Geopolitical Intelligence: The Definitive Guide
Geopolitics and cybersecurity for organizations of all kinds are increasingly linked. This has become increasingly clear in the past year with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, which has been called the world’s first hybrid war — attacks have taken place both on the ground and online. As Russia’s threat actors target Ukraine and its allies, nation-states […]
Threat Actors: The Definitive 2023 Guide to Cybercriminals
In a digital world, companies collect more data and more types of data than ever before. As people use more technology, they generate new types of sensitive data. While data protection laws and compliance frameworks often detail categories of information requiring enhanced protection, they fail to keep pace with technological advances. When people understand the […]
Threat Analysis: A Quick Guide
Every day, security teams go head-to-head with threat actors. As data breaches become more sophisticated, security analysts become increasingly overwhelmed. Between new vulnerabilities, malware variants, and attack methodologies, threat intelligence is more important than ever. However, depending on your organization’s unique security and IT stacks, not every new threat may be something malicious actors can […]
What is Advanced Threat Protection (ATP)?: The Definitive Guide
In today’s constantly evolving threat landscape, traditional security measures no longer suffice for protecting against sophisticated cyber threats. That’s where Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) comes in— a comprehensive security solution that goes beyond basic defenses to detect and respond to even the most advanced and elusive threats. If you’re rolling your eyes at another addition […]
Top Russian Cybercrime Forums in 2023
Cybercrime forums provide an outlet for threat actors to coordinate, exchange information, and conduct illicit trades. Often hosted on the dark web (but sometimes accessible via the clear web), these forums are hubs of malicious activity. The typical structure of a cybercrime forum sees a dedicated marketplace section that facilitates the sale of stolen credentials, […]
Tactical Threat Intelligence: Cybercriminals, TTPs, and More
Cyber threat intelligence plays a critical role in a proactive cybersecurity strategy. By gathering and analyzing data, security teams and company leaders are able to make quick and effective decisions about cyber security strategies and attacks. Not all cyber threat intelligence is the same however. Certain data is better suited for different uses. Some information […]
Strategic Threat Intelligence: The Definitive Guide
Modern technology has created a world where threat actors are continuously adapting new tools and techniques with the main goal of stealing data from companies. In today’s digital age, traditional defensive security measures are no longer effective at protecting business assets appropriately. Therefore, businesses must be willing to evolve and adapt their cyber strategies to […]
Offensive Cybersecurity: The Definitive Guide
When considering how to thwart threat actors and protect IT assets against cyber attacks, many organizations take an inherently defensive approach. Locking down systems and assets with protective tools and procedures like firewalls, employee training, and incident response plans makes sense. However, in today’s high-volume and sophisticated threat landscape, intruders continue to innovate and find […]
4 Types of Threat Intelligence
In a data driven world, information means empowerment. Security professionals often worry that threat actors may find exposure that could lead to a data breach. Whether from chatting on dark web forums or purchasing stolen credentials, malicious actors have access to vast quantities of data about different devices, attack methodologies, and vulnerabilities. External threat intelligence […]
RedLine Stealer Malware: The Complete Guide
We updated this article on October 19, 2023, to include information about META malware. While phishing attacks and malicious website links often lead to ransomware attacks, many deliver other types of malware. Over the last few years, attackers increasingly rely on infostealer malware variants to obtain employee credentials. According to Accenture’s research, the RedLine stealer […]
