Cisco XDR

Cisco XDR correlates data from disparate security tools and applies analytics plus Cisco Talos threat intelligence so analysts can prioritize and act against threats from one console. Its distinguishing characteristic is a network-led approach: built-in network detection means the platform is not dependent solely on endpoint agents for visibility, which Cisco positions as an advantage for spotting lateral movement and activity originating from unmanaged devices. Agentic AI runs across network, endpoint, email, cloud and identity to verify threats and execute tailored investigation plans, while prioritized incident workflows guide analysts through containment, eradication and recovery — including restoring from a last known good snapshot in ransomware scenarios. The product maintains a comprehensive user and device inventory for contextual awareness during investigations, and maps coverage against MITRE ATT&CK so teams can see where detection gaps remain. Cisco XDR integrates with third-party endpoint tools including CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender, SentinelOne and Cybereason alongside Cisco's own Secure Endpoint, Secure Email Threat Defense and Secure Network Analytics. Licensing is tiered across Essentials, Advantage and Premier, with the Premier tier delivering XDR as a managed service run by Cisco security experts.