Extended Detection and Response (XDR) is a modern security solution that integrates various security tools to provide a centralized view of an organization's security environment. Unlike traditional solutions like Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) and Security Orchestration Automation and Response (SOAR), which focus on logs and analysis, XDR emphasizes the endpoints themselves, extending the capabilities of Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) by incorporating data from Network Detection and Response (NDR) solutions.

XDR addresses several challenges in the evolving cybersecurity landscape, such as the increasing sophistication of cyberattacks and the growing number of endpoints due to IoT and remote work. It enables organizations to manage multi-pronged attacks more effectively and reduces the information overload that often burdens security teams, allowing them to respond to threats more efficiently.

Key components of an XDR solution include flexible integration with existing security tools, a centralized view of security data, machine learning for enhanced analysis, and automation to reduce the workload on security personnel. These features work together to provide a comprehensive approach to threat detection and response.