Dell introduces a tool to protect PCs from BIOS attacks when working remotely
Dell has just launched a completely new security service called SafeBIOS Events and Indicators of Attack, designed to help protect Dell computers from network-level BIOS attacks.
Speaking about the reason for the launch of the tool, representatives of the US computer manufacturer noted that cybercriminals are "making subtle changes to their attacks to gain access and control over point systems." finally, with the ultimate goal of stealing the victim's important data ". Especially in the current context, when more and more people have to use remote working programs due to concerns about COVID-19 pandemic.
To enhance endpoint security in general, Dell's new SafeBIOS Events and Indicators of Attack (IoA) tool provides organizations and security management teams with the ability to check security status on computers. of employees by detecting and listing every change in the BIOS configuration - a contributing factor that identifies traces of potential attacks.
In addition, this tool uses a behavior based system to detect advanced endpoint threats. Dell explains the importance of BIOS security as follows:
"BIOS security is especially important because the compromised BIOS will pave the way for an attacker to gain access to all data on the endpoint system, including high value targets like authentication or financial data: In the worst case scenario, an attacker can take advantage of the compromised BIOS to move around the organization network and continue to attack the information technology infrastructure. wider ".
When the tool detects a potential threat, it sends an alert to the security department in the management system, helping experts give feedback before an attack occurs.
Dell's BIOS security tool is available to download for all Dell commercial PC models worldwide.
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