Threat Intelligence
Threat intelligence in cybersecurity is the analyzed, actionable information regarding potential or current cyberattacks, helping organizations move from reactive to proactive defense. It enables security teams to understand attacker motives, tactics, and indicators (IOCs) to prevent breaches and mitigate risks faster
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In early 2020, a routine software update for SolarWinds’ Orion contained hidden malware, SUNBURST, leading to a global cyber-espionage campaign. Discovered by FireEye in December 2020, the breach highlighted vulnerabilities in trust and supply chains, with attackers, linked to Russian intelligence, exploiting a single vendor to access numerous networks for strategic data gathering.