Which functionality does Sophos offer for counteracting malware attacks?

Sophos provides robust security against malware attacks through real-time scanning and automatic updates. This functionality allows the software to continuously monitor files and processes for any malicious activity as it occurs, ensuring threats are detected and neutralized instantly.

The automatic update feature is also critical; it ensures that the endpoint protection is always equipped with the latest virus definitions and security patches. This means that as new malware threats are identified, Sophos can respond effectively and promptly, significantly reducing the risk of infection.

In contrast, relying solely on manual installation of patches would not be timely enough to counteract fast-evolving malware threats. Similarly, only addressing user-reported issues would leave many undetected attacks unaddressed. Isolation from external networks can be a part of an overall security strategy but does not actively counteract malware in the same proactive manner as real-time scanning and automatic updates do.