Cyber-attack detection and response using open-source tools

Pereira, Vanessa Rosa (2023) Cyber-attack detection and response using open-source tools. Masters thesis, Dublin, National College of Ireland.

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Abstract

Strong and effective cybersecurity measures are now essential, especially for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) with limited resources as the frequency and sophistication of cyberattacks continue to rise. This study attempts to determine the degree to which SMEs' capacity for cyber-attack detection and response may be improved by integrating open-source tools such the Wazuh, MISP (Malware Information Sharing Platform), TheHive and Cortex. The study will conduct a thorough literature analysis using a mixed-methods approach to identify research gaps and evaluate the effectiveness of the various tools. A realistic experimental setup will then be created to model various cyber-attack situations, and data will be gathered and examined. The study seeks to offer insightful information about the possible advantages of these integrated open-source tools, advancing cybersecurity practices in SMEs and boosting their resistance to online attacks. In the end, this research intends to equip SMEs with the tools they need to strengthen their cyber resilience and safeguard their vital assets from the always changing threat landscape.

Item Type:	Thesis (Masters)
Supervisors:	Name Email Jayasekera, Evgeniia UNSPECIFIED
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Open source; Security Operations Center; Incident Response
Subjects:	Q Science > QA Mathematics > Electronic computers. Computer science T Technology > T Technology (General) > Information Technology > Electronic computers. Computer science Q Science > QA Mathematics > Computer software > Computer Security T Technology > T Technology (General) > Information Technology > Computer software > Computer Security H Social Sciences > HD Industries. Land use. Labor > Small Business Sector
Divisions:	School of Computing > Master of Science in Cyber Security
Depositing User:	Tamara Malone
Date Deposited:	05 Nov 2024 11:34
Last Modified:	05 Nov 2024 11:34
URI:	https://norma.ncirl.ie/id/eprint/7143

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