Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud Plus Reviews

Since Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud Plus is a business-oriented solution, you must sign up for Kaspersky Business Hub first to use the software. In Hub, you’re given a designated workspace, where you can manage users, assign administrator access, check on monitored devices, and enable the monitoring tools on specified devices or the whole network.

Launching the software for the first time makes you instantly realize that it’s so much more than a regular antivirus, even compared to Kaspersky’s own specialized program. The software updates its cyberthreat database daily and alerts users to take action when needed. Naturally, it protects from the most typical threats like malware and ransomware, but it also monitors phishing attempts by keeping an eye on your email inbox.

Still, what distinguishes Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud Plus the most is that it monitors every network device instead of securing just one. This is why its name emphasizes the endpoints, which could be computers, phones, or anything else with an internet connection. The software also creates regular reports on how protected the network is and sends notifications to the admin when something’s wrong. Finally, your subscription also gives access to a separate security program for Microsoft 365.

Cloud Protection

Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud Plus hides an incredibly detailed program behind its simple online interface. In addition to the more typical protection tools like file, web, and email scanners, it provides a built-in advanced firewall that protects the network. By allowing you to set up numerous security profiles, the software provides a tool for keeping an eye on every device without leaving your computer. Settings can be applied to specific users, groups, or the entire network. You should note that when the software monitors numerous users, network quality drops are more likely.

Another great feature is the Root-Cause Analysis, which monitors ongoing processes, files, registry keys, and network connection speed. It alerts the admin when detecting a threat, and, since it constantly updates its database, there’s practically zero chance that a threat can slip through.

The Cloud Discovery feature does roughly the same job by preventing the use of restricted cloud services. It teams up with the Encrypted Connections Scan, which tracks any attempt to access cloud services over encrypted connections. In other words, it restricts entries to dangerous sites and the use of suspicious software.

Vulnerability Assessment and Patch Management are two advanced tools that work very closely together. The first feature makes a list of vulnerabilities present on at least one device and displays all infected devices. The second fixes these vulnerabilities by simply installing a patch for the dangerous application. It also shows fixed devices, so you’ll see the difference when you check both tools side by side.

Finally, the Encryption Management tool blocks other users in the network from remotely accessing a device. In Windows, the BitLocker Drive Encryption is responsible for encrypting the device’s partitions while Kaspersky stores the recovery keys. But here you need to be careful. Moving hard drives between devices is extremely risky, as the recovery keys are linked to only one computer and may get lost. The FileVault tool protects Macs in a similar manner.

Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud Plus is essentially a two-in-one package. Kaspersky Security for Microsoft Office 365 is part of your subscription, yet it functions as a different program, securing Office products like OneDrive, Teams, and Outlook. You can also try this software on its own for free for 30 days.

This software offers an advanced antivirus that scans both incoming and outgoing emails. By default, it monitors every inbox on the network, but you can specify your preferred inboxes, too. If the antivirus tool catches an infected mail, it automatically moves it to the backup folder. The Attachment Filtering tool, while part of the antivirus, works a bit differently: it only monitors attachments and prevents users from downloading anything suspicious.

If you follow the news, you may have heard how many widescale data breaches occur after a member of staff clicks on a phishing link. With Kaspersky covering your Microsoft 365 suite, however, this is a thing of the past. Its advanced antiphishing tool scans messages and uses its enormous database to identify phishing and other malicious web addresses. After it’s done scanning, it sends a status message, letting you decide what to do: delete, accept, or move to the junk folder. Kaspersky Security for Microsoft Office 365 comes with a handy antispam tool, as well.

As with most Kaspersky products, Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud Plus works best on a Windows operating system. PC users can enjoy the entire library of tools. Mac users aren’t as lucky, as their version is missing a few advanced features, such as Adaptive Anomaly Control. The mobile apps follow a similar pattern. iOS users get a limited version of the software, while Android users can experience its full potential.

It’s worth noting that Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud Plus doesn’t clash with other internet security software. In other words, you can keep on using your favorite antivirus or internet security suite. This is beneficial for advanced protection because antivirus software typically only protects a single endpoint, whereas endpoint security monitors all of them.

Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud Plus boasts many features to protect your network, but this comes at a price. Compared to other similar products, Kaspersky’s prices are relatively steep, and there’s no option for monthly billing. However, a subscription protects at least five devices. Moreover, subscribing for longer yields a 15% discount. For example, the annual price of a one-year subscription is $325 but it’s only $827.50 for a 3-year plan, resulting in a total saving of $147.50. It’s worth mentioning that prices also increase after every fifth user, but there’s no user-based discount. However, all subscriptions start with a 30-day free trial.

The base plan includes its fair share of features. As well as the most essential protective measures like malware and ransomware protection, it also comes with Vulnerability Assessment. Only higher-tier subscribers can enjoy the benefits of Root-Cause Analysis, encryption, and Security for Microsoft Office 365. Finally, only Pro users can take advantage of the Endpoint Detection and Response tool, a significantly improved version of Root-Cause Analysis that detects endpoints, taking action automatically.

Kaspersky helps its customers in numerous ways. Along with its informative support page, Kaspersky frequently updates its blog with articles on cybersecurity, data breaches, and the like. Moreover, a detailed knowledge base with internet security best practice guides can help beginners starting out. But the best part is that you’ll find thorough descriptions of each feature from within Kaspersky Business Hub.

Customer support isn’t as straightforward though. It responds to emails 24/7, with an average response time of 24 hours. Kaspersky also has a live chat, and you can phone customer service agents from Monday to Friday between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Eastern Time. Kaspersky is available on all the main social media channels, including YouTube, and also runs a community support forum.