methodology

Threat Hunting

Threat hunting is a proactive cybersecurity methodology where security analysts actively search for hidden threats, anomalies, or malicious activities within an organization's network and systems that may have evaded traditional automated security tools. It involves hypothesis-driven investigations, using tools and techniques to analyze data for indicators of compromise (IOCs) or patterns of suspicious behavior. The goal is to identify and mitigate potential security breaches before they cause significant damage.

Also known as: Cyber Threat Hunting, Proactive Threat Detection, Security Hunting, Threat Intelligence Hunting, IOC Hunting
🧊Why learn Threat Hunting?

Developers should learn threat hunting to enhance their security skills, especially when building or maintaining applications that handle sensitive data, as it helps in early detection of sophisticated attacks like advanced persistent threats (APTs) or insider threats. It is crucial in industries like finance, healthcare, and government, where compliance and data protection are paramount, and for roles such as security engineers or DevOps professionals integrating security into the development lifecycle.

Compare Threat Hunting

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Learning Resources

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SANS Threat Hunting and Incident Response
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MITRE ATT&CK Framework
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Threat Hunting Project by Sqrrl
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Cybrary Threat Hunting Course
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Threat Hunting with Splunk
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Related Tools

Security Information And Event ManagementIncident ResponseDigital ForensicsThreat IntelligenceNetwork Security

Alternatives to Threat Hunting

Automated Threat DetectionVulnerability ScanningSecurity Monitoring