Host-based solution

A host-based solution (HBS) is a computer security solution focused around a single system, such as a server, that provides both the security monitoring and enforcement of policy for user systems and devices.

The primary objective of an HBS is to provide a method to monitor, report, and enforce the level of security across an organization. This is achieved by implementing specialized software applications on the host system to interface with the user systems. These applications may include antivirus, antispam, and intrusion detection systems, as well as system security policy, user authentication, and user-access control.

An HBS is usually used in addition to other security solutions, such as a firewall, web application firewall, or Unified Threat Management (UTM) system, to provide an additional layer of security. It is particularly useful for organizations given the diversity of devices and systems that may be connected to and present on a given network. The HBS provides a centralized control point to secure the network and the applications running on it.

There are several benefits to using an HBS solution. For example, it is more cost-effective than other solutions, as the software only needs to be licensed once and can protect multiple endpoints. It also provides better scalability, as the host-based solution can work with very large networks with a minimal administrative overhead. Finally, an HBS is usually easy to use, as it provides a centralized dashboard to view and manage the security status of the computer networks and devices being monitored.

Host-based solutions can provide an efficient, effective, and highly-scalable means of protecting an organization’s network and data from malicious threats. By implementing an HBS, organizations can ensure that they are able to protect their networks in a cost-effective way.