Why a 'Near Miss' Database Is Key to Improving Information Sharing
Summary
The article proposes the creation of a 'near miss' database where organizations can anonymously report attempted cyberattacks that did not result in a successful breach. This would provide valuable intelligence on emerging threats and attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) that are currently not captured by incident reporting.
IFF Assessment
This is good news for defenders as it suggests a proactive approach to threat intelligence sharing that could help prevent future attacks by learning from near misses.
Defender Context
Defenders should advocate for and participate in such initiatives if they are implemented, as shared intelligence on 'near misses' can provide early warnings of evolving attack vectors and methodologies. This proactive information sharing can help organizations bolster their defenses against threats that are still in their nascent stages.