The Future of Cyber Threat Intelligence: Anticipating and Preparing for Evolving Threats

Rajesh Kumar1

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Publication Date: 2024/09/23

Abstract: Modern cybersecurity protocols face unprecedented hurdles from the dynamic cyber threat ecology. In this context, the value of cyber threat intelligence as a prophylactic protective strategy increase (Abu, Selamat, Ariffin , & Yusof, 2018). This study provides a futuristic analysis of cyber threat intelligence, emphasizing the vital role that it will play in anticipating and becoming ready for evolving threats. This article also looks at threat actor methods, attack paths, and emerging technologies in an attempt to illustrate the dynamic nature of cyber threats and the need for adaptive intelligence solutions (Abu, Selamat, Ariffin , & Yusof, 2018). Ethical and legal considerations are also explored to highlight the necessity for a thorough and responsible approach to the gathering and implementation of cyber threat intelligence (Wagner, 2019). Through this thorough examination, readers will get a substantial comprehension of the technical developments and strategic requirements that will impact how cyber threat intelligence is developed (Abu, Selamat, Ariffin , & Yusof, 2018) (Wagner, 2019). This will provide enterprises with the agility and resilience to predict, mitigate, and respond to future cyber-attacks.

Keywords: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Strategic Imperatives, Risk Mitigation, Cyber Threats, and Evolving Threats.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/IJISRT24SEP430

PDF: https://ijirst.demo4.arinfotech.co/assets/upload/files/IJISRT24SEP430.pdf

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