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    Threat-Informed Defense

    Less gut feeling, more impact: Threat Intelligence allows you to strengthen your security strategy in a targeted manner – proactively, evidence-based, and with maximum ROI.

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    Targeted measures against potential attackers based on systematic analyses

    Why does cybersecurity often remain reactive?

    CISOs and IT security officers repeatedly face the same challenges: the threat situation is diffuse, budgets have to be fought for every year, and security strategies remain reactive. Investments are often made based on gut feeling and negotiating skills rather than actual risk. The effectiveness of implemented measures is rarely systematically reviewed. As a result, risk management remains abstract and difficult to measure.

    How does Threat-Informed Defense make your IT secure?

    This is where Threat-Informed Defense comes in: Instead of spreading security measures randomly, it systematically analyzes which attacker groups are actually relevant to your company and your business model and which attack techniques (TTPs) the attackers use. From this, targeted and prioritized measures can be derived that can be verified and made measurable. The result is a security strategy that protects where it matters most, makes necessary investments visible, and generates comprehensible KPIs.

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    How you benefit from Threat-Informed Defense

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    Make your IT secure – with support from experts

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    My observation in numerous projects:⁠

    Many organizations invest in security technologies without validating their effectiveness against specific threats.

    With our evidence-based approach, we can help you use your resources in a more targeted manner and demonstrably increase the effectiveness of your security measures.

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    Threat-Informed Defense in practice:
    3 steps to a tailored security solution

    Step 1: Threat Intelligence

    Step 2: Planning and implementation of measures

    Step 3: Effectiveness test

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    Step 1: Threat Intelligence

    We analyze specific relevant attacker groups, their techniques, and methods to determine a clear picture of the threat situation. Using frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK, we identify and prioritize recurring patterns and derive targeted protective measures from them. The resulting findings are presented in structured overviews – known as heat maps – and provide a clear picture of potential attack paths.

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    Step 2: Planning and implementation of measures

    Based on the findings from step 1, we derive targeted technical and organizational measures. We then prioritize these measures according to risk, effort, and effectiveness and include them in a structured action plan. The goal is to proactively address the identified attack vectors and strengthen your ability to protect yourself against attacks in the long term.

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    Step 3: Effectiveness test

    Once the measures have been implemented, we check their effectiveness through targeted tests. These tests simulate attacks based on real and relevant TTPs (tactics, techniques, and procedures), thereby evaluating your systems' detection and response capabilities. The results provide an objective assessment of your defense readiness and serve as a basis for any necessary optimizations.

    Step 1: Threat Intelligence

    Step 2: Planning and implementation of measures

    Step 3: Effectiveness test

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    Step 1: Threat Intelligence

    We analyze specific relevant attacker groups, their techniques, and methods to determine a clear picture of the threat situation. Using frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK, we identify and prioritize recurring patterns and derive targeted protective measures from them. The resulting findings are presented in structured overviews – known as heat maps – and provide a clear picture of potential attack paths.

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    Step 2: Planning and implementation of measures

    Based on the findings from step 1, we derive targeted technical and organizational measures. We then prioritize these measures according to risk, effort, and effectiveness and include them in a structured action plan. The goal is to proactively address the identified attack vectors and strengthen your ability to protect yourself against attacks in the long term.

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    Step 3: Effectiveness test

    Once the measures have been implemented, we check their effectiveness through targeted tests. These tests simulate attacks based on real and relevant TTPs (tactics, techniques, and procedures), thereby evaluating your systems' detection and response capabilities. The results provide an objective assessment of your defense readiness and serve as a basis for any necessary optimizations.

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    FAQ: Frequently asked questions about Threat-Informed Defense

    What is the difference between Threat-Informed Defense and Threat Intelligence?
    While Threat Intelligence processes information about current and potential threats (attacker groups, TTPs, IOCs, etc.), Threat-Informed Defense uses this information to plan, prioritize, and review security measures on a risk-based basis. Threat Intelligence is therefore part of Threat-Informed Defense.
    How long does it take to implement in companies?
    The duration of the implementation depends on the size and complexity of the company. A complete implementation, which includes analysis, prioritization, and implementation of initial measures, usually takes a few weeks to months.
    For which companies is Threat-Informed Defense suitable?
    For any (medium-sized or larger) company that wants to tailor its security measures to real threats, prioritize them, and use its resources efficiently.
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    We are ready – are you?

    Let's talk about how you can systematically secure your business with Threat-Informed Defense.