There are four methods of threat detection: Configuration, Modeling, Indicator, and Threat Behavior. Let us discuss each of these below.
4 Methods of Threat Detection
1. Configuration
The configuration method uses the system configuration as a metric of the security level. The reasoning behind this is that if a system is secured, then the system configuration should be configured appropriately.
Also, configuration methods are known as “configuration-based” methods since these methods rely on the system’s configuration.
2. Modeling
The modeling method uses the system’s model as a metric of the security level. + The reasoning behind this is that if a system is secured, then the system model should be modeled appropriately. Modeling methods are also known as “model-based” methods since these methods rely on the system’s model.
3. Indicator
Indicator methods use various indicators of the security level of the system. + The reasoning behind this is that if a system is secured, then its indicators should be normal. Indicators are also known as “indicator-based” methods since these methods rely on the system’s indicators.
4. Threat Behavior
The threat behavior method uses the system’s behavior as a metric of the security level. The reasoning behind this is that if a system is secured, then its behavior should be normal. Threat Behavior methods are also known as “behavior-based” methods since these methods rely on the system’s behavior.
In addition to these four methods, there are other ways to measure the security level of a system. In the following sections, we will discuss these other ways as well as how these relate to our four methods.
Other Best Practices in Threat Detection
There are several other best practices in threat detection that can be used in conjunction with the four methods mentioned above. These additional best practices include:
1. Context-Aware System Threat Detection
Context-Aware System Threat Detection is a method in which the system’s context is considered in threat detection. The reasoning behind this is that if a system is secured, then its context should be normal. This is also known as “context-aware” threat detection.
2. A System’s “State” in Threat Detection
A System’s “State” in Threat Detection is a method in which the system’s state (or status) is considered in threat detection. The reasoning behind this is that if a system is secured, then its state (or status) should be normal. This is also known as “state-based” threat detection.
What is Context
Context is one of the most important elements in computer systems; it provides the users and the operating system with information regarding the system’s current position or state. Thus, it can be considered as a crucial element for the user to interact with the system.
Context-aware computing is a term that represents a wide range of technologies and applications that are designed to take into consideration both physical and digital contexts when interacting with people and their environment. The context of a user and its environment will affect the way they interact with the computer systems and how they carry out their tasks.
For example, if a user is in a train station, she will be likely to want to use her cell phone to get train times, schedules, etc., but if she is at home, she may prefer using her desktop computer instead. In this case, context is used to help determine what device or application should be used for a certain function.
