The Ultimate Guide to Extended Detection and Response
A curated UK edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Extended Detection and Response (XDR).
What to know about Extended Detection and Response
Extended Detection and Response (XDR) represents a transformative approach in cybersecurity aimed at enhancing threat detection, investigation, and response across a wide range of digital environments and data sources. This approach integrates multiple security products into a cohesive system, leveraging automation and AI to provide more comprehensive protection against evolving cyber threats. Readers will find detailed insights into how leading cybersecurity companies are advancing XDR technologies to improve enterprise security, particularly in hybrid cloud environments and against sophisticated attack techniques.
The recent stories highlight the rapid evolution and adoption of XDR solutions worldwide, including partnerships, new product launches, and integration of AI-driven capabilities. These developments illustrate the increasing reliance on XDR to address complex threat landscapes, such as ransomware, stolen credentials, and hybrid attacks, while also emphasizing the challenges organizations face in fully harnessing its potential. Exploring these stories offers valuable perspectives on how cybersecurity strategies are adapting with XDR to enhance visibility, automate responses, and fortify defenses for enterprises of all sizes.
UK Extended Detection and Response News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
LMNTRIX appoints Kevin Wright to lead UK growth
Growing demand for managed detection and response is driving the company's UK expansion as boards face tougher resilience expectations.
How does AI improve the speed of threat hunting?
AI cuts hunt times from about an hour to under 20 minutes by automating evidence gathering and turning plain language into queries.
LevelBlue buys Fortra Alert Logic MDR services arm
LevelBlue to acquire Fortra Alert Logic managed services arm and form long-term tech partnership to expand MDR and XDR security reach.
Cybersecurity burnout puts UK organisations at risk
Burnout and alert fatigue among UK cyber teams are quietly eroding defences, leaving organisations exposed as attacks intensify.
NCC Group to secure 21X's regulated digital asset bourse
NCC Group will secure 21X's EU-licensed digital asset exchange with managed detection, response and incident handling services.
The cybersecurity warning signs you can't afford to miss
Ignoring subtle cybersecurity warning signs can lead to serious breaches; proactive tools and expert oversight are key to detecting threats early and protecting your business.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Extended Detection and Response
Expert Columns
Your Immune System Doesn't Wait. Neither Should Your Security
Turning security into a story: How managed service providers use reporting to drive retention and revenue
How does AI improve the speed of threat hunting?
Saving the weekend: How SonicWall's SonicSentry SOC stopped a Saturday night cyberattack
Secure by default: Moving beyond secure by design
Bridging the gap: Cybersecurity breakthroughs and imbalances
Solving the '3 AM Problem' with 24/7 cyber defence
SonicWall pushes unified automation for faster cyber defence
Rethinking security architecture with adversary frameworks
The cybersecurity warning signs you can't afford to miss
Recent Extended Detection and Response News
Sophos Endpoint integrated with Taegis after USD $859m deal
Sophos integrates its Endpoint protection with Taegis MDR and XDR services after acquiring Secureworks for USD $859m, enhancing security and cutting costs.
Group-IB & Infraforce unite to boost DACH cyber services
Group-IB partners with Infraforce to enhance cybersecurity services for midmarket and enterprise firms in Germany and the wider DACH region.
Sophos partners with Capsule to streamline cyber insurance for SMBs
Sophos has teamed up with Capsule to simplify cyber insurance for SMBs, offering discounted premiums linked to Sophos cybersecurity solutions via MSPs.
Assured Data Protection launches Innovation Team for global growth
Assured Data Protection forms Innovation Team to expand disaster recovery and cyber resiliency services globally, led by Tony Giannini and UK experts.
Westcon-Comstor launches managed SOC solution for Cisco partners
Westcon-Comstor launches a managed SOC solution powered by Cisco XDR, enabling UK and EMEA partners to offer cybersecurity services without hefty infrastructure costs.
Six Degrees partners with Northamber to boost cyber security
Six Degrees has teamed up with Northamber to bolster its Managed Cyber Security Services, offering robust solutions to over 5,000 reseller partners.
Expel boosts SIEM capabilities with expanded compliance focus
Expel has expanded its security information and event management capabilities, introducing a low-cost data lake to enhance compliance and security for customers.
Vectra AI appoints Taj El-Khayat to boost EMEA growth
Vectra AI has appointed Taj El-Khayat as Vice President of EMEA Partner Sales and Alliances to boost its cybersecurity services across the region.
NeXasure & Atsign sign bilateral cybersecurity deal
Customers can now buy bundled network design and AI threat detection as the firms aim to widen reach in enterprise and government markets.
CrowdStrike launches Falcon Guardian for AI agents
The new tools aim to curb prompt injection, data leakage and rogue AI activity as firms deploy agents with wider system access.
Commvault links recovery actions into CrowdStrike SOAR
Joint users can now automate cyber recovery steps during incidents, cutting handoffs and helping preserve clean backup points for ransomware response.
CrowdStrike lifts outlook after record ARR quarter
Strong demand for its Falcon platform and AI security tools helped CrowdStrike lift full-year guidance after record quarterly ARR growth.
Google Cloud urges stronger cyber basics amid AI attacks
As attackers use AI to speed up phishing and malware, companies are being told that multi-factor authentication and patching matter more than ever.
Barracuda finds average web app has 20 security flaws
Basic security lapses are leaving web apps exposed, with Barracuda saying routine misconfigurations account for most of 20 flaws per site.
ESET brings private scanning tools to AWS Marketplace
AWS customers can now buy ESET's file-scanning software through existing accounts, speeding deployment for cloud security teams across three regions.
eScan rewards top channel partners with Thailand trip
The trip aims to keep resellers aligned as cyber security demand shifts and vendors rely on local partners for sales and support.
Proofpoint joins Google security programme as partner
Businesses can now tie email and collaboration defences into Google Cloud, as Proofpoint gains formal backing for tighter security integration.
Proofpoint launches OEM programme for security vendors
Partners can now embed threat intelligence and exploit detection into their tools, as Proofpoint formalises years of OEM deals into a single programme.
Cato partners with CrowdStrike on security workflow
Security teams will gain a single workflow for incidents as the new tie-up links network and endpoint telemetry across investigations, hunting and visibility.
Barracuda buys Evo Security to bolster MSP identity tools
The deal gives managed service providers a broader way to control identities across customer systems as attacks on credentials and privileges rise.