A threat intelligence platform is made up of many primary features that allow an organization to implement a data-driven approach to security operations that builds on their existing security investments — infrastructure and people. It helps security teams quickly understand the most relevant threats facing the organization, make better decisions and take the right actions faster. While threat intelligence platforms vary from vendor to vendor, the core features include the ability to:

• Aggregate: Collects threat data from multiple sources, standardizes formats, and integrates with SIEM, event management, and ticketing systems.

• Integrate: Connects with security ecosystems, automatically updates threat intelligence into SIEM, firewalls, email security, and endpoint protection, reducing false positives.

• Correlate and Contextualize: Links threat data to identify the source, method, timing, and actors behind attacks.

• Act: Provides intelligence for SOCs and security teams to respond quickly, reduce risks, and proactively prevent threats.