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Rules and Alerts
In a Security Operations Centre (SOC), rules and alerts are essential components for monitoring and detecting potential security incidents.​
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Rules
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Rules are predefined conditions or criteria set within security tools, such as a SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) system, that determine what constitutes suspicious activity. These rules are based on various factors like network traffic patterns, user behaviours, and known Indicators of Compromise (IoCs). For example, a rule might trigger if there’s an unusual login attempt from a foreign country or if sensitive files are accessed during odd hours.
Alerts
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When a rule is triggered, it generates an alert. Alerts notify SOC analysts of potential security issues that need to be investigated. Alerts can range from low severity (e.g., minor anomalies) to high severity (e.g., signs of an active breach). SOC analysts prioritise and respond to these alerts based on their severity and potential impact on the organisation.
Rules and Alerts
​Rules and alerts form the backbone of threat detection in a SOC, helping analysts filter out normal activity from potential threats and respond quickly to incidents, ensuring the organisation's security posture remains strong.
A Security Operations Centre (SOC)
