Threat Hunting: Proactive Security for Modern Networks
Threat Hunting: Proactive Security for Modern Networks Threat hunting is a proactive security practice that looks for hidden threats in a network. It goes beyond alerts to find signs that an attacker is present and active. In modern networks, attackers can hide for days. Hunters use data from logs, endpoints, and network devices to spot unusual patterns before damage happens. What threat hunting involves Hypothesis-driven investigations: start with a question like “Could an attacker be using valid credentials at odd times?” and look for evidence. Multiple data sources: combine SIEM, EDR, DNS logs, NetFlow, firewall, and cloud logs for context. Pattern discovery: focus on small anomalies that don’t fit normal behavior, not just obvious alarms. Actionable outcomes: confirm findings, contain when needed, and document lessons for better detection. How to start ...