Symantec Endpoint Security vs VMware Carbon Black Endpoint comparison

Broadcom and VMware are both solutions in the Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) category. Broadcom is ranked #11 with an average rating of 7.7, while VMware is ranked #18 with an average rating of 7.7. Broadcom holds a 4.2% mindshare in EPP, compared to VMware’s 2.0% mindshare. Additionally, 80% of Broadcom users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 88% of VMware users who would recommend it.

Symantec Endpoint Security

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Sep 9, 2024

Symantec Endpoint Security and VMware Carbon Black Endpoint compete in the endpoint security market. Symantec Endpoint Security tends to have the upper hand in deployment ease and customer service, while VMware Carbon Black Endpoint is preferred for advanced threat detection.

Features: Symantec Endpoint Security is recognized for its robust malware protection, extensive threat intelligence, and a centralized management console. VMware Carbon Black Endpoint is notable for behavior-based threat detection, cloud analytics, and ease of integration with other security tools.

Room for Improvement: Symantec Endpoint Security could improve system resource usage, reduce false positives, and enhance its user interface. VMware Carbon Black Endpoint could simplify the initial setup, improve integration with non-VMware environments, and streamline its user management processes.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Symantec Endpoint Security is often praised for smooth deployment and reliable customer service. VMware Carbon Black Endpoint has mixed feedback on deployment complexity and customer service quality, showing variability in support experiences.

Pricing and ROI: Symantec Endpoint Security users are satisfied with pricing and perceive a good ROI, citing the value of its comprehensive protection suite. VMware Carbon Black Endpoint users acknowledge higher upfront costs but see its advanced features as worth the investment, leading to positive ROI outcomes.

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Categories and Ranking

Symantec Endpoint Security

Ranking in Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP)

11th

Average Rating

7.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.5

Number of Reviews

142

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

VMware Carbon Black Endpoint

Ranking in Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP)

18th

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

6.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Security Incident Response (1st), Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) (15th), Ransomware Protection (4th)

Mindshare comparison

As of December 2024, in the Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) category, the mindshare of Symantec Endpoint Security is 4.2%, down from 5.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of VMware Carbon Black Endpoint is 2.0%, down from 2.6% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP)

Featured Reviews

PedroSoares

Senior Security Information Analyst at Modal Bank

Helps us block ports, like TCP and UDP, and we don't need to use Active Directory GPOs to block anything

One suggestion I have for both regular and mobile would be to collect all the information about installed software, such as versions, and give that information to the manager to help with software management. That would be a huge advantage for everyone who administers these tools. For example, EDR gives me some applications with a version linked to a CVE or a MITRE attack. That's really interesting, But we don't know about other software that is installed and that means we need to install and use other software on the workstation to collect that information. If Symantec could do that, it would help managers improve their security, as they would know all the software installed on each device. Because Symantec is already installed on a workstation, it would not be difficult for the agent to collect information about the software installed. It wouldn't need to do anything other than collect and share the information. That would be a huge advantage for the administrator. The more information we have about a device, the more secure we can make it. For example, there are types of software that can open a port that an attacker can use. If we know that such software is installed, we could just act before something happens. If Symantec could collect that software information, it would be amazing.

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Matthew Weisler

Sole Proprietor at Core-Infosec

Great granularity for policies or applications without needing hash values

The solution is cloud based which makes it easy to use for remote devices or work-at-home situations. The solution supports full trust or signature-based approvals. You can get very granular and band out policies or applications without having to do hash values. You can band through the entire environment by execution of the name or desk IDXE. This can be achieved on the policy side because of the signature, IOC, or naming convention itself. This is very effective for pushing more blockage or removing threats across the board. The solution has a very nice API on the back end for remoting into a system and executing scripts or utilizing self automation. This is useful for monitoring several different companies in a workspace or workbook-type format. For example, I report and send out mass emails from a clickable button in an Excel workbook. The APIs all exist for each client. I push out automatic endpoint monitoring and reports every single day at a particular time, with a simple clickable button that serves as a scheduled task for fifty clients.

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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"There is no other endpoint solution that will help you in preventing lateral-movement attacks on Active Directory. And Active Directory is one of the more critical assets within an organization."

"The most useful features are the antivirus, anti-spyware, and the firewall feature. It also provides application control and Host Integrity, which is a very unique feature."

"The most valuable feature of Symantec Endpoint Security is the protection of our systems."

"The tool has predefined rules, like which actions to block or allow. This makes it easy because I don't have to figure out what policies to deploy."

"It is a scalable product and is average stability-wise."

"This solution helps in that I can control quite a few computers from our central location, with ease."

"It is easy to use. Its interface is user-friendly. So, anybody can use it very well, which is a good thing."

"I like the intrusion prevention and Sonar features."

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"Carbon Black CB Defense has helped improve my organization by allowing us to have better data so that we can do correlation and get visibility into the alerts."

"The solution has a very nice API on the back end for remoting into a system and executing scripts or utilizing self automation."

"The product allows us to focus on endpoint and antivirus protection."

"The initial setup was fairly easy."

"It is a stable solution...The initial setup of VMware Carbon Black Endpoint was easy."

"Technical support is excellent."

"The product enables device controls, helping us protect the devices and prevent data leakages."

"The new feature that we're deploying, the new offering from Carbon Black, is MDR, which stands for manage, detect, and response. It's the most valuable feature because Carbon Black will be continuously checking the logs, and they will be advising us on how to improve some of the policies as well as review the logs. If there are any nefarious agents or things happening on the end points, they will know."

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Cons

"They should work on making the virus definition file lighter."

"We must have complete dissolution with advance care protection but we are finding out that we need more Symantec technical specialists. We have identified a need to hire at least one more technical specialist familiar with Symantec to improve our solutions capabilities."

"The whitelisting feature does not work as expected."

"Future releases should ideally be cheaper."

"The device can be outdated. More enhancement of network and discovery would help already great features."

"Symantec isn't good in terms of updating customers about updates. You'd normally have to search it out. Sometimes, the update process for the administration and management console can be a bit intimidating, and it can be quite inconvenient to get the updates. That's because when you have to do the update, you have to update the management console, and then you need to update the clients. Their application that's installed on desktops and servers needs to go hand in hand with the management console. Sometimes, it's a bit unwieldy to see that process through."

"It is only available to use on computers with higher-end specs."

"The solution has become quite complicated since Broadcom acquired Symantec, and we no longer sell it or try not to sell it."

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"Carbon Black needs to do a better job of proving their platform in the industry, and providing a bit more access to do industry testing with real world examples to help prove their platform."

"The product cannot perform an on-demand scan. They could add this particular feature."

"Certain settings have limitations. For example, I cannot manually block some malware activities."

"There are many different controls that are needed to be put into place for upgrading that makes it difficult. Having to re-engineer your IT infrastructure to match their software, as opposed to having it integrate and work independently causes difficulties. When there is an update to any software everyone has to be involved."

"The directions for Splunk are spot on, but it is difficult to find anything on integration with AlienVault,"

"The node management could be much better. The one thing that they cannot do very easily is change the tenant from a backend."

"This product should be cheaper."

"Its compatibility can be improved. It did crash a server during deployment, which is not something that I want to happen. Its deployment should also be easier. The whole deployment cycle needs to be simplified. It is an enterprise solution, and to set it up right now, you have to be an expert."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"It provides a good solution at a good price."

"They're on the reasonable side. They are at mid-level. They're not too expensive as compared to their competitors. They're also not too cheap. In terms of price structure, hopefully, they could do a subscription."

"It's not cheap."

"The prices fluctuate, but this year I think it was maybe around $12,000."

"The licensing costs are huge compared to what is normally included in the licensing with other products such as the Microsoft products that we're using. We're paying between $300 and $400 per seat."

"The licensing terms can range from subscription-based to perpetual, to annual, to tri-annual."

"We have some customers on a one-year license and others on a three-year license."

"Symantec Endpoint Security's pricing is okay. It is cheaper compared to other products."

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"The price for the solution is completely at government level, meaning one which is very high."

"The cost is a considerable factor, but the benefit factor is the most important. When you compare it with other products, the price is high. Carbon Black will negotiate the price."

"Overall, it was cost-effective too."

"It is more expensive, but it's worth it. There are no additional costs beyond the standard licensing fee."

"This is a really expensive product and we pay licensing fees on a yearly basis."

"The platform is expensive."

"The pricing [is] more or less the same as other similar solutions."

"The product is quite reasonable."

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Comparison Review

Darrick Kristich

Founder/CEO at KRISTICH SECURITY SERVICES LLC

Apr 17, 2019

Symantec opened our eyes to be able to see what's out there, but then we needed Carbon Black to be able to actively fix it

We are a partner in the managed security service provider (MSSP) space. We service hundreds of customers globally. We implement these solutions on behalf of our customers. With Carbon Black, we've been using them for about six years. We're an MSSP and channel partner with them, as well as an…

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

15%

Financial Services Firm

13%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Government

Computer Software Company

15%

Financial Services Firm

10%

Government

10%

Manufacturing Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

Questions from the Community

Which is better - Cortex XDR or Symantec End-User Endpoint Security?

Aqua Security is easy to use and very manageable. Its main focus is on Kubernetes and Docker. Security is a very valuable feature and their speed of integration is very good. The initial setup was ...

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Which offers better endpoint security - Symantec or Microsoft Defender?

We use Symantec because we do not use MS Enterprise products, but in my opinion, Microsoft Defender is a superior solution. Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is a cloud-delivered endpoint security s...

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What do you like most about Symantec End-User Endpoint Security?

Symantec have everything – documentation, videos, data sheets.

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What to choose: an endpoint antivirus, an EDR solution or both?

I can recommend Carbon Black, an award-winning next-gen anti-virus (NGAV) and endpoint detection and response (EDR) security solution. The CB Predictive Security Cloud platform combines multiple hi...

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What's the difference between Carbon Black CB Response and Carbon Black CB Defense?

Carbon Black offers two different levels of Endpoint Detection and Response. One is the VM Carbon Black Cloud Endpoint Standard (CB Defense), and the other is the Carbon Black Endpoint Detection an...

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What do you like most about Carbon Black CB Defense?

VMware Carbon Black Endpoint is a highly stable solution.

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Also Known As

Symantec EPP, Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP)

Carbon Black CB Defense, Bit9, Confer

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Broadcom

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Overview

Symantec Endpoint Security is a robust and reliable product that provides complete protection against viruses, malware, Trojans, and malicious files. It offers application and device control, ease of use in deploying and updating, a central control console, stability, scalability, auto-discovery capabilities, patch management, endpoint detection and response capabilities, intrusion detection module.

The Symantec Global Intelligence Network (GIN) provides threat intelligence and detection across endpoints, email, and web traffic. It has helped organizations reduce downtime, increase productivity, and improve security posture. Symantec Endpoint Security is easy to use, has a flexible administration, and offers more value than expected.

VMware Carbon Black Endpoint provides comprehensive endpoint security against ransomware, spyware, malware, and viruses, catering to both cloud and on-premise environments.

VMware Carbon Black Endpoint facilitates endpoint detection and response, threat hunting, application control, antivirus support, and protection for virtual and physical machines. Features include intelligent learning, whitelisting, and integration with other security tools, making it suitable for distributors, MSPs, and enterprises seeking advanced threat defense and real-time monitoring. With its capability to detect and stop malicious executables, it supports both offline and online environments and offers tools like command shell access for deeper investigation.

What are the key features of VMware Carbon Black Endpoint?

Intelligent learning: Improves detection capabilities over time.
Whitelisting: Allows only approved applications to run.
Integration with other security tools: Enhances overall security posture.
Centralized cloud control: Manages endpoints from a single interface.
Command shell access: Offers deeper investigation capabilities.
Dynamic grouping: Facilitates organized endpoint management.
Simplified policy management: Streamlines security policy implementation.
API for system remoting: Allows remote system access and management.
Twenty-four-seven support: Provides continuous assistance and response.

What are the benefits of VMware Carbon Black Endpoint?

Real-time monitoring: Offers constant vigilance against threats.
Threat hunting: Identifies and mitigates threats proactively.
Historical data analysis: Assists in understanding past incidents and patterns.
Improved endpoint protection: Enhances overall endpoint security.
Enhanced threat detection: Reduces exposure to advanced threats.

VMware Carbon Black Endpoint is implemented across various industries including technology, healthcare, and finance. Organizations utilize it in cloud and hybrid environments, enhancing their security frameworks with real-time monitoring, intelligent learning, and robust threat detection capabilities tailored to their specific industry needs.

Sample Customers

Audio Visual Dynamics, Red Deer Advocate, Asia Pacific Telecom Co. Ltd., Kibbutz Ein Gedi, and AMETEK, Inc.

Netflix, Progress Residential, Indeed, Hologic, Gentle Giant, Samsung Research America

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