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Cyber Threat Intelligence is essential for identifying and mitigating potential security risks in the digital landscape. This course will show you how to use cyber threat intelligence effectively, involving gathering insights from multiple sources, processing and analyzing data, and disseminating results to relevant stakeholders.
Who is this course for? Persons with an IT background or people interested in learning more about cybersecurity, including from policymaking, law, civil society and academia. No previous experience in cybersecurity or technical knowledge in incident management is required.
What will you learn? After taking this course, you will be able to:
- Explain what Cyber Threat Intelligence is and demonstrate how it contributes to a proactive rather than reactive posture against cybersecurity threats
- Explain the difference between data, information and intelligence, as well as the difference between strategic, operational and tactical Cyber Threat Intelligence
- Name at least 3 relevant sources for Cyber Threat Intelligence
- Explain why automated data collection, collaboration and threat evaluation are pivotal for Cyber Threat Intelligence, as well as why AI holds significant potential for Cyber Threat Intelligence
- Describe the main aspects of the MITRE ATT&CK Framework.
How much time do you need to invest? You will need approx. 60 minutes to complete this course.
Topics: Cyber Threat Intelligence, indicator of compromise, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Security and Information and Event Management, SIEM, threat evaluation
Certificate: The platform will automatically generate a certificate of participation once you have completed the course and passed the final test. The passing mark is set at 75%. You will also receive an open badge you can share on professional networks.
Course Developers: GIZ / p-didakt
Course Providers: GIZ
Course Contact: Partnership for Cybersecurity / partnership.cybersecurity@giz.de
License: Creative Commons BY-SA
Publication Date: 17 July 2025
Additional information: This material has been developed with artificial intelligence (AI) support to enhance clarity, engagement, and accessibility. Some content and images have been generated or refined using AI tools and enhanced with human quality assurance.
