Cyber Threat Hunt 101: Part 1 - How Even the Best Defenses Sometimes Fail?
Before we hunt threats, let's talk about a challenging question! Why complete protection against cyberattacks is not possible? How even the best defenses can sometimes fail? There are multiple explanations for why complete protection isn't possible. The ever-changing threat landscape, complex digital systems, Zero-day vulnerabilities, and skilled attackers all play a role. Users are part of this, but putting all the blame on them isn't entirely fair. While the above reasons are all valid, more fundamental factors contribute to this situation: • The classic security-usability-cost triangle. • The Swiss cheese models. • Scope X. Let's discuss them.