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 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 […]
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 […]
GitHub Data Leaks: Detection & Prevention Guide
In a modern digital world, almost every company is a software development company. Your company may develop apps that provide digital customer experiences or build software that enable employee productivity. Developers use GitHub to collaborate efficiently and manage version control, recording and controlling software changes. Security teams know they need to monitor GitHub because the […]
Threat Intelligence Feeds: 9 Valuable Sources of CTI
Among the many available sources of cyber threat intelligence (CTI), threat intelligence feeds are incredibly valuable for staying informed about the latest threats and potential indicators about those threats. Whether observed in the wild and reported by real users or gathered by decoy systems that lure attackers in, threat intel feeds should not be overlooked. […]
