Kaspersky MDR Enhances Automation and Incident Management, Accelerating Threat Response
Kaspersky has unveiled significant advancements in its Managed Detection and Response (MDR) solution, emphasizing enhanced automation and incident management capabilities. These developments are crucial as organizations face increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. The latest features not only improve security but also enable a quicker and more efficient response to incidents, addressing the pressing need for robust cybersecurity measures across various sectors.
Expanding the Reach of Kaspersky MDR
Kaspersky MDR has gained traction among organizations globally, spanning a diverse array of industries. In 2025, the solution identified an alarming average of three high-severity incidents daily, primarily driven by human activity. This marked a notable 22% reduction in response time compared to the previous year, as highlighted in a Global Report by Kaspersky Security Services. The enhanced efficiency can be attributed to advanced automation, an increase in detection rules, and the ongoing refinement of Kaspersky’s expert team.
As cyber threats evolve, Kaspersky acknowledges the necessity for continuous improvement in its solutions. This commitment is evident in the recent updates to Kaspersky MDR, aimed at enhancing its value and overall customer experience.
New Offerings for Industrial and Embedded Systems
The introduction of Kaspersky Embedded Systems Security 4.0 (KESS) and KICS for Nodes 4.5 features a unified MDR agent, specifically designed for embedded environments. This integrated approach simplifies the onboarding process and enhances manageability, facilitating faster and more reliable MDR deployment. In industrial settings, the new offering reduces operational complexity, bolsters resilience, and streamlines ongoing maintenance, thereby addressing the unique challenges faced by these sectors.
Enhanced Detection and Investigation Capabilities
Kaspersky MDR now incorporates improved container telemetry, thanks to Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Linux 12.4. This enhancement significantly boosts visibility into containerized environments, elevating threat detection accuracy and expediting the identification of risks within container infrastructures.
Additionally, Kaspersky MDR supports automated file transfers upon analyst request through Kaspersky Anti Targeted Attack 8.0 and Kaspersky Next EDR Expert 8.0. This advanced integration allows for the automatic sharing of relevant files, eliminating the need for manual end-user actions. The result is a streamlined collaboration process that accelerates incident investigations and enhances responses to targeted attacks.
Comprehensive Incident Management
MDR incidents can now be escalated directly from the MDR portal to the Kaspersky Global Emergency Response Team. This capability ensures thorough management of complex cyberattacks, encompassing everything from initial response and evidence collection to identifying the primary attack vector and formulating an effective mitigation strategy.
Furthermore, incidents can be automatically exported to Kaspersky SIEM 4.0 for advanced analysis and correlation with other security events. This enhancement broadens investigative capabilities while maintaining Kaspersky MDR as the central hub for incident management and response.
Improved Accessibility and Customer Experience
The latest updates also focus on improving accessibility and the overall customer experience. A new one-click incident escalation feature from Kaspersky Next EDR Expert to MDR empowers customers with greater control over incident management. This ensures rapid access to expert analysis and guidance during critical situations.
Kaspersky MDR now offers enriched incident notifications via Telegram, providing real-time updates that include priority levels, affected assets, tailored recommendations, and direct links to incidents. This feature allows customers to obtain vital information instantly without needing to log into the portal.
Moreover, the MDR portal has been optimized for mobile devices and tablets, ensuring comprehensive access to all core functionalities. These enhancements collectively empower customers to monitor incidents and manage their MDR services anytime and anywhere, significantly increasing operational agility.
Renat Turianov, Kaspersky MDR Product Owner, emphasized the company’s commitment to continuously enhancing its MDR services to stay ahead of evolving cyber threats. He stated that the latest updates integrate seamlessly with the Kaspersky product portfolio, offering smarter automation and new features that facilitate quicker and more precise responses. In today’s threat landscape, agility and precision are paramount.
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