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Magnet Forensics Introduces New Magnet Nexus Hybrid Collection Agent

Every organization is unique—from its network environment and data residency requirements to the volume and variety ofendpointsand their operating systems.

Navigating this complexity while conducting equally complex digital investigations can become slow without the right solution.

That's whyMagnet ForensicsbelieveMagnet Nexus: to take the complexity out of digital investigations and help your team focus on uncovering the truth. Nexus is a solutionScalable SaaSfor remote researchendpoints.

Now they present the newhybrid Nexus collection agent- A single, lightweight, persistent agent that works with bothnexusas withMagnet Axiom Cyber, giving you complete flexibility to collect data fromendpointsremote using cloud or on-premises workflows,no need to redeploy the agent.

It is a unique technology, designed to bring together Magnet Forensics cloud and on-premises solutions, simplify workflows and give yougreater visibility and control.

You maintain control over how and where data is stored: whether by funneling collections throughnexus(cloud-based) for speed and scalability, or keeping everything within your own environment usingAxiom Cyberto meet stricter security, compliance and data residency requirements.

A single hybrid agent with two powerful workflows

In complex environments, analysts often face a dilemma between ease of access and operational control. In itMagnet Nexus Report, 42% of DFIR professionals stated that collecting fromendpointsremote is a challenge. The new hybrid agent eliminates those commitments and the delays they generate.

With this agent,no longer need to deploy two agentsnor choose between cloud speed and local control: you getthe best of both worlds.

The same agent can be used to start data collection:

  • From Nexus, leveraging the speed and scalability of the cloud with targeted collections across multipleendpointsand parallel processing; either
  • From Axiom Cyber, the all-in-one solution for deep forensic investigations and remote collections within your own environment. Ideal for highly sensitive investigations or when your organization's policy does not allow data to leave the region.

Watch this short video to understand what makes this new agent different, why you need it, and how it works.

Magnet Forensics has taken its proven forensic technology to the cloud, making it easier to investigate large volumes of data from multipleendpointsand helping to separate thecritical noise insights.

And now, they make it even easier tointegrate Nexus into your environment.

Designed for modern DFIR equipment in modern environments

For organizations that manage multiple tools and workflows in different cases,nexusand the newhybrid agentThey help simplify everything.

Here are some key situations where this agent really shines:

Full control over where your data is stored

Start collections innexusto take advantage of the speed and scalability of the cloud, or useAxiom Cyberwhen data must remain within your environment.
You decide where the data goes, making it easy to comply with internal policies, customer requirements or regulatory standards.

Less administration and faster deployments

Reduces “agent overhead” by eliminating the need to install two separate agents.
If you choose to deploy it throughout your organization as part of agolden image, your endpoints will always be ready for collection, with less maintenance burden and fewer installation requests.
Even so, Nexus allows agents to be deployed on demand if your organization prefers.

Unified workflows = fewer blind spots

Even when collection is started fromAxiom Cyber, nexusacts as an orchestrator, providing visibility into processes that were previously isolated.
Although the data collected is only visible within the local Axiom Cyber ​​environment, all activity is recorded in theNexus audit log, offering a centralized view of operations in both solutions.

Greater security and compliance

Collections are encrypted, authenticated, and fully auditable.
Additionally, the agent does not require self-signed certificates or custom firewall configurations.
The certification authority managed byAWSvalidates the agent, ensuring alignment with internal security requirements and avoiding delays due to custom configurations.

How to get started today
Hehybrid agent now availablefor all Nexus customers.

This update seeks to give research teams the freedom to work their way, without unnecessary obstacles.

To take advantage of it:

  1. Update to theAxiom Cyber ​​version 9.6and integrate your instance with Nexus.
  2. There is no need to redeploy the Nexus agent; HEautomatically updatesto incorporate new hybrid capabilities.
  3. Start launching collections from either solution:Nexus or Axiom Cyber.

Important note:internet connection required.
You must log in to Nexus from Axiom Cyber ​​to connect both solutions and allow Nexus to act as a data orchestrator.
The endpoints also need an internet connection to establish the link between Nexus and Axiom Cyber.

With the hybrid agent active, you can immediately collect data for any scenario, whether it's a legal hold, insider threat, or cyber incident, without having to wait to deploy a new agent.
This guarantees a fast and flexible response, tailored exactly to your needs.