ATT&CK Fundamentals

Training Description: ATT&CK Fundamentals

Course Overview

The ATT&CK Fundamentals training will introduce you to the key concepts of the MITRE ATT&CK Framework, a globally recognized reference model that helps organizations understand and combat cyber threats. This course will teach you how to use ATT&CK to improve your detection, response, and prevention capabilities against cyberattacks. You will explore the most common attack techniques used by cybercriminals and how to identify them using threat-based approaches grounded in real-world scenarios.

Training Objectives

• Understand the MITRE ATT&CK Framework and its importance in cybersecurity.
• Gain an overview of the different categories and attack techniques according to ATT&CK.
• Learn how to use ATT&CK to identify, analyze, and mitigate risks associated with cyberattacks.
• Enhance incident management through ATT&CK by integrating its concepts into the cybersecurity lifecycle.
• Develop skills to assess an organization’s vulnerabilities using this framework.

Training Program

1. Introduction to the MITRE ATT&CK Framework

• What is the MITRE ATT&CK Framework?
• History and evolution of ATT&CK.
• Different versions and updates of the ATT&CK framework.
• Why is ATT&CK a cornerstone in cybersecurity?

2. Key Components of ATT&CK

• Explanation of Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs).
• Tactic categories: Initial Access, Execution, Persistence, Privilege Escalation, etc.
• Structure of ATT&CK and how techniques are categorized.
• Introduction to ATT&CK matrices (Enterprise, Cloud, Mobile, etc.).

3. Using ATT&CK for Detection and Attack Analysis

• How to use ATT&CK to identify attack techniques employed by cybercriminals.
• Analyzing incidents using ATT&CK techniques to improve incident response.
• Tools and resources for detecting attacks based on ATT&CK.
• Real-world attack examples and identifying techniques with ATT&CK.

4. Implementing ATT&CK in Defense Strategies

• Integrating ATT&CK into existing security tools (SIEM, EDR, XDR).
• Strengthening defense systems using ATT&CK for proactive attack detection.
• Adapting security controls (such as firewalls, antivirus) based on identified ATT&CK techniques.
• How ATT&CK complements other cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS).

5. Using ATT&CK for Vulnerability Management

• How ATT&CK helps identify vulnerabilities within systems.
• Prioritizing vulnerabilities based on the techniques and tactics used by attackers.
• Using ATT&CK to test defenses and validate coverage of existing protections.

6. Security Posture Assessment with ATT&CK

• Assessing an organization’s ability to detect and respond to threats.
• Using ATT&CK for penetration testing and security assessments.
• Creating attack simulation scenarios based on ATT&CK to evaluate security team responsiveness.

7. Analyzing Results and Continuous Improvement

• How to derive lessons from ATT&CK-based exercises.
• Continuously improving security posture by integrating ATT&CK into the policy and technology review process.
• Developing action plans to mitigate risks identified via ATT&CK.

8. Additional ATT&CK Resources and Tools

• ATT&CK-compatible tools such as ATT&CK Navigator, ATT&CK Matrix.
• The ATT&CK community and collaboration resources (forums, blogs, events).
• Accessing attack technique databases and their updates.

9. Practical Case Studies

• Analyzing real-world attack scenarios and seeing how ATT&CK was used to understand and counter the attack.
• Interactive discussions on threat examples and how to identify them using ATT&CK.
• Attack simulations using techniques described in ATT&CK.

10. Conclusion and Future Outlook

• Leveraging ATT&CK in an organization long-term.
• Developing adaptive and agile defense strategies with ATT&CK.
• Resources for ongoing training and knowledge updates on ATT&CK.

Training Duration

The ATT&CK Fundamentals training lasts approximately 1 to 2 days, with a combination of theoretical sessions, live demonstrations, and interactive exercises.

Prerequisites

• Basic knowledge of cybersecurity and incident management.
• Previous experience in IT security or threat analysis is an asset but not required.

Target Audience

• Cybersecurity professionals: security analysts, security engineers, security architects.
• Incident management and cyberattack response teams.
• Red and Blue Teams looking to understand attack tactics and how to counter them.
• Cybersecurity consultants, auditors, and anyone interested in deepening their knowledge of the ATT&CK framework.

Certification

A certificate of completion will be awarded at the end of the training, validating the skills gained in using and understanding the MITRE ATT&CK Framework.

Join this training to enhance your ability to understand, detect, and respond to cyberattacks using the powerful MITRE ATT&CK Framework.