Modern cyberattacks move faster than traditional security tools can respond, often slipping past signature‑based antivirus systems that depend on known threat patterns. This has made it imperative for antivirus software to predict, prevent, detect, and autonomously respond to threats in real time. This is exactly where SentinelOne’s Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solution excels.
In this blog, we break down how SentinelOne EDR works, why businesses choose it, and how Simoda helps organisations leverage this advanced technology to stay secure.
What Is EDR and Why Does It Matter? Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) is a security approach that continually monitors endpoint activity, detects suspicious behaviour, and provides real‑time insight into potential threats across laptops, desktops, mobile devices, IoT devices, and servers. It investigates the full threat lifecycle and helps teams understand how an attack happened and how to remediate it effectively
Endpoints remain among the most common targets for attackers, underscoring the critical role EDR plays in maintaining a robust security posture.
How SentinelOne EDR Works SentinelOne’s Singularity Platform uses AI, automation, and behavioural analysis to provide complete endpoint visibility and autonomous defence. Here’s a breakdown of its core capabilities:
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Behavioural AI for Real-Time Threat Detection
SentinelOne’s AI-driven detection engine sets it apart from legacy antivirus tools. Instead of relying on signatures, it uses both static and behavioural AI models to identify threats based on patterns and actions. This approach allows SentinelOne to detect zero‑day exploits, advanced persistent threats, and fileless malware by observing how processes behave rather than relying on a predefined list of malicious files. SentinelOne can instantly flag suspicious behaviours even when attackers deploy completely new or obfuscated techniques.
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Storyline™ and Automated Attack Correlation
SentinelOne’s Storyline™ technology further enhances visibility by automatically correlating events across endpoints, identities, and workloads. Rather than leaving analysts to manually assemble logs and alerts, Storyline™ creates a clear narrative of what happened, when it happened, and how different activities connect. This reduces investigation time significantly and gives teams a comprehensive view of each event. Simoda highlights that this clarity is one of the core reasons SentinelOne is so effective, as it provides deep context without overwhelming security teams with excessive raw data.
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Autonomous Response and Remediation
When SentinelOne detects a threat, it can take immediate action without waiting for human intervention. The platform can terminate malicious processes, isolate compromised devices from the network, and remove harmful artefacts. In cases of ransomware, SentinelOne can even roll systems back to a pre‑attack state, restoring operations quickly and minimising business disruption. This automation significantly reduces attacker dwell time and ensures threats are contained before they escalate.
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Full Endpoint Visibility
Effective security depends on understanding what is happening across all endpoints. SentinelOne provides rich insight into system‑level and identity‑based activity, helping detect subtle indicators of compromise such as unusual authentication attempts or unexpected privilege changes. This context gives security teams the awareness needed to identify vulnerabilities, detect malicious behaviour early, and maintain strong control over their environments.
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Lightweight Unified Agent
SentinelOne’s capabilities are delivered through a single, lightweight agent that supports Windows, macOS, and Linux. Because the agent performs analysis locally, it continues protecting devices even without continuous cloud connectivity. This is especially important for remote and mobile workforces, ensuring consistent security regardless of location or network conditions.
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AI‑Assisted Threat Hunting with Purple AI
The platform’s Purple AI engine allows analysts to ask natural-language questions and receive instant insights that streamline investigations. This advanced capability transforms work that once took hours into tasks completed in minutes, giving security teams the speed and efficiency required to stay ahead of modern cyber threats.
Strengthen Your EDR Strategy with Simoda Choosing the right endpoint detection and response platform is only part of building a strong cybersecurity posture, the real value comes from implementing it effectively, optimising it continuously, and aligning it with your wider security strategy.
That’s why we partner with organisations to design and deliver an EDR approach that is practical, scalable, and tailored to real-world threats. SentinelOne’s AI‑driven capability provides a powerful foundation, and Simoda ensures you get the maximum impact from it across your environment.
We work closely with your teams to understand your current security challenges, deployment needs, operational processes, and long‑term goals. From initial planning and technical rollout to fine‑tuning policies, integration, and ongoing optimisation, Simoda provides hands‑on expertise at every stage.
With our support, organisations gain a trusted partner who helps them evolve their security posture with confidence and clarity.
If you’re looking to strengthen your EDR strategy with SentinelOne, Simoda is ready to guide and support you throughout the journey.
Get in touch with Simoda today to discuss SentinelOne for your organisation.
