This guide outlines the critical role of endpoint security in modern cyber defense. It highlights challenges faced by CISOs, architects, SecOps leads, and analysts, and provides the top 10 evaluation questions for endpoint security providers. The document emphasizes the need for integrated EDR/XDR capabilities, AI-driven detection, and identity-based protection. Palo Alto Networks positions Cortex XDR and XSIAM as future-proof solutions that reduce alert fatigue, unify visibility, and enable SOC transformation through automation.

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