Antivirus software and firewalls are among the most common methods used to prevent cyberattacks in companies. Antivirus software detects and removes viruses on computers and
Firewalls monitor incoming and outgoing network traffic and filter out viruses usa telegram data that try to penetrate networks or devices. They block unauthorized intrusion attempts and thus prevent attacks at an early stage. Most operating systems such as macOS or Windows offer their own firewalls.
Antivirus software and firewalls were already used by most companies before the crisis. The crisis led to many applications being used for the first time. VPN software in particular saw a big increase. Applications such as Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), which were previously little used, were also purchased during COVID-19 to reduce cyberattacks on German companies.