Symantec Bolsters Cyber Security Service Portfolio as Threat Profile Increases

Symantec is now offering a portfolio of Cyber Security Services which include: 1) DeepSight™ Intelligence for advanced adversary and threat intelligence so you can get ahead of emerging threats, 2)  Managed Security Services for 24x7x365 global threat monitoring and analysis by your designated team across our SOCs in Europe, Asia, and North America, 3) Incident Response for response program readiness and a proactive Retainer subscription for fast and effective action when compromised, and 4)  Security Simulation for skills development through live-fire virtual simulations of today’s most sophisticated attacks.

 At the same time Forrester Research reports that vendors have inundated the information security market with bloated claims of actionable threat intelligence. S&R professionals need to understand what useful threat intel looks like, so they can make the appropriate investments for their security program. Forrester defines threat intelligence as: The details of the motivations, intent, and capabilities of internal and external threat actors. Threat intelligence includes specifics on the tactics, techniques, and procedures of these adversaries. Threat intelligence’s primary purpose is to inform business decisions regarding the risks and implications

associated with threats. Download the complete Forrester report at: https://know.elq.symantec.com/LP=1524?CID=70150000000dlpUAAQ&MC=191071&OC=81146&OT=WP&WPN=140&TT=SW How valid are these threats and mitigation services? Send your comments to the Cloud and Cyber Security Center.