What is HBSS/ESS?

HBSS (Host-Based Security System) and ESS (Endpoint Security Solutions) are both suites of security tools deployed on individual computers (hosts or endpoints) to protect them from threats. They typically include anti-malware, intrusion detection/prevention, firewall, and data loss prevention capabilities. HBSS is often associated with DoD implementations, while ESS is a more generic term for similar commercial offerings. They are commonly used to enforce security policies, monitor system activity, and respond to security incidents on endpoints.