Common Techniques for Malicious Activity Analysis
This section explores key techniques used to identify and analyze malicious activities, focusing on their role in detecting threats early and enabling a proactive security response. By recognizing patterns, analyzing user behavior, and assessing files and emails for anomalies, analysts can uncover suspicious activity and prevent potential attacks. These techniques enhance threat visibility and provide critical insights for mitigating risks before they escalate. Next, you will review email analysis and, specifically, how to analyze key information found in emails.
Email Analysis
Email is a primary communication channel in both professional and personal contexts, making it a common target for cybercriminals. Its susceptibility to attacks stems from the ease with which attackers can craft convincing messages that reach a large number of recipients, exploiting trust and familiarity with common communication formats. Attackers often...