Overview

The Attack Patterns section provides access to a comprehensive library of MITRE ATT&CK patterns, enabling you to understand, track, and defend against various cyber attack techniques. This knowledge base helps in identifying, categorizing, and responding to security threats effectively. Attack Patterns Dashboard Light Attack Patterns Dashboard Dark

Understanding Attack Patterns

Pattern Categories

  • Initial Access
  • Execution
  • Persistence
  • Privilege Escalation
  • Defense Evasion
  • Credential Access
  • Discovery
  • Lateral Movement
  • Collection
  • Command and Control
  • Exfiltration
  • Impact

Pattern Information

Each attack pattern entry includes:
  • Technique ID (e.g., T1234)
  • Technique Name
  • Tactic Category
  • Description
  • Sub-techniques
  • Detection Methods
  • Mitigation Strategies

Using Attack Patterns

Threat Analysis

  • Identify attack techniques
  • Map threat actor behaviors
  • Analyze attack chains
  • Assess risk levels

Incident Response

  • Classify incidents
  • Guide investigation
  • Determine scope
  • Plan remediation

Threat Hunting

  • Create hunt hypotheses
  • Define search patterns
  • Identify indicators
  • Track progression

Integration Features

Case Management

  • Link patterns to cases
  • Document observed techniques
  • Track attack progression
  • Map incident timeline

Threat Intelligence

  • Correlate with known threats
  • Map actor behaviors
  • Identify emerging patterns
  • Share intelligence

Reporting

  • Generate attack summaries
  • Create pattern analytics
  • Track pattern frequency
  • Measure effectiveness

Best Practices

Pattern Analysis

  • Review pattern details
  • Understand prerequisites
  • Identify dependencies
  • Map related techniques

Implementation

  • Document observed patterns
  • Link to incidents
  • Track effectiveness
  • Update procedures

Maintenance

  • Keep patterns current
  • Review classifications
  • Update documentation
  • Monitor trends

Team Training

  • Share pattern knowledge
  • Practice identification
  • Review case studies
  • Update procedures

MITRE ATT&CK Framework

Framework Overview

  • Enterprise Matrix
  • Mobile Matrix
  • ICS Matrix
  • Cloud Matrix

Tactics Categories

  • Why attackers use them
  • Common implementations
  • Detection strategies
  • Mitigation approaches

Techniques & Sub-techniques

  • Detailed descriptions
  • Implementation examples
  • Detection methods
  • Mitigation strategies