Top 6 Advanced threat hunting techniques for OT and ICS networks

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Advanced threat hunting involves proactively seeking out and identifying potential security threats within a network. The following are some of the techniques that can be used for advanced threat hunting in OT and ICS networks

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Analyze network traffic to identify unusual or suspicious activity, such as excessive data transfers or communication with known malicious IP addresses

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Network traffic analysis

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Analyze endpoint devices for signs of malware or other malicious activity, such as altered system files, unauthorized software installations, or unexpected changes in configuration.

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Endpoint analysis

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Analyze system logs and alerts to identify unusual or suspicious activity, such as failed login attempts, unexpected process launches, or unauthorized network connections

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Log analysis

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Analyze system memory to identify active malware and other malicious activity.

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Memory analysis

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Utilize threat intelligence feeds to identify known threats and to develop a profile of the attacker's tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).

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Threat intelligence

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Correlate data from multiple sources, including network activity logs, endpoint activity, and threat intelligence feeds, to identify patterns of behavior and identify potential threats.

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Correlation of data

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Advanced threat hunting improves OT and ICS network security by identifying weaknesses, enhancing threat detection and developing effective incident response plans

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