SOC

Staying Ahead as a SOC Analyst

SOC analysts may not directly manage systems, but understanding common attacks and defenses is critical. Learning, documenting, and sharing insights with IT/Security teams helps broaden your perspective and makes you a stronger team player.

💡 Pro Tip: Stay updated on the latest threats and share critical findings with your colleagues!

Key Threat Intelligence Resources

• 📝 The DFIR Report Real-world intrusion case studies, analyzed step by step.

• 🛡️ CISA: Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog Official list of actively exploited vulnerabilities.

• 📰 BleepingComputer – Supply Chain Attacks Latest news on supply chain attacks and emerging threats.

• 🌍 CheckPoint: Live Cyber Threat Map Interactive visualization of global cyberattacks in real time.

• 🌐 Kaspersky Cyberthreat Real-Time Map Interactive 3D map of malware, spam, and cyberattacks worldwide.

• 🔥 Fortinet Threat Map Live visualization of malicious activity across the globe.

• ⚡ Digital Attack Map (Google & Arbor Networks) Focused on DDoS attacks, with live & historical data.

• 🛰️ Radware Live Threat Map Near real-time view of global cyberattacks detected by Radware’s sensors.

Remember: Knowledge is your first line of defense. The more you stay informed, the more resilient your team becomes.