TrendAI Vision One – Endpoint Security Reviews

We use Trend Micro Apex One to monitor our security environment. 

Apex One helps us defend our endpoints against threats such as malware, ransomware, and malicious scripts. We have configured Apex One to send us alerts so that we can take remedial action.

Apex One has advanced protection capabilities that adapt to protect against unknown and stealthy threats. These advanced protection capabilities are important because most targets are end users who are not well-informed and make mistakes that can end up compromising our entire environment.

It uses its runtime machine learning capabilities to detect ransomware attacks.

They provide a single console for cross-layer detection, threat hunting, and investigations. I find the single console very useful because it eliminates the need to log in to multiple consoles to view different security layers, such as Mail Security. For example, I can see all of my security information in one place, without having to log in and out of different consoles.

The single console provides end-to-end visibility into our entire IT security environment, which has helped to reduce our response time. We configured the alerting and have dealt with a lot of false positives since there are often a few false positives among security alerts. The solution is also capable of performing remedial actions without requiring me to actively monitor it. For example, I am working towards the mole, and there is no one in the office monitoring it because we do not have 24/7 monitoring. We have configured the solution so that I will be notified whenever there are alerts, and the solution will take action from the cloud.

Apex One integrates well with all our security products. 

I'm more technically inclined. When I joined my current company, I had never used Apex One before, but I've been able to navigate it easily since then. We have some reading materials, but the best thing about Apex One is that it provides recommendations, just like Microsoft Sentinel. This makes it easy to learn. If I'm not sure about something, I can go to the Learning Hub and watch videos on how to do it, in case there's something I don't understand.

The difficulty level of administering Apex One is reasonable. Many features are self-explanatory. For example, if we click on an alert, it provides a recommendation of what to do. Therefore, learning to use Apex One is not difficult. In general, all these security products are not difficult to use. For example, I have never used QRadar, but I believe it would not be difficult because I have used similar products in the past. All these products have many similarities.

We have seen a reduction in viruses and malware since we implemented Apex One. Occasionally, when I review tickets or attend SecOps meetings, I only see a presentation of what has been detected. However, I can confidently state that the number of incidents has decreased significantly, as we have not had many since I joined the company.

Apex One as SaaS has helped reduce our staff's workload by deploying endpoints in the cloud. We do not need to monitor our environment all day.

I believe the managed XDR adds value to our Apex One deployment. 

Vulnerability management is a valuable feature that I enjoy. I also enjoy having a single platform.

Apex One's threat and vulnerability management has room for improvement.

I have been using Trend Micro Apex One for one year.

I would rate the stability of Trend Micro Apex One as eight out of ten.

I would rate the scalability of Trend Micro Apex One as eight out of ten. We are currently looking into increasing our usage.

Technical support is excellent. We have an account manager who is always available to help us when we have a problem, regardless of the time zone difference.

In my previous organization, I used CrowdStrike. The single platform offered by Trend Micro Apex One is an advantage.

I would rate Trend Micro Apex One eight out of ten.

Apex One provides virtual patching to protect against vulnerabilities, but we don't use the feature because we are already using Qualys Patch Management.

We have 20 people who use Apex One within our organization, including 10 administrators.

It serves as a comprehensive solution for antivirus scanning across all endpoints. It facilitates the deployment of the application portal within the access center, ensuring device control for vulnerability protection which enables the implementation of device-blocking measures to enhance security.

It safeguards endpoints by detecting threats like malware or malicious scripts, employing features such as behavior monitoring and machine learning. This includes detecting zero-day attacks and analyzing application behaviors for enhanced security. It delivers excellent products for effectively safeguarding endpoints, utilizing advanced features that enhance protection and mitigate various threats. It is equipped with advanced ransomware detection capabilities through real-time machine learning. 

This detection is not solely reliant on signatures; instead, it incorporates built-in features for proactive identification of ransomware threats, offering an advanced and pre-emptive approach to detection. A single console facilitates cross-layer detection, and access to the central console is necessary for on-premises solutions. In the SaaS-based model, the EDR console serves as the unified interface. 

This single console allows for threat hunting, investigations, incident management, playbook creation, and incident response. It is essential as it provides end-to-end visibility into the entire IT security environment, especially in EDR. However, challenges may arise when dealing with endpoints that contain files lacking signatures or behavior detection capabilities. To address this, a sandboxing solution becomes crucial to analyze and understand the behavior of such files. 

It offers the capability to swiftly deploy updates to endpoints, allowing for the immediate deployment of patches or signature files in response to incidents or attacks. In scenarios with no existing signatures, the support team from the OEM can provide the necessary signatures, and these can be promptly pushed to the Apex One Center. 

Timely updates are crucial for us as they help us maintain security. 

Since transitioning to Apex One, we have observed a notable decrease in viruses and malware. 

Our product now detects threats much faster, leading people to express confidence in the effectiveness of our custom machine-learning capabilities, evident in the significant reduction in detection times. Utilizing an independent cloud has significantly reduced the workload for our staff by eliminating the need to manage hardware, operating systems, and applications. 

Daily tasks such as console endpoint restarts, application protection, and agent communications compliance become more straightforward. The ease of managing these aspects is a notable advantage. 

Moreover, the SaaS solution proves particularly beneficial when customers are unable to provide on-premises infrastructure for applications. Users can effortlessly log in, deploy agents, and manage tasks without the complexities associated with on-premises solutions, which depend on factors like hardware, databases, operating systems, networks, proxies, and other variables.

The standout and highly valuable feature of Apex One is its XDR capability. 

Featuring advanced protection capabilities that dynamically adapt to defend against evolving and emerging threats, Apex One stands out. Detecting ransomware and utilizing machine learning capabilities are crucial features, especially for safeguarding customer environments. 

It stands out as a pioneer in incorporating these features within its antivirus solution. Trend Micro was the first to integrate behavior-based analysis, signatures, and reputation-based detection to enhance protection against ransomware and other threats. 

The learning curve for Apex One is minimal, as it is a straightforward and user-friendly product. The graphical user interface is simple, making it easy to navigate without the need for additional training or complex documentation. 

The terminology and features are presented in a common and basic language, ensuring that anyone can comprehend and work with the product easily. 

Administering it is also a straightforward process. It offers virtual patching capabilities to safeguard against significant vulnerabilities. This involves an active signature-based approach to virtual patching. 

The added value that managed XDR brings to our Apex One deployment is significant.

There is room for improvement in the reporting aspect. Custom-level reporting is crucial for in-depth analysis and its significance is evident in the effectiveness of managing and prospecting products.

I have been working with it for fifteen years.

In terms of stability, Apex has proven to be a reliable product with no reported downtime requirements. In my experience, I haven't encountered any significant challenges. The only instances of the console being down were typically related to database issues, such as log saturation or routine database maintenance.

It's a scalable solution with good performance.

The support has been challenging, particularly when utilizing bots during customer calls, as it often results in ineffective solutions. The primary issue revolves around prolonged resolution times. Even with ongoing follow-ups, cases remain unresolved within the anticipated timeline. The consistent request for logs implies that multiple submissions may be necessary for a potential solution or resolution. Enhancements in specific areas are required to improve the overall support process. I would rate it seven out of ten.

Neutral

Deploying the on-premises solution is a seamless process, especially when dealing with the application components. Apex One or Apex Central is the management console, with Apex One managing antivirus consoles, groups, and parts. Policies can be efficiently pushed through Apex Central. The agent itself is equipped with XDR capabilities for on-premises solutions. Conversely, an additional service installation on endpoints is necessary for cloud-based implementations. The deployment process is relatively quick, typically taking around half an hour

Opting for cloud solutions can provide a more cost-effective and efficient alternative, with fewer dependencies on physical setups and unexpected costs associated with on-premises tasks.

Integration capabilities exist for Trend Micro with its own suite of security products, allowing seamless collaboration. However, integration with Apex One may not be supported regarding other security products from different vendors or OEMs, such as Central One, CrowdStrike, or Palo Alto. Overall, I rate it nine out of ten.

Our experiences involve troubleshooting and resolving problems related to proxy services, contributing to a diverse set of use cases in our efforts. We currently utilize the complete premium suite and have not integrated it with any other security plans. The learning curve for Apex One is minimal; the user console is user-friendly. Effectively using the administrator console poses no significant challenges, and no specialized training is necessary. We utilize Apex One as a service, yet the workload remains consistent.

It is an excellent defense against various threats like malware, ransomware, and malicious scripts at our hospital. Given the numerous open options we have, we still maintain a high level of protection. It functions as a robust barrier, effectively safeguarding our organization from potential risks from the external environment. 

With advanced protection capabilities that dynamically adapt to safeguard our crucial data, it is of utmost importance to us. As a hospital, the significance of our data cannot be overstated, making the robust protection provided by Trend Micro vital for our operations. 

It offers a unified console for comprehensive cross-layer detection, site hunting, and investigation. The console's efficiency is noteworthy, serving multiple purposes seamlessly, and holds significant value for us. 

The singular console offers comprehensive visibility into the entire IT security environment, providing internal visibility as well. This end-to-end perspective has significantly reduced our response time. 

The latest version is particularly effective, delivering a substantial improvement of at least sixty to seventy percent.  The benefits of Apex One are evident, particularly in its enhanced security and overall usefulness compared to other solutions. 

It has proven to be a stable product, with minimal issues over the past few years. 

While it took some time to grasp its full potential, especially in understanding and aligning policies to effectively filter various elements, the initial challenges faced in 2010 have been overcome. Integration and policy-related issues that required about eight to nine months of familiarization, in the beginning, are now resolved, and the product is functioning seamlessly. 

We've observed a noticeable decrease in viruses and malware since transitioning to Apex One, highlighting a significant improvement in the overall strength of our protection. There wasn't a significant decrease in administrative overhead.

The most valuable aspect is achieving zero attacks and zero data compromise. Prioritizing the prevention of zero-day threats serves as the foundational element for attaining the highest level of security. 

The virtual patching capability holds significant importance for us. It enables us to assess the potential impact before implementation. This proactive approach allows us to understand the workings of the patching process without having to wait for its actual deployment, making virtual patching a crucial aspect of our security strategy. 

There is a need for enhancement in certain reporting formats. For instance, if I need information about the impact of a specific virus or a particular email in terms of infections over the past two or three months, the current reporting system lacks this capability.

Currently, I have to manually input the details, generate a report, and then extract the information from the entire Excel sheet. I would prefer an improvement where this filtering capability is available directly in the initial report. 

There are two notable points that need consideration. Firstly, the technicalities of Trend Micro are evolving due to the software's cloud nature. Secondly, as a client, such as a hospital and not an IT-focused organization, we require a more user-friendly approach. Trend Micro should consider simplifying processes for clients like us, acknowledging that not every organization is an IT company. We want to maintain our focus on our core business rather than having to divert attention to IT.

I have been working with it for thirteen years.

I would rate its stability capabilities nine out of ten.

While it has the potential to expand its capacity and functionality according to your requirements, the downside is that the associated cost is higher.

Technical support requires improvement, particularly in terms of providing swift responses and recognizing that our needs are not standardized; instead, they necessitate customization based on our specific requirements as a client. It is crucial for Trend Micro to be adaptable in meeting client needs without placing the burden on clients to customize the product independently. I would rate it six out of ten.

Neutral

The initial setup was complex. It was completed within a duration ranging from eight to twelve months, typically spanning from eight to eleven months.

We previously utilized an on-premises version, and Trend Micro is currently encouraging a shift towards the cloud. However, we are encountering numerous issues during this transition. These problems are proving to be time-consuming, with some taking more than two months to resolve. We implemented it with the assistance of a third party, involving a team of six people. For maintenance, we have a renewal agreement with a Trend Micro partner, and they handle the technical aspects in collaboration with our internal technical team.

The pricing was previously considered affordable, however, currently, it is on the rise due to a new licensing segregation policy. The renewal process has become more complex, and each license is more expensive than before. This situation prompts us to consider exploring alternative products to Trend Micro.

After evaluating various alternatives, we opted for Apex One because of its rich feature set and competitive pricing.

I would advise to conduct a comprehensive comparison, considering not just the initial cost but also the renewal and support costs of Trend Micro in comparison to other companies. From a technical standpoint, it is undeniably a stable product. However, commercially, there are some challenges. Overall, I would rate it seven out of ten.

We are using Apex One as a service. We are in the manufacturing industry, and we are using Apex One on our clients.

I am the administrator of Apex One as well as a user.

I can easily manage all our endpoints from a single console. Apex One is very helpful for us.

Apex One is excellent for defending endpoints against threats such as malware, ransomware, and malicious scripts. We have not faced any issues till now.

Apex One detects ransomware with runtime machine-learning capabilities. It is a very important feature because the main attack these days is ransomware.

Apex One provides us with a single console for cross-layer detection, threat hunting, and investigation. It is important because I cannot go to every APC and scan them and look for notifications. From a single console, I can manage each and every endpoint. We can also manage reports.

This single console provides end-to-end visibility into the entire IT security environment. We can see the percentage of compliance of our PC security. This end-to-end visibility has reduced our response time by 50%.

Apex One is very easy to use. It also depends on the knowledge of the person managing it, but for me, the management of the console is very simple and very user-friendly.

We have seen a reduction in viruses and malware since we started using Apex One. There is about 50% reduction.

We use Apex One as a service. It has helped to reduce the staff's workload. The single console helps to reduce the workload by 30% to 40%.

Its real-time features are valuable. It is in real-time, and it works fine.

We need some features as per our scenario and requirements. We want to manage the policies in the group. Currently, if I am at one location and other users are at other locations, the main problem is that we cannot manage policies location-wise. The policy management should be improved. I should be able to group them based on the location. If one location has four policies and another location has the same policy, currently, I have to scroll the screen to find out the policy as per my location.

If we have 10 locations, such as locations A, B, or C, and each location is separated geographically and has four policies, the total number of policies is 40. If a user from location C wants to manage their policies, he has to scroll the screen and find out their location's policy. If I can group the policies based on the location, it would be easier to manage.

We have been using this solution for the last two years.

It is stable.

It is scalable. It is being used at 10 locations. 

I am satisfied with their support. I would rate their support a nine out of ten.

Positive

We use it as a service. Its initial setup was straightforward.

It does not require any maintenance from our side. Everything is automated.

We had a consultant. We had two people for deployment. There was me and one person from Trend Micro. 

We have seen an ROI. We can save our time, and we can also save our money.

It is a little bit more expensive than other solutions.

Policy management needs to be improved. Overall, I would rate Apex One a nine out of ten.

We use Trend Vision One Endpoint Security to protect our systems from unwanted attacks. Malware attacks, encryption, zero-day attacks, and other threats are all happening in the world today. Therefore, the main purpose of using this product is to protect our systems.

Most of our customers deploy Vision One Security as a cloud service, except for government agencies, which always deploy it on-premises.

The XDR feature helps detect and defend our endpoints against threats.

The protection features can help defend against unknown threats. When an unknown application is detected, we can send information about it to the Vision One Security team for analysis and signature creation, which will be shared globally.

The machine learning capabilities help with the detection of ransomware which is important.

Vision One Security provides a single console for cross-layer detection, threat hunting, and investigation.

Vision One Security provides end-to-end visibility into the entire IT security environment. We can use the added visibility to decrease our response times.

Vision One Security integrates with other security products. When a threat is detected in the network sandbox, Vision One Security can deploy rapid updates to the endpoints. It's important that the solution can identify the threat and provide a rapid update.

Vision One Security has helped our organization by protecting us against unknown threats and reducing our response times.

It uses virtual patching to protect against vulnerabilities before vendor patches are available.

We have seen a reduction of 20 percent in viruses and malware since moving to Vision One Security.

Vision One Security as a service has helped reduce our staff workload by 30 percent.

We used Trend Vision's managed XDR services in conjunction with Vision One Security and they helped with the integration and patches.

Real-time scanning is a valuable feature.

Patch management is an important feature that helps protect our machines.

The XDR feature which provides us with real visibility into our environment is the most valuable.

I would like to have DLP features implemented into Vision One Security. We have a lot of customers asking about DLP.

I have been using Trend Vision One Endpoint Security for almost four years.

Vision One Security is a stable solution. I would rate the stability eight out of ten.

Vision One Security is highly scalable.

The technical support is good but we sometimes experience delays with some tickets.

Positive

We previously used Sophos, but its console was resource-intensive and impacted the performance of our Windows machines. Vision One Security is more resource-friendly than Sophos.

Deployment is complex, and most organizations use scripts to automate the installation process. Each environment is different, and deployments typically take two days to complete.

Vision One Security is expensive but we manage to work with the cost.

I would rate Trend Vision One Endpoint Security nine out of ten.

Trend Vision One Endpoint Security can be challenging to learn due to its extensive features, but it is easy to manage once we are familiar with the console.

Our customers range from small to enterprise businesses.

Maintenance is required for packet releases on the servers.

Many customers are moving to this type of centralized system, and I recommend Trend Vision One Endpoint Security.

We provide Trend Micro Apex One to our customers to protect their endpoints.

The database engine is more efficient than other endpoint solutions and this helps protect against threats.

There are advanced protection capabilities that adapt to protect against threats, and its AI helps detect unknown threats and user attacks.

Trend Micro Apex One detects ransomware using its runtime machine learning capabilities. It can identify suspicious or infected machines and help to remediate them.

It provides a single console for crossfire detection, threat hunting, and investigation. The single console UI provides end-to-end visibility into our IT environment.

Apex One integrates efficiently with other security products. We can connect with the vendor that provides us with the API needed for the integrations.

The learning curve for Apex One is short. The steps required are easy to understand and follow.

Administering it is not difficult.

It has helped our customers by providing many features that help them scan their environments and provide recommendations to improve their security posture. These features include an intrusion prevention system, application control, and a firewall with filtering.

Trend Micro Apex One has helped our customers reduce the number of viruses and malware by 80 percent.

Trend Micro Apex One as a Service has helped reduce staff workload by providing reports that alleviate the headaches of security teams.

The AI and machine learning feature is the most valuable because it helps mitigate threats based on an organization's behavioral patterns.

Some of our customers need to add cache file signatures in Trend Micro Apex One, but it is currently not a supported feature.

Trend Micro Apex One can become the market leader by improving its signature base, patterns, security profiles, engines, and integration with multiple vendors.

I have been using Trend Micro Apex One for three years.

The technical support is slow to respond.

Neutral

The deployment is straightforward. First, we deploy an SQL database to consolidate all of the organization's databases into a single, easy-to-manage database. We then download the Apex One Security Agent to the Apex One portal and install it on the target endpoints. Once the agent is installed, we receive the ports, IP addresses, and IIS names of the endpoints. We then install the Apex One Security Agent on the Trend Micro Apex One site and configure it to scan the agentless operating systems for integration with Active Directory.

Three people are required for the deployment.

From what I understand the pricing is not expensive for Trend Micro Apex One.

I would rate Trend Micro Apex One a ten out of ten.

Our customers in the oil and gas industry deploy Trend Micro Apex One across their environments.

We utilize Trend Micro Apex One for our endpoint security needs. This solution incorporates machine-learning capabilities that assist us in monitoring and preventing attacks.

Trend Micro Apex One effectively safeguards our endpoints against threats like malware and malicious scripts, provided that we accurately define our policies.

The advanced protection capabilities of Trend Micro Apex One, which adapt to safeguard against unknown and stealthy threats, are commendable. The solution scans our system and generates a repository that it can subsequently cross-reference when an unfamiliar application attempts to access or install a file on our system, thereby restricting access.

It is important for our organization that the runtime machine learning capabilities of Trend Micro Apex One can assist our organization in defending against ransomware, especially when we activate the behavior monitoring feature.

It is important that Trend Micro Apex One offers a single console for us to investigate threats.

Trend Micro Apex One is easy to learn. Additionally, there are numerous helpful training videos available online, along with a support site designed to assist with any issues.

Administering Apex One is easy through its user-friendly console.

Apex One has nearly all the features necessary to safeguard us from malicious or viral attacks. The solution incorporates proactive machine learning, web application capabilities, and real-time scanning features. Furthermore, we have the capability to install this agent on our server. Apex One encompasses a wide range of options that allow us to create policies on our server.

Apex One has helped reduce the number of viral attacks in comparison to our previous solution.

The deployment of the services endpoint in the cloud has helped to decrease our employees' workloads by 30 percent.

Apex One has reduced our administrative overhead by 30 percent.

Trend Micro's managed XDR service, in conjunction with Apex One, adds value by offering visibility into our environment.

The most valuable features are web application features and real-time scans.

The support is slow and has room for improvement.

I have been using Trend Micro Apex One for almost two years.

It is stable.

Trend Micro Apex One is scalable.

The technical support is not consistent and can take time to resolve our issues.

Neutral

Previously we used Symantec Endpoint Security and switched to Trend Micro Apex One because we were not receiving sufficient support from Symantec Endpoint Security after its acquisition by Broadcom.

The implementation was completed through a third-party partner.

We evaluated CrowdStrike and two other solutions.

I would rate Trend Micro Apex One eight out of ten.

I recommend Trend Micro Apex One for endpoint security.

I have learned that there are features that assist administrators in granting access to specific servers by adding a MAC address and creating a policy.

We use Apex One to protect our endpoints and servers against viruses. 

Apex One offers a lot of bang for your buck. It includes an antivirus solution, DLP, app control, and all the other features found in endpoint protection solutions like Microsoft Defender. Many other solutions require additional licenses for different operating systems, but Trend Micro software bundles everything.  Many other endpoint protection platforms are restricted by the operating system, but this is an all-in-one solution. The firewall and other aspects of endpoint protection can all be managed from one point.

We are pleased with the antivirus features and the overall experience. Trend Micro has enabled us to catch all the malware scripts and nasty things out there. We have a multilayered defense with different antivirus vendors and layers. It's easy to integrate Apex One with our other products. 

Once Apex One is set up, it isn't problematic to administer. The correct configuration and deployment is something that takes time. It isn't necessarily specific to Apex One. It's true of all vendors because you have guidelines and specific rules.

We had issues with our system integrator who didn't have enough experience with Trend Micro. There aren't many enterprise customers in our country who use Trend Micro on the level that we are using it, so it might be a little too complex for them. Trend Micro is typically used in small companies that do not need all the advanced features that we are looking for. The integrators don't have experience deploying these features. The scope is broad, but Microsoft Defender is simpler. 

Many vendors are pushing customers to the cloud for advanced XDR features. This drives costs up substantially and takes control out of the customer's hands. I would like Trend Micro and other vendors to make the advanced capabilities that are increasingly being deployed to the cloud also available on-premise.

We have used Trend Micro endpoint protection products since 2010. We had OfficeScan and Deep Security at one point.

I rate Apex One nine out of ten for stability. 

We haven't had any issues with scalability.

I rate Trend Micro support seven out of ten. Like most vendors, Level 1 support is catastrophic. At Trend Micro, everything starts at Level 1, and the process of how quickly you get from Level 1 to Level 2 is something all vendors have issues with.

Neutral

We were using Sophos. Trend Micro Apex One is bundled with other enterprise protection products, so it covers more than just antivirus.

We had some initial challenges configuring high availability on our server, but it wasn't difficult otherwise. 

We had help from a systems integrator and Trend Micro support. I rate the integrator two out of ten and Trend Micro seven out of ten. 

We have seen a return on investment. When we initially switched to Trend Micro, we reduced the licensing costs by decreasing the number of products we use. In three years, we recovered the initial investment, and our costs have been more optimal since then. 

Apex One's pricing is highly competitive. That's one advantage. We compared the pricing of solutions that do everything we want, and others are more expensive than what we have. There are no additional maintenance fees, but we have a support contract that we renew annually. 

I rate Trend Micro Apex One eight out of ten. I would recommend Trend Micro to companies looking for more than basic antivirus protection. If you need firewalls, application control, device and USB control, Trend Micro bundles all of that. I would recommend Trend Micro to a company that needs to cover all those areas