MDR Manifesto

Managed Detection & Response

Published April 2020

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The Managed Detection and Response (MDR) Manifesto is intended to clearly define the value organizations should expect to receive when they add MDR to their security plans and budgets. In addition, this manifesto serves to clarify and standardize on the definitions and capabilities associated with MDR.

For example, a simple term like “protection” can mean anything from preventing network access, to enabling secure network access, to encrypting data, or testing the security of networks and encrypted data. The potential to provide protection against attacks and the reduction of damages from successful attacks are driving heightened interest and investment in MDR.