Active Response
Active Response
The Active Response module of the Amygdala XDR® enables your organizations to automate responses to security events. The active response allows security administrators to take immediate action when an alert is triggered, without manual intervention. Amygdala XDR® active response module provides a variety of actions like
Blocking IP addresses
When an alert is triggered, Amygdala XDR® automatically block your traffic and IP address associated with the event. It is done at the firewall or network layer, preventing further attacks from the same source
Terminating processes
When an alert is triggered, Amygdala XDR® automatically terminate your process associated with the event. It is used to stop malicious software from continuing to run on the system.
Quarantining files
When an alert is triggered, Amygdala XDR® automatically quarantine your files associated with the event. It is done to prevent malware from spreading to other systems.
Running scripts
When an alert is triggered, Amygdala XDR® automatically run your scripts that perform custom actions. It is done to automate the response to specific types of events.
Notifying administrators
When an alert is triggered, Amygdala XDR® automatically notify your administrators via email, SMS, or other methods. It is done to ensure that administrators are aware of the event and can take appropriate action.
Technical Description
When a security event is detected by the Amygdala XDR® agent, an alert is generated and sent to the Amygdala XDR® server for processing. The Amygdala XDR® server receives the alert and evaluates its severity and relevance. Based on pre-defined rules and policies, the server determines whether an active response is required. If an active response is required, the Amygdala XDR server triggers the appropriate response action, it includes blocking IP addresses, terminating processes, quarantining files, or running scripts.
The response action is executed on the affected system(s). For example, if the response action is to block an IP address, the Amygdala XDR® server sends a command to the firewall or network device to block traffic from the offending IP address. The Amygdala XDR® server logs the response action and sends notifications to the appropriate administrators. It provides a record of the response to the security event and allows administrators to review and verify the effectiveness of the response.
Features
Here are some of the key features of the Amygdala XDR®‘s Active Response module:
Automated Response
The Amygdala XDR® Active response enables the automation of your security operations, allowing administrators to respond quickly and efficiently to security events. It reduces the time it takes to detect and respond to security incidents, helping to minimize the potential impact of an attack.
Customizable Actions
The Amygdala XDR® Active Response module provides a wide range of customizable actions that is taken in response to security events, such as blocking your IP addresses, terminating processes, quarantining files, and running scripts. These actions can be tailored to the specific needs of an organization, making the response process more effective.
Integrated Workflow
The Active Response module is integrated with Amygdala XDR®'s broader security platform, which provides a centralized console for managing security events. This integration allows your administrators to see alerts in real-time, evaluate the severity of each alert, and take appropriate action.
Regulatory Compliance
The Active Response module helps organizations meet compliance requirements by providing automated responses to security events that are consistent with industry best practices and regulatory standards. It helps organizations avoid fines and other penalties associated with non-compliance.
Scalability
Amygdala XDR®'s Active Response module is designed to work with large and complex environments, making it suitable for organizations of all sizes. It is deployed on-premises or in the cloud and integrated with other security tools to provide a comprehensive security solution.
Technology-Supported, Protocols
Operating Systems
The Active Response module is used with a variety of operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and macOS. This allows administrators to respond to security events on any type of system in their environment.
Network Devices
The Active Response module supports a range of network devices, including routers, switches, and firewalls. This allows administrators to automate responses to security events at the network level, such as blocking traffic from a particular IP address.
Cloud Services
The Active Response module is integrated with various cloud services, such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. This allows administrators to automate responses to security events in cloud environments.
Databases
The Active Response module is used with different types of databases, such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Microsoft SQL Server. This allows administrators to automate responses to security events that affect databases.
Protocols
The Active Response module supports various protocols, including TCP, UDP, ICMP, and HTTP. This allows administrators to automate responses to security events that use these protocols.
Module Dependency
Key dependencies of the Active Response module
Amygdala XDR® Manager
The Active Response module is a component of the Amygdala XDR® Manager, which is the central component of the Amygdala XDR® architecture. The Amygdala XDR® Manager receives data from agents, processes it, and generates alerts that can trigger active responses.
Agents
The Active Response module relies on Amygdala XDR® agents to collect data from the systems being monitored. Agents send data to the Amygdala XDR® Manager, which can then generate alerts that trigger active responses.
Syslog and SIEM Integration
The Active Response module can be integrated with Syslog and SIEM technologies to send alert notifications to these systems. This integration allows administrators to view and manage alerts from a central location.
Amygdala XDR® indexer
The Active Response module can be integrated with the Amygdala XDR® indexer to provide real-time alerting and analysis of security events. This integration allows administrators to visualize and analyze alert data in real time.
APIs
The Active Response module relies on APIs to interact with other systems and perform actions. APIs can be used to automate responses to security events, such as blocking IP addresses or quarantining files.
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