Endpoint Management Statistics, Trends And Facts 2023

Endpoint management is a critical aspect of IT management, as it enables organizations to manage and secure their devices and endpoints, such as desktops, laptops, and mobile devices.

With the increasing use of technology and the rise of remote work, endpoint management has become more important than ever before.

In this blog post, we will explore endpoint management statistics that provide insights into the current state of endpoint management, its trends, and its future. We will cover a range of topics related to endpoint management, including security, device management, and the impact of remote work.

Statistics	Percentage
Organizations experiencing one or more endpoint attacks	68%
IT professionals finding the frequency of endpoint attacks had increased	68%
Organizations experiencing an attack involving some form of malware	81%
Organizations hit by a successful ransomware attack in 2021	53%
Organizations hit more than once by a successful ransomware attack in 2021	23%
Recorded ransomware incidents last year (2022) represented a year-on-year increase over 2021	148%
Weekly average of ransomware attacks targeting corporate networks increased by compared to 2020	50%
CISOs expecting to face at least one ransomware attack in 2022	69%
Password dumpers involved in around	40%
Malware threats stored in %temp%, %appdata%, %cache% and %desktop%	83%
Business travelers that have connected their devices to a public USB port or charging station	79%
SIM swapping attacks on mobile endpoints that have doubled year-on-year since 2016	–
Ransomware most likely to enter an organization via file download or an email with a malicious link	29%
Remote attacks on servers accounting for ransomware attacks	21%
Emails with malicious attachments accounting for ransomware attacks	16%
Ryuk ransomware responsible for a third of ransomware attacks	–
Ransomware attacks where the data is encrypted involve data in the public cloud	59%
Vulnerabilities not patched within two weeks of discovery	60%
IT professionals that believe endpoints are the weakest link in their cybersecurity strategy	73%
IT professionals that say keeping up with security updates is their biggest challenge	40%

1. 81% of businesses experienced some sort of malware attack (Ponemon)

Endpoint Security Statistics

1. 70% of successful data breaches started at the endpoint. (Source: IDC)
2. The global endpoint security market is expected to reach $18.4 billion by 2024, growing at a CAGR of 8.2%. (Source: MarketsandMarkets)
3. 52% of organizations consider endpoint security to be their biggest challenge. (Source: Ponemon Institute)
4. 62% of organizations experienced a security breach due to an unpatched vulnerability. (Source: Ponemon Institute)
5. 41% of endpoint security alerts are not investigated. (Source: Cybersixgill)
6. Ransomware attacks on endpoints increased by 435% in 2020. (Source: Group-IB)
7. The adoption of endpoint management solutions is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.2% from 2021 to 2028.
8. By 2025, the global endpoint management market is projected to reach $11.7 billion.
9. The global endpoint management market is dominated by North America, with a market share of 38.6% in 2020.
10. The healthcare sector is expected to witness significant growth in endpoint management solutions due to the increasing use of connected medical devices.
11. The education sector is also expected to adopt endpoint management solutions to manage a large number of devices used in classrooms and for remote learning.
12. The average cost of a data breach in 2020 was $3.86 million, and endpoint devices were involved in 30% of the breaches.
13. Endpoint management solutions can help organizations prevent data breaches by managing security patches and updates across all devices.
14. The global endpoint management market is highly competitive, with major players including Microsoft, IBM, VMware, and Cisco.
15. Cloud-based endpoint management solutions are gaining popularity due to their scalability and flexibility.
16. The use of artificial intelligence and machine learning is expected to drive innovation in endpoint management solutions in the coming years.

Device Management Statistics

7. The global endpoint management market is expected to grow from $1.2 billion in 2020 to $2.2 billion by 2025, at a CAGR of 12.7%. (Source: MarketsandMarkets)
8. 61% of organizations manage their endpoints using a mix of on-premise and cloud-based solutions. (Source: Enterprise Management Associates)
9. 84% of organizations believe that managing endpoints is more complex than it was two years ago. (Source: VMware)
10. 70% of organizations have a bring your own device (BYOD) policy in place. (Source: VMware)
11. 68% of organizations allow their employees to use personal devices for work. (Source: VMware)

Remote Work Statistics

12. 91% of organizations have employees working remotely at least some of the time. (Source: FlexJobs)
13. 60% of employees use personal devices to access company data. (Source: Bitglass)
14. 50% of organizations have experienced a security incident due to a remote worker. (Source: OpenVPN)
15. The use of remote desktop protocol (RDP) increased by 41% in 2020. (Source: Cybersixgill)
16. 41% of organizations experienced an endpoint security breach caused by remote workers in 2020. (Source: VMware)

Future of Endpoint Management Statistics

17. By 2024, 30% of organizations will be using unified endpoint management (UEM) tools to manage all their endpoints. (Source: Gartner)
18. Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) will be used in 60% of endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions by 2025. (Source: Gartner)
19. The global endpoint detection and response (EDR) market is expected to reach $5.9 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 25.3%. (Source: MarketsandMarkets)
20. The adoption of zero-trust security architecture for endpoint security will increase from 5% in 2020 to 60% in 2023. (Source: Gartner)

Endpoint Management Software and Solutions

71. Some of the top endpoint management software solutions include Microsoft Endpoint Manager, VMware Workspace ONE, and IBM BigFix.
72. Microsoft Endpoint Manager provides a unified platform for managing all endpoints, including Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android devices.
73. VMware Workspace ONE offers a unified endpoint management platform that enables IT teams to manage and secure all endpoints from a single console.
74. IBM BigFix is a comprehensive endpoint management solution that includes features such as patch management, compliance reporting, and software distribution.
75. Other popular endpoint management solutions include Symantec Endpoint Protection, McAfee Endpoint Security, and Kaspersky Endpoint Security.
76. Symantec Endpoint Protection offers advanced threat prevention and protection against malware, ransomware, and other cyber threats.
77. McAfee Endpoint Security provides complete endpoint protection, including threat prevention, firewall, and web control.
78. Kaspersky Endpoint Security is a comprehensive endpoint protection solution that includes features such as vulnerability management, mobile device management, and encryption.

Endpoint Management Best Practices

79. Implement a comprehensive endpoint management solution to manage and secure all endpoints.
80. Develop and enforce endpoint security policies that include regular patching and updates, strong passwords, and multi-factor authentication.
81. Conduct regular endpoint security training for employees to help them identify and avoid potential threats.
82. Use endpoint encryption to protect sensitive data stored on endpoint devices.
83. Regularly backup endpoint data to ensure data is not lost in case of a security breach or device failure.
84. Monitor endpoint devices for unusual activity and immediately investigate any suspicious activity.
85. Regularly test endpoint management systems and solutions to ensure they are effective and up-to-date.
86. Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities and develop strategies to mitigate them.
87. Develop an incident response plan that includes procedures for responding to and recovering from a security breach.

The Future of Endpoint Management

88. The use of artificial intelligence and machine learning is expected to revolutionize endpoint management by providing more advanced threat detection and prevention capabilities.
89. The endpoint management market is expected to continue to grow, driven by increasing demand for advanced security solutions and the increasing adoption of cloud-based technologies.
90. The rise of remote work and bring-your-own-device (BYOD) policies is expected to increase the demand for endpoint management solutions that can manage and secure a wide range of endpoint devices.
91. The shift to a more proactive approach to endpoint security, rather than reactive, is expected to continue, with a focus on identifying and mitigating potential threats before they can cause damage.

Conclusion

Endpoint management is a critical component of any organization’s IT infrastructure. With the rise of remote work and the increasing number of endpoints in use, effective endpoint management has become more important than ever. The statistics outlined in this article highlight the challenges and opportunities of endpoint management in today’s technology landscape.

Whether your organization is a small business or a large enterprise, it is essential to have a comprehensive endpoint management strategy in place. By using the right tools and technologies, you can streamline endpoint management, reduce costs, and improve security.

We hope that the insights and statistics presented in this article have been useful in understanding the current state of endpoint management. As the technology landscape continues to evolve, it is important to stay informed and adapt to new challenges and opportunities.