Identification

Overview

The identification stage is crucial for confirming potential threats found during the investigation and separating true threats from false positives.

Confirming Threats

1. Validation: Check findings against known threat behaviors and indicators.

2. Context Analysis: Evaluate how the findings impact or relate to your specific environment.

Separating False Positives

• Correlation: Confirm anomalies by linking them with other suspicious activities.

• Behavior Analysis: Analyze the behavior of anomalies to determine if they are harmful.

Using Tools Effectively

• Automated Tools: Employ automation for quick and broad analysis.

• Manual Review: Use manual checks to ensure the accuracy and relevancy of results.