Ep. 7: MITRE ATT&CK framework featuring Adam Pennington, MITRE ATT&CK Lead

The MITRE ATT&CK framework provides a standardized taxonomy and knowledge base of adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), enabling organizations to enhance threat detection, response, and mitigation strategies effectively. In this episode, Adam Pennington tells us about the origins of the ATT&CK project, how organizations can effectively leverage it, and the journey that led Adam to his current role as the project's leader.

Resources:

• Mitre ATT&CK website: https://attack.mitre.org/
• .conf24 agenda: https://conf.splunk.com/
• ATT&CKCon Presentations: https://attack.mitre.org/resources/learn-more-about-attack/
• ATT&CK Evaluations Program: https://mitre-engenuity.org/cybersecurity/attack-evaluations/
• Adam's BSides Talk (Bringing Intelligence into Cyber Deception with MITRE ATT&CK): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eL4iLUw1ee8
• Adam's DEF CON Talk (Emulating Adversary w Imperfect Intelligence): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cXlWY3OnjO0
• David Bianco's Pyramid of Pain: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Xrl6ICxKxI
• Dr. Fetterman’s blog: https://www.splunk.com/en_us/blog/security/revisiting-the-big-picture-macro-level-att-ck-updates-for-2023.html