Survey Highlights the Move Beyond Standalone Protection
A new study from Kaspersky’s Internal Research Center shows endpoint protection is no longer enough on its own. Among nearly 2,000 IT and cybersecurity decision-makers, 78% of large organisations already run Endpoint Detection and Response. Yet half now combine EDR with Next-Generation Firewall and Incident Response tools, while a further 25% add SIEM, XDR and Threat Intelligence. The goal is faster detection, clearer investigations and coordinated action across networks.
Consolidation Becomes a Priority
Managing separate tools is creating headaches. More than a quarter of firms (26%) say they are considering a vendor switch mainly to bring everything onto one platform. XDR and SIEM are already used by over 60% of large enterprises. Adoption of XDR is forecast to rise from 63% to 71% within a year, with similar jumps expected for Threat Intelligence, Network Detection and Response and DDoS protection.
What the Research Means in Practice
Ilya Markelov, Head of Unified Platform Product Line at Kaspersky, said: "The research clearly demonstrates that organizations are increasingly moving toward integrated security ecosystems, which reflects a recognition that traditional, siloed approaches are no longer sufficient in today’s complex threat landscape. By unifying and automating their security tools, companies significantly enhance visibility, reduce response times and improve coordination. This evolution is vital for establishing robust protection and maintaining a proactive stance against sophisticated cyber threats in an environment where immediate action is essential."
The findings line up with Kaspersky’s recent data on everyday hacking tools being misused at scale. For UK consumers and smaller teams looking at VPN and endpoint options, the trend points to simpler, connected platforms rather than multiple standalone products. You can compare current VPN deals here.
