Definition and importance of actionable threat intelligence.
Types of threat data: Indicators of Compromise (IoCs), behavioral patterns, and emerging trends.
Integrating threat intel into security operations.
Supply Chain and Vendor Intelligence

Risks posed by third-party vendors and supply chains.
Assessing and monitoring vendor risk profiles.
Best practices for securing the extended ecosystem.
Attack Surface Intelligence

Identifying and managing an organization’s digital footprint.
Tools and techniques for continuous monitoring of exposed assets.
Mitigation strategies for reducing the attack surface.
Dark Web Intelligence

Overview of the dark web and its relevance to external threat management.
Methods for monitoring and gathering insights from dark web forums, marketplaces, and leaks.
Understanding stolen data, credentials, and indicators of imminent threats.
Threat Actor Intelligence

Profiling threat actors and understanding their motives, tactics, and tools.
Differentiating between cybercriminals, hacktivists, nation-states, and insider threats.
Leveraging threat actor insights to enhance defensive strategies.
Brand Intelligence

Monitoring the organization’s brand presence online.
Identifying reputation risks such as phishing campaigns, impersonation, or defamation.
Proactive steps to protect the brand from external threats.