An Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) takes things a step further. It combines the detection capabilities of an IDS with the ability to actively block threats. When an IPS identifies malicious activity, it can take various actions, such as:
An Intrusion Detection System (IDS) acts as a security guard that monitors your network traffic for suspicious activity. It analyzes network packets and system logs for patterns that match known attack signatures or deviate from normal behavior. When an IDS detects something fishy, it generates an alert, notifying security personnel of a potential threat.
