Frequently Asked Questions – ArmourZero | Help Center

Our answers to frequently asked questions about Endpoint Next-Gen Antivirus powered by Crowdstrike.

What is Next-Generation Antivirus (NGAV)?

Next-Generation Antivirus (NGAV) uses a combination of artificial intelligence, behavioral detection, machine learning algorithms, and exploit mitigation, so known and unknown threats can be anticipated and immediately prevented. NGAV is cloud-based, which allows it to be deployed in hours instead of months, and the burden of maintaining software, managing infrastructure, and updating signature databases is eliminated.

What is the technology provider for Next-Generation Antivirus (NGAV) and why ArmourZero choose them?

ArmourZero Endpoint Next-Gen Antivirus (NGAV) is powered by CrowdStrike. CrowdStrike is the pioneer of cloud-delivered endpoint protection. CrowdStrike Falcon has revolutionized endpoint security by being the first and only solution to unify next-generation antivirus, endpoint detection and response (EDR), and a 24/7 threat hunting service — all delivered via a single lightweight installer (agent). Using its purpose-built cloud-native architecture, CrowdStrike collects and analyzes more than 30 billion endpoint events per day from millions of sensors deployed across 176 countries. The unique benefits of this unified and lightweight approach include immediate time-to-value, better performance, reduced cost and complexity, and better protection that goes beyond detecting malware to stop breaches before they occur.

What's covered in Endpoint Next-Gen Antivirus powered by Crowdstrike?

Endpoint Next-Gen Antivirus provides comprehensive and proven prevention against malware and malware-free attacks, whether endpoints are online or offline. The capabilities include the ability to identify known malware; machine learning for unknown malware; exploit blocking; and exclusive indicator of attack (IOA) behavioral techniques. Endpoint Next-Gen Antivirus powered by Crowdstrike allows organizations to confidently replace their existing legacy AV solution with a comprehensive solution that includes real-time visibility and provides the context for all threat activity.

Can Endpoint Next-Gen Antivirus powered by Crowdstrike protect endpoints if they are not connected to the cloud?

Yes, indeed, the Endpoint Next-Gen Antivirus powered by Crowdstrike installer (sensor) that runs on each endpoint includes all the prevention technologies required to protect the endpoint, whether it is online or offline. Those technologies include machine learning to protect against known and zero-day malware, exploit blocking, hash blocking, and CrowdStrike’s behavioral artificial intelligence heuristic algorithms, known as Indicators of Attack (IOAs).

What is the supported OS for Endpoint Next-Gen Antivirus powered by Crowdstrike?

You can read more about the supported operating systems in the following articles:-

Can I use Endpoint Next-Gen Antivirus powered by Crowdstrike to replace my current AV solution?

Yes, Endpoint Next-Gen Antivirus powered by Crowdstrike allows organizations to confidently replace their existing legacy AV solutions. Incorporating identification and prevention of known malware, machine learning for unknown malware, exploit blocking and advanced Indicator of Attack (IOA) behavioral techniques, Endpoint Next-Gen Antivirus powered by Crowdstrike protects against attacks whether your endpoints are online or offline. Falcon Prevent also features integration with Windows System Center, for those organizations who need to prove compliance with appropriate regulatory requirements.

Can Endpoint Next-Gen Antivirus powered by Crowdstrike block attacks?

Yes, Endpoint Next-Gen Antivirus powered by Crowdstrike offers powerful and comprehensive prevention capabilities. Endpoint Next-Gen Antivirus powered by Crowdstrike can also stop the execution of malicious code, block zero-day exploits, kill processes and contain command and control callbacks.

Can I try the product before I purchased it?

Yes. All protection services by ArmourZero are open for trial before you commit to paid subscriptions upon request.

What's the available plan for Endpoint Next-Gen Antivirus powered by Crowdstrike?

Only Yearly plan is available to subscribe with ArmourZero.

How do install the agent/sensor/installer to all end-user (computer/laptop/servers) after I purchased the protection services?

It's really simple and straightforward. All of your end-users can perform self-installation with minimal effort. It is effortless to install and it does not slow down your computer/laptop/servers.

We have prepared a checklist to give you a clearer picture of what you need to do in order to complete the task.

Follow the following steps in sequence to have a smooth installation:-

Start with self-provisioning (self-installation)

Start with self-provisioning (self-installation)

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