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The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) defines intrusion detection as, “the process of monitoring the events occurring in a computer system or network and analyzing them for signs of possible incidents, which are violations or imminent threats of violation of computer security policies, acceptable use policies, or standard security practices.” More organizations are using intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDPS) to reduce their risk of a data breach. An IDPS can block traffic from a malicious IP address and alert you of the activity. Not only will an IDPS minimize your risk of a data breach, but it also gives you greater visibility into your systems. Companies often invest millions in an IDPS only to find out – months or even years later – that it’s not working. But installing the technology doesn’t mean you are protected. Here are 10 questions you must ask to ensure that your IDPS is actually guarding your network. |
