Cybersecurity professionals face mounting pressure to stay ahead of attackers. From zero-days to targeted campaigns, the need for actionable intelligence is clear — but not every team requires a dedicated threat intelligence feed. That’s why GreyNoise created this unbiased, vendor-neutral white paper: to help security professionals navigate the complexity, assess their true needs, and make informed decisions about the type of threat intelligence feed that’s right for them.
Before investing, it’s essential to ask:
- Do we actually need a threat intelligence feed?
- If we do, what kind of feed will provide the most value?
This vendor-neutral, practical white paper offers clear, unbiased guidance to help you:
- Assess your team’s goals and risk profile to determine if a threat intel feed aligns with your needs.
- Identify gaps in your current capabilities, including blind spots in threat detection or response.
- Learn how to evaluate and compare different threat intelligence options — from embedded feeds to dedicated providers — based on timeliness, context, integration, and scalability.
Key Insights from the Guide
- Understand the limitations of embedded feeds and when they’re enough.
- Spot critical gaps that could leave your organization exposed.
- Evaluate providers with confidence to ensure ROI on your security investments.
Why It Matters
Not every organization requires a dedicated threat intelligence feed. For some, embedded feeds integrated into firewalls or SIEMs are sufficient. For others, targeted adversaries, complex environments, or sector-specific threats demand a more tailored approach.
This guide cuts through the noise to help you make an informed decision, whether you’re enhancing an existing setup or exploring new options.
Equip Your Team with Unbiased Advice
This isn’t a sales pitch. It’s a strategic resource to help you assess your needs, evaluate options, and build a proactive cyber defense strategy tailored to your organization.
Download the guide now to get clarity on whether a threat intelligence feed is the right move for your team
