus Agents - Tools like McAfee or Symantec
- Endpoint Detection & Response Agents - Tools like Crowdstrike or Carbon Black
- Data Loss Prevention Agents - Tools like Forcepoint or GTB Technologies
- Privilege Access Management Agents - Tools like BeyondTrust or CyberArk
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