Best Endpoint Protector Alternative for Data Loss Prevention

Peripheral Control

The CurrentWare Suite include AccessPatrol, a USB security and USB activity monitoring software solution for preventing theft to portable storage devices.

These security features make the CurrentWare Suite the perfect solution for meeting cybersecurity compliance requirements for USB devices.

Both Endpoint Protector and CurrentWare’s AccessPatrol provide comprehensive peripheral control capabilities across a variety of devices. Both solutions allow you to granularly apply unique device control policies based on groups of users and computers.

Learn More:  Devices You Can Control With AccessPatrol

Data Loss Prevention

Endpoint Protector’s core feature set is built around advanced DLP features such as deep packet inspection to break encryption for the purpose of directly inspecting content for sensitive information as it leaves the network.

Which features are available in Endpoint Protector depends on the modules purchased; they have separate modules for device control, content-aware protection, enforced encryption, and eDiscovery.

CurrentWare’s DLP capabilities include USB control to prevent data leaks to removable media devices, web category filtering to block web-based data egress points, and user activity monitoring to identify high-risk user behavior such as attempts to use blocked peripheral devices.

CurrentWare’s data loss prevention (DLP) tools help safeguard sensitive information from theft and leaks. With features like device control, file transfer monitoring, and real-time alerts, you can prevent data breaches and ensure compliance with industry regulations. By restricting the transfer of sensitive data via USB drives, external storage, or cloud services, CurrentWare minimizes the risk of data theft.

Employee Monitoring

While Endpoint Protector is an excellent DLP tool, its lack of monitoring features leave a significant gap in your data loss prevention strategy—detecting insider threats.

Without clear visibility into employee computer activity your organization is at risk of data loss to high-risk computer usage such as using unauthorized applications and visiting malicious websites.

CurrentWare offers a robust employee monitoring solution that helps businesses boost productivity and ensure compliance. With tools for tracking web usage, application activity, screen monitoring, and USB device access, CurrentWare provides comprehensive insights into employee performance. 

Its real-time monitoring and detailed reporting capabilities enable managers to identify productivity trends, optimize workflows, and address potential issues promptly. 

Whether you’re managing remote teams or ensuring adherence to company policies, CurrentWare’s intuitive interface and customizable features make it the ideal solution for streamlined, effective employee monitoring.

Web Filtering

Web filtering is an essential component of any  DLP strategy. Blocking high-risk websites such as unauthorized cloud storage services and malicious websites ensures that data is not leaked to these egress points.

Unfortunately, Endpoint Protector’s web filtering capabilities are limited. While the Content Aware Protection module can be used to deny access to URLs and domains this method of web filtering is not scalable as you must manually add new websites as they emerge.

CurrentWare’s web filter BrowseControl includes a web category filtering database with millions of URLs across hundreds of categories including social media, file hosting, and virus-infected sites.

CurrentWare’s web filtering and internet security tools help businesses maintain a secure and productive online environment. With customizable filters, you can block access to inappropriate or non-work-related websites, reducing distractions and safeguarding sensitive data.

Additionally, CurrentWare’s web filtering features prevent employees from accessing malicious sites, helping to protect your organization from cybersecurity threats. By offering detailed reports on web activity, CurrentWare gives you the insights needed to ensure compliance, improve productivity, and minimize risks associated with internet usage in the workplace.

Setup & Deployment

Thanks to its simple interface and setup process, getting started with CurrentWare is easy—whether or not you’re an experienced system administrator. CurrentWare offers a variety deployment options that suit the installation needs of organizations of all sizes.

Both CurrentWare and Endpoint Protector can be deployed on-premises or on a self-managed cloud server through cloud service providers such as Amazon Web Services and Google Cloud Platform.

Endpoint Protector also offers a Software-as-a-Service model where they manage server deployment and maintenance for an added cost.

Due to Endpoint Protector’s minimum order quantity of 150 licenses and 2 modules  it is not the best data loss prevention solution for small businesses.

In terms of setup and deployment, Endpoint Protector’s greatest strength is its near 1:1 feature parity between Windows, Mac, and Linux, whereas CurrentWare is only available for Windows machines. This operating system diversity makes Endpoint Protector a great option for multi-OS environments. 

Customer Support

Even the best alternatives to Endpoint Protector need to have a reliable technical support team to ensure that its customers get the services they need to make the most of their data loss prevention solutions.

CurrentWare’s support team is available by phone, live chat, and email from 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM EST, Monday to Friday to ensure your business is covered. We also maintain an onboarding guide and a knowledge base full of helpful articles and training videos to ensure critical information is available 24/7.