ManageEngine, the enterprise IT management division of Zoho Corporation, has announced a significant enhancement to its unified endpoint management and security (UEMS) platform, Endpoint Central. The latest update introduces endpoint detection and response (EDR) along with secure private access capabilities, further strengthening the platform’s ability to protect modern enterprise environments.

These new additions bring advanced, AI-powered threat detection, automated remediation, and Zero Trust-based access controls into a single platform. By verifying device trust before granting access to internal applications, Endpoint Central aims to reduce risks associated with compromised credentials and unauthorized access.

As organizations continue to support distributed workforces and expanding device ecosystems, endpoints have become a critical focal point for both operations and cybersecurity. However, many enterprises still depend on multiple disconnected tools for managing endpoints, securing systems, and enabling remote access. This fragmented approach often leads to inefficiencies and increases exposure to threats. At the same time, cybercriminals are leveraging AI-driven methods to launch more complex attacks, including ransomware campaigns. Traditional VPN-based models, which often grant broad network access after authentication, further amplify security concerns. To address these challenges, businesses are increasingly adopting unified, AI-enabled platforms that combine endpoint management, threat detection, and secure access. ManageEngine’s latest update aligns with this shift by consolidating these capabilities into a single, integrated solution.

According to Chirag Mehta, Vice President and Principal Analyst at Constellation Research, modern endpoint security requires faster detection and containment of threats, along with strict access controls. Integrating EDR with device trust-based access can significantly reduce attacker dwell time and limit the potential impact of breaches With the integration of EDR and secure private access, Endpoint Central enables IT and security teams to operate using a shared intelligence layer. The platform delivers unified telemetry that improves threat detection and investigation across multiple domains. It also supports direct remediation actions such as patch deployment and configuration hardening within existing endpoint management workflows. Powered by a lightweight agent and centralized console, the platform simplifies device management, incident response, and secure access enforcement.

Mathivanan Venkatachalam, Vice President at ManageEngine, highlighted that endpoints are increasingly becoming the control point for both security and access. He noted that the new capabilities are designed to help organizations transition from reactive defenses to a more proactive and resilient security posture, with faster threat detection and response.

  • Enhanced Endpoint Visibility and Investigation
    Provides deep insights into endpoint activities by correlating data across processes, files, registries, and network behavior. It also maps activities to MITRE ATT&CK techniques, enabling faster and more accurate threat analysis.

  • AI-Powered Threat Detection
    Uses behavioral analytics and artificial intelligence to identify advanced threats, including fileless malware and living-off-the-land attacks, helping organizations respond earlier.

  • Integrated Response and Remediation
    Allows teams to isolate affected devices, terminate malicious processes, restore files impacted by ransomware, and deploy patches—all from a unified console.

  • AI-Assisted Threat Analysis
    Supports analysts with contextual insights and relevant telemetry, making threat hunting more efficient and reducing response times.

  • Context-Aware Secure Access
    Enforces identity-based access policies for every request, ensuring that only trusted users and devices can access sensitive applications.

Endpoint Central continues to gain recognition from industry analysts and independent testing bodies. It has received AV-Comparatives’ Approved Business Product certification for its strong malware protection with minimal system impact. Additionally, ManageEngine has been positioned as a Challenger in the 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Endpoint Management Tools and recognized as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape for Unified Endpoint Management. The company was also the only vendor named Customers’ Choice in the 2025 Gartner Peer Insights Voice of the Customer report for endpoint management tools.

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