Threat intelligence refers to the process of gathering, analysing, and interpreting information about potential or current threats to an organisation’s digital assets.
Organisations typically conduct threat intelligence through various departmental functions, including:
- a Security Operations Centre (SOC) which will monitors and respond to security incidents
- an Incident Response Team who will handle and mitigate security breaches
- a Threat Intelligence Team who will collect and analyse threat data to provide actionable insights.
Additionally, organisations often collaborate with external parties such as Threat Intelligence Providers who can offer specialised threat data and analysis through economies of scale with multiple customers, and specialised Security Consultants who can will provide expertise and support in threat intelligence and incident response.
By leveraging both internal resources and external partnerships, organisations can enhance their ability to detect, prevent, and respond to cyber threats effectively.