Episode 51 — Track adversary TTPs to anticipate moves
Tracking an adversary's Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) is the most effective way to move from a reactive defensive posture to a proactive, anticipatory one. This episode focuses on the use of the MITRE ATT&CK framework to catalog the specific behaviors observed during an intrusion, such as "Process Injection" or "Account Discovery." We explain how these behavioral patterns are much more durable and difficult for an attacker to change than simple indicators like IP addresses or file hashes. For the GCTI exam, you must demonstrate the ability to map technical logs to specific ATT&CK techniques and use that knowledge to predict the adversary's next likely step in the kill chain. Practical application involves identifying "TTP overlaps" between different incidents to determine if they are being executed by the same threat actor group. By tracking TTPs, you gain a deep understanding of the opponent's "playbook," allowing you to harden the network specifically against the moves they are most likely to make next. Produced by BareMetalCyber.com, where you’ll find more cyber audio courses, books, and information to strengthen your educational path. Also, if you want to stay up to date with the latest news, visit DailyCyber.News for a newsletter you can use, and a daily podcast you can commute with.
