Securing the keys to the kingdom: Announcing Executive Threat Detection
Source Cisco Talos
Description
Executive Threat Detection (ETD) is a proactive cybersecurity service launched by Cisco Talos Incident Response to protect high-value executive accounts from sophisticated, targeted attacks. It provides monthly human-led threat hunting and intelligence analysis focused on executives' corporate systems, addressing the gap left by enterprise-wide security tools tuned for average users. The service integrates open-source intelligence (OSINT) to identify emerging threats such as phishing kits and zero-day exploits targeting executives. ETD hunts for subtle, low-and-slow attack techniques and monitors corporate information for signs of compromise. It operates with minimal impact on executive productivity by leveraging existing security tools without requiring system changes. Monthly reports provide technical findings and strategic recommendations, enabling informed leadership decisions. ETD is designed to complement existing Talos IR retainer services, allowing rapid escalation to emergency response if needed.