AI-Powered Cyber Threat Intelligence: Dark Web Analysis & Proactive Defense

This 6-day workshop offers a comprehensive, hands-on learning experience in AI-powered Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI). Participants will gain in-depth knowledge of advanced techniques for analyzing the Dark Web, detecting threats using AI, and developing proactive defense strategies. The workshop blends theory with practical labs, focusing on real-world applications like threat detection, risk mitigation, and integrating CTI into security operations. By the end, participants will be equipped to anticipate, detect, and counteract cyber threats effectively, leveraging cutting-edge AI tools and frameworks.

Day 1: Introduction to Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) and Threat Actors

• Overview of CTI, its lifecycle, and types of intelligence

• Understanding threat actors and attack vectors (phishing, malware, APTs)

• OSINT tools: WHOIS, Shodan, Maltego

Day 2: Collection and Processing of Threat Data

• Sources: Open-source, closed-source, and internal data

• Data collection techniques: Passive vs active, legal and ethical considerations

• Using tools like MISP and ThreatConnect for IOC analysis

Day 3: Advanced Threat Analysis and Attribution

• Techniques for anomaly detection, pattern recognition, and correlation

• Malware analysis for CTI: Static vs dynamic

• Threat attribution and case studies (APT29, Lazarus Group)

Day 4: AI-Powered Threat Detection and Monitoring

• Introduction to AI/ML applications in CTI

• Building and applying threat detection models

• Practical lab: Using AI for real-time threat monitoring

Day 5: Operational Integration and Threat Intelligence Sharing

• Integrating CTI into SIEM and SOAR platforms

• Automating threat detection and response

• Sharing intelligence: ISACs, STIX/TAXII standards

Day 6: Capstone Project and Final Exercise

• Simulated cyber incident scenario

• Collecting and analyzing threat intelligence

• Creating actionable intelligence reports and recommendations

This workshop is ideal for:

Security Analysts, SOC Engineers, and Incident Responders looking to enhance CTI skills.

Network/Security Administrators transitioning into CTI.

Risk and Compliance Officers seeking advanced threat intelligence knowledge.

AI/ML Engineers or Data Scientists interested in cybersecurity applications.

Graduate Students or Professionals in Cybersecurity, AI, or Information Security.

Pre-requisites: Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles and a willingness to learn AI techniques.