#55 - I have more Agents than the FBI

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:

1. Endpoint Configuration Agents - Tools like Microsoft Endpoint Manager or SCCM
2. Mobile Device Managers - Tools like Microsoft Intune or Google Endpoint Management
3. Vulnerability Agents - Tools like Qualys or Nessus
4. Antivirus Agents - Tools like McAfee or Symantec
5. Endpoint Detection & Response Agents - Tools like Crowdstrike or Carbon Black
6. Data Loss Prevention Agents - Tools like Forcepoint or GTB Technologies
7. Privilege Access Management Agents - Tools like BeyondTrust or CyberArk