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About the Book
The Threat Intelligence Life Cycle: Planning and Direction, Collection, Processing, Analysis and Production, Dissemination and Feedback is a comprehensive guide for cybersecurity professionals, intelligence analysts, and decision-makers seeking to understand and implement an effective threat intelligence program. This book explores the structured and iterative process of transforming raw data into actionable insights that help organizations stay ahead of evolving cyber threats.
Through detailed explanations of the six core phases—Planning and Direction, Collection, Processing, Analysis and Production, Dissemination, and Feedback—this book provides readers with practical strategies to develop a robust threat intelligence framework. Each chapter delves into key concepts such as defining Priority Intelligence Requirements (PIRs), collecting and processing data from diverse sources, mitigating analysis bias, delivering actionable intelligence to stakeholders, and incorporating feedback to refine the process.
Whether you're building a threat intelligence program from scratch or optimizing an existing one, this book equips you with the knowledge to align intelligence efforts with business objectives, improve decision-making at all levels, and proactively address emerging threats. With real-world examples and actionable insights, The Threat Intelligence Life Cycle is an essential resource for navigating today’s complex threat landscape
About the Author
With extensive experience in information security, this professional excels in the field of Cyber Threat Intelligence and Incident Response. Their expertise ranges from the meticulous analysis of cyber threats, focusing on identifying patterns and attack vectors, to the development of detailed profiles of malicious actors. Proficient in the use of open-source intelligence (OSINT), intelligence feeds, and internal data, this specialist conducts continuous monitoring of emerging threats on the Deep Web and Dark Web, correlating data to anticipate targeted attacks and critical vulnerabilities. Their work also extends to incident response, collaborating with security teams (SOC and Red Team) to minimize damage and reduce response time. Additionally, they possess technical skills in malware analysis, task automation with Python, and mastery of tools such as Diamond Model, Exploit, OpenVAS, VirusTotal, AnyRun, HybridAnalysis, Yara Rules, Sigma Rules, MITRE&ATTACK, Cyber Kill Chain, PIR, Yeti, MISP, OpenCTI, CVE, CVSS, and EPSS.