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Automating Response to Phishing with Cortex XSOAR

Google Cloud Training

This is a self-paced lab that takes place in the Google Cloud console. Work through an actual email phishing use case using Cortex XSOAR’s phishing response playbook.

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Automating Response to Phishing with Cortex XSOAR

Good to know

Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Designed for individuals working in cybersecurity who want to enhance their response to phishing attacks
Taught by Google Cloud Training, a provider of trusted and industry-standard training programs
Provides hands-on labs in the Google Cloud console, offering practical experience in phishing response
Helps learners develop skills in automating phishing response using Cortex XSOAR's phishing response playbook
Covers a focused topic (automating phishing response) within the broader field of cybersecurity

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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 Automating Response to Phishing with Cortex XSOAR with these activities:
Review Cortex XSOAR documentation on phishing response playbooks
Consulting the Cortex XSOAR documentation will provide you with detailed guidance and reference material on configuring phishing response playbooks, supplementing your understanding gained from the hands-on lab.
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  • Access the Cortex XSOAR documentation.
  • Locate the section on phishing response playbooks.
  • Review the available resources, such as tutorials, guides, and examples.
Discuss phishing response strategies in a peer group
Engaging in discussion with peers fosters critical thinking and allows you to share and learn from different perspectives, enriching your understanding of phishing response strategies.
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  • Join or create a peer group focused on email security.
  • Facilitate a discussion on phishing response strategies, sharing your knowledge and experiences.
  • Listen to others' insights and perspectives, actively seeking diverse viewpoints.
Configure a phishing response playbook in Cortex XSOAR
By following the steps in this hands-on lab, you'll gain practical experience in configuring a phishing response playbook in Cortex XSOAR, solidifying your understanding of how to automate response to phishing attacks.
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  • Log in to the Google Cloud console and navigate to Cortex XSOAR.
  • Create a new playbook.
  • Add the necessary tasks to the playbook, such as sending an email notification, quarantining the email, and blocking the sender's IP address.
  • Test the playbook by simulating a phishing attack.
  • Review the results of the test and make any necessary adjustments to the playbook.
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Attend industry workshops on phishing detection and response.
Gain insights from industry experts and learn about best practices.
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  • Research and identify upcoming workshops related to phishing response.
  • Register for and attend the workshops.
  • Actively participate in discussions and knowledge-sharing sessions.
  • Network with professionals in the field.
Contribute to an open-source phishing response tool
Actively contributing to open-source phishing response tools provides hands-on experience and deepens your understanding of the technical aspects of phishing detection and mitigation.
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  • Identify an open-source phishing response tool that aligns with your interests.
  • Review the tool's documentation and familiarize yourself with its features.
  • Identify an area where you can contribute, such as improving the tool's detection capabilities or user interface.
  • Submit a pull request with your proposed changes.
  • Collaborate with the tool's maintainers to refine your contribution.
Conduct simulated phishing response exercises.
Build hands-on experience in handling real-world phishing scenarios.
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  • Set up a simulated phishing attack environment.
  • Configure Cortex XSOAR with the phishing response playbook.
  • Simulate phishing attacks and respond using the playbook.
  • Analyze results and identify areas for improvement.
Develop a phishing response plan for your organization.
Enhance your organization's preparedness and response capabilities.
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  • Analyze your organization's phishing risks and vulnerabilities.
  • Define roles and responsibilities for phishing response.
  • Develop clear procedures for incident detection, investigation, and remediation.
  • Implement the plan and train employees on phishing awareness and response.

Career center

Learners who complete Automating Response to Phishing with Cortex XSOAR will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
A Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is responsible for the overall security of an organization's information systems. This course directly helps build a foundation with response automation to phishing attacks. A CISO needs to be aware of this type of issue and how to quickly respond to these issues. As a result, this course will be a valuable tool in a CISO role, particularly in the finance, healthcare, and government sectors.
Information Security Manager
An Information Security Manager plans, implements, and oversees security measures for organizations. This course directly helps build a foundation with response automation to phishing attacks. An Information Security Manager needs to be aware of this type of issue and how to quickly respond to these issues. As a result, this course will be a primary resource in an Information Security Manager role, particularly in the finance, healthcare, and government sectors.
Cybersecurity Analyst
A Cybersecurity Analyst is responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating cybersecurity risks. This course directly helps build a foundation with response automation to phishing attacks. A Cybersecurity Analyst needs to be aware of this type of issue and how to quickly respond to these issues. As a result, this course will be a primary resource in a Cybersecurity Analyst role, specifically in the technology and finance sectors.
Information Security Analyst
An Information Security Analyst plans and implements security measures to protect an organization's computer networks and systems. This course directly helps build a foundation with response automation to phishing attacks. An Information Security Analyst needs to be aware of this type of issue and how to quickly respond to these issues. As a result, this course will be vital in an Information Security Analyst role, particularly in the finance, healthcare, and government sectors.
Incident Responder
An Incident Responder responds to and investigates security incidents. This course directly helps build a foundation with response automation to phishing attacks. An Incident Responder needs to be aware of this type of issue and how to quickly respond to these issues. As a result, this course will be a primary resource in an Incident Responder role, particularly in the technology and finance sectors.
Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst
A Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst monitors and responds to security events. This course directly helps build a foundation with response automation to phishing attacks. A SOC Analyst needs to be aware of this type of issue and how to quickly respond to these issues. As a result, this course will be a primary resource in a SOC Analyst role, specifically in the technology and finance sectors.
Network Security Engineer
A Network Security Engineer designs, implements, and maintains security systems for computer networks. This course directly helps build a foundation with response automation to phishing attacks. A Network Security Engineer needs to be aware of this type of issue and how to quickly respond to these issues. As a result, this course will be a primary resource in a Network Security Engineer role, specifically in the technology and finance sectors.
Cloud Security Engineer
A Cloud Security Engineer designs, implements, and maintains security systems for cloud computing environments. This course may be useful for building a foundation for handling security incidents. A Cloud Security Engineer needs to know how to respond to phishing attacks, so this course can provide an entry point for learning this important skill.
Security Engineer
A Security Engineer designs, implements, and maintains security systems for organizations. This course may be useful for building a foundation for handling security incidents. A Security Engineer needs to know how to respond to phishing attacks, so this course can provide an entry point for learning this important skill.
Penetration Tester
A Penetration Tester identifies and exploits security vulnerabilities in computer systems. This course may be useful for building a foundation for handling security incidents. A Penetration Tester needs to know how to respond to phishing attacks, so this course can provide an entry point for learning this important skill.
Security Architect
A Security Architect designs and implements security architectures for organizations. This course may be useful for building a foundation for handling security incidents. A Security Architect needs to know how to respond to phishing attacks, so this course can provide an entry point for learning this important skill.
Security Consultant
A Security Consultant provides advice and guidance to organizations on security matters. This course may be useful for building a foundation for handling security incidents. A Security Consultant needs to know how to respond to phishing attacks, so this course can provide an entry point for learning this important skill.
Security Auditor
A Security Auditor reviews and evaluates security systems and procedures for organizations. This course may be useful for building a foundation for handling security incidents. A Security Auditor needs to know how to respond to phishing attacks, so this course can provide an entry point for learning this important skill.
IT Manager
An IT Manager plans, implements, and oversees the IT infrastructure for organizations. This course may be useful for building a foundation for handling security incidents. An IT Manager needs to know how to respond to phishing attacks, so this course can provide an entry point for learning this important skill.
Forensic Computer Analyst
A Forensic Computer Analyst investigates and analyzes computer systems for evidence of criminal activity. This course may be useful for building a foundation for handling security incidents. A Forensic Computer Analyst needs to know how to respond to phishing attacks, so this course can provide an entry point for learning this important skill.

Reading list

We've selected ten 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 Automating Response to Phishing with Cortex XSOAR.
Provides a comprehensive guide to security engineering. It covers all aspects of security engineering, from risk assessment and threat modeling to security architecture and implementation. It valuable resource for anyone involved in the design and implementation of secure systems.
Provides a comprehensive guide to cloud security. It covers all aspects of cloud security, from the basics to advanced topics such as cloud compliance and cloud forensics.
Explores the psychology behind phishing attacks and provides techniques for identifying and mitigating them.
Provides a comprehensive overview of computer security. It covers all aspects of computer security, from the basics to advanced topics such as cryptography and network security.
Provides a comprehensive guide to network security with OpenSSL. It covers all aspects of network security, from the basics to advanced topics such as TLS and VPNs.
Provides a practical guide to penetration testing. It covers all aspects of penetration testing, from planning and reconnaissance to exploitation and reporting. It valuable resource for anyone looking to learn more about penetration testing or improve their skills.
Provides a comprehensive guide to malware analysis. It covers all aspects of malware analysis, from collection and preparation to analysis and reporting. It valuable resource for anyone looking to learn more about malware analysis or improve their skills.
Provides a comprehensive guide to Android security. It covers all aspects of Android security, from the underlying architecture to the latest security threats. It valuable resource for anyone looking to learn more about Android security or improve their skills.
Provides a simplified yet comprehensive guide to incident response, suitable for beginners or those seeking a refresher on the fundamentals, complementing the more advanced topics covered in this course.

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