How does Sophos respond to zero-day threats?

The response to zero-day threats by Sophos is accurately encapsulated by the use of advanced threat detection techniques like behavioral analysis. Zero-day threats refer to vulnerabilities that are exploited before the vendor has an opportunity to release a patch or signature update to protect against them. Traditional signature-based detection methods rely on already known patterns of malware, which is not effective against newly discovered vulnerabilities.

Behavioral analysis, on the other hand, involves monitoring the actions of applications and processes in real-time to identify anomalies or suspicious behavior that could indicate a zero-day exploitation. This proactive approach allows Sophos to detect and respond to previously unknown threats based on their behavior rather than relying solely on known signatures. By leveraging advanced threat detection techniques, Sophos can effectively mitigate the risks posed by zero-day attacks, ensuring a higher level of security for endpoints and servers.