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Threat Intelligence

The Big Picture

Cristian Pascariu

This course provides a solid baseline for cyber threat intelligence. You will learn how to leverage intelligence to understand adversary behavior and make use of indicators of compromise to detect and stop malware.

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This course provides a solid baseline for cyber threat intelligence. You will learn how to leverage intelligence to understand adversary behavior and make use of indicators of compromise to detect and stop malware.

Security incidents have become harder to detect, mostly because of the increase in malware complexity and variety. In this course, Threat Intelligence: The Big Picture, you'll learn the foundational knowledge of Cyber Threat Intelligence. First, you'll explore how to classify indicators of compromise using industry standard methodologies. Next, you'll discover how to search for and consume existing intelligence about the threats that you're dealing with. Finally, you'll cover how to maintain the quality of malware detections with a solid set of best practices. When you're finished with this course, you'll have the skills and the knowledge of threat intelligence to implement it into your current incident handline process.

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Syllabus

Course Overview
The Current Threat Landscape
Threat Intelligence Methodologies
Sharing and Ingesting Intelligence
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Searching for Indicators of Compromise
Doing Threat Intelligence Right

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Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Taught by Cristian Pascariu, who are recognized for their work in security intelligence
Explores cyber threat intelligence, which is standard in industry
Develops actionable skills for detecting and stopping malware
Teaches industry standard methodologies for classifying threats
Requires learners to have a solid background in security

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Threat Intelligence: The Big Picture with these activities:
Review Industry Standards
Gain a solid understanding of the industry standards used in threat intelligence by refreshing your knowledge beforehand.
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  • Familiarize yourself with the MITRE ATT&CK Framework.
  • Review the Structured Threat Information Expression (STIX) standard.
  • Understand the concept of Indicators of Compromise (IoCs).
Discussion Forums and Groups
Interact with your classmates, discuss and clarify course concepts, ask for help, and provide assistance.
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  • Join the online forums or discussion groups.
  • Participate in ongoing discussions.
  • Start new threads to discuss specific topics or issues.
  • Help others by answering their questions.
Threat Intelligence Tools Training
Enhance your proficiency in using threat intelligence tools to automate threat detection and response.
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  • Identify the most popular and effective threat intelligence tools.
  • Complete online courses or tutorials covering these tools.
  • Set up and configure the tools in a test environment.
  • Experiment with the tools' features and functionalities.
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Malware Analysis Tutorials
Enhance your understanding of malware analysis techniques, processes, and tools through guided tutorials.
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  • Search for reputable online tutorials or courses on malware analysis.
  • Follow the instructions and complete the exercises.
  • Analyze real-world malware samples using the techniques and tools you've learned.
Threat Hunting Exercises
Develop your threat hunting abilities by engaging in practical exercises and simulations.
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  • Join online platforms or communities offering threat hunting challenges.
  • Practice hunting for threats using provided datasets.
  • Analyze real-world security incidents and hunt for potential threats.
Contribute to Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) Projects
Gain practical experience in gathering and analyzing open-source information to support threat intelligence activities.
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  • Identify open-source intelligence (OSINT) projects.
  • Contribute to these projects by collecting and sharing relevant information.
  • Analyze the collected data to identify potential threats and trends.
Develop a Threat Intelligence Playbook
Create a comprehensive playbook outlining your organization's approach to threat intelligence, incident response, and security best practices.
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  • Gather input from relevant stakeholders.
  • Review existing threat intelligence and incident response procedures.
  • Develop clear and actionable steps for each stage of the threat intelligence and incident response process.
  • Test and validate the playbook through simulations and exercises.
Mentor Junior Cyber Threat Intelligence Professionals
Share your knowledge and expertise by mentoring junior professionals and helping them build their skills in cyber threat intelligence.
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  • Identify junior professionals who need guidance.
  • Share your knowledge and experience through discussions and Q&A sessions.
  • Provide feedback and support to help them develop their skills.

Career center

Learners who complete Threat Intelligence: The Big Picture will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Threat Intelligence Analyst
Threat Intelligence Analysts collect and analyze information about potential threats to an organization's computer networks and systems. Those looking to pursue a career as a Threat Intelligence Analyst will find the course Threat Intelligence: The Big Picture to be exceptionally relevant. The course's topics directly map to responsibilities a Threat Intelligence Analyst commonly carries out, including classifying indicators of compromise using industry standard methodologies, searching for and consuming existing intelligence, and maintaining the quality of malware detections with a solid set of best practices.
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Cybersecurity Analyst
Cybersecurity Analysts help their organizations prevent and predict cyber attacks by assessing and analyzing threats, investigating security incidents, and implementing security controls. The skills learned in Threat Intelligence: The Big Picture can provide a solid foundation in threat intelligence for Cybersecurity Analysts, from a conceptual overview to searching for Indicators of Compromise (IOCs). Those looking to pursue a career as a Cybersecurity Analyst will find the course's coverage of sharing and ingesting intelligence as well as doing threat intelligence with best practices particularly relevant.
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Information Security Analyst
Information Security Analysts plan and implement security measures to protect an organization's computer networks and systems. Those looking to pursue a career as an Information Security Analyst will find Threat Intelligence: The Big Picture can provide a solid foundation in threat intelligence, from sharing and ingesting intelligence to searching for Indicators of Compromise (IOCs).
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Cybersecurity Engineer
Cybersecurity Engineers design, implement, and maintain the security of computer networks and systems. Those looking to pursue a career as a Cybersecurity Engineer will find Threat Intelligence: The Big Picture can provide a solid foundation in threat intelligence, from sharing and ingesting intelligence to searching for Indicators of Compromise (IOCs).
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Incident Responder
Incident Responders investigate and respond to security incidents, such as malware infections and data breaches. The course Threat Intelligence: The Big Picture may be useful in developing an Incident Responder's foundational knowledge of identifying, analyzing, and mitigating threats.
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Vulnerability Manager
Vulnerability Managers identify and assess vulnerabilities in computer systems and networks. Threat Intelligence: The Big Picture may be useful in enhancing a Vulnerability Manager's understanding of threat intelligence methodologies, particularly as applied to searching for Indicators of Compromise (IOCs).
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Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst
Security Operations Center (SOC) Analysts monitor and analyze security systems for suspicious activity and unauthorized access, and respond to security incidents. Threat Intelligence: The Big Picture may be useful in expanding a SOC Analyst's knowledge of threat intelligence methodologies.
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Information Technology (IT) Auditor
Information Technology (IT) Auditors evaluate the security of computer systems and networks. Threat Intelligence: The Big Picture may be useful in expanding an IT Auditor's knowledge of threat intelligence methodologies, particularly as applied to searching for Indicators of Compromise (IOCs).
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Forensic Analyst
Forensic Analysts investigate and analyze computer systems to find evidence of criminal activity. Threat Intelligence: The Big Picture may be useful in enhancing a Forensic Analyst's understanding of threat intelligence methodologies, particularly as applied to searching for Indicators of Compromise (IOCs).
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Security Manager
Security Managers plan and implement security measures to protect an organization's computer networks and systems. Threat Intelligence: The Big Picture may be useful in enhancing a Security Manager's understanding of threat intelligence methodologies, particularly as applied to searching for Indicators of Compromise (IOCs).
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Security Analyst
Security Analysts monitor and analyze security systems for suspicious activity and unauthorized access, and respond to security incidents. The course Threat Intelligence: The Big Picture may be useful in expanding a Security Analyst's knowledge of threat intelligence methodologies.
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Penetration Tester
Penetration Testers evaluate the security of computer networks and systems by simulating attacks. Threat Intelligence: The Big Picture may be useful in expanding a Penetration Tester's knowledge of threat intelligence methodologies, particularly as applied to searching for Indicators of Compromise (IOCs).
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Malware Analyst
Malware Analysts investigate and analyze malware, which is malicious software that can damage or disable computer systems. Threat Intelligence: The Big Picture may be useful in enhancing a Malware Analyst's understanding of threat intelligence methodologies, particularly as applied to searching for Indicators of Compromise (IOCs).
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Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) are responsible for the overall security of an organization's information systems. Threat Intelligence: The Big Picture may be useful in enhancing a CISO's understanding of threat intelligence methodologies, particularly as applied to searching for Indicators of Compromise (IOCs).
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Security Architect
Security Architects design, implement, and maintain the security of computer networks and systems. Threat Intelligence: The Big Picture may be useful in enhancing a Security Architect's understanding of threat intelligence methodologies, particularly as applied to searching for Indicators of Compromise (IOCs).
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Reading list

We've selected six books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Threat Intelligence: The Big Picture.
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Open Source Intelligence Techniques
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Serves as a comprehensive guide to open-source intelligence gathering and analysis, empowering readers to enhance their threat intelligence capabilities.
Open Source Intelligence Techniques
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Open Source Intelligence Techniques
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The Art of Deception
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Explores the art of deception and social engineering, providing insights into how attackers manipulate users, a common vector in cyber threats.
The Art of Deception: Controlling the Human Element...
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The Art of Deception: Controlling the Human Element...
Kindle Edition
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Threats
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Introduces the fundamentals of threat modeling, a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating security risks, enhancing threat intelligence analysis.
Threat Modeling: Designing for Security
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Threats: What Every Engineer Should Learn From Star...
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Hacking Exposed 7
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Provides a practical guide to network security, covering common threats and vulnerabilities, useful as background reading for the course's focus on threat intelligence.
Hacking Exposed 7: Network Security Secrets and...
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Implementing Digital Forensic Readiness
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Introduces the fundamentals of computer forensics, which complements the course's coverage of malware detection and analysis, offering a broader perspective on threat investigations.
Implementing Digital Forensic Readiness
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Implementing Digital Forensic Readiness
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The Basics of Information Security
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Provides a comprehensive overview of information security fundamentals, serving as a useful reference for those new to the field, complementing the course's focus on threat intelligence.
The Basics of Information Security
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The Basics of Information Security
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Taught by Cristian Pascariu, who are recognized for their work in security intelligence
Explores cyber threat intelligence, which is standard in industry
Develops actionable skills for detecting and stopping malware
Teaches industry standard methodologies for classifying threats
Requires learners to have a solid background in security
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