Open Threat Exchange

Open Threat Exchange (OTX) is an open platform for sharing information about cyber threats. It is operated by the security company AlienVault (now part of AT&T Cybersecurity) and is used to quickly and collaboratively share insights about attacks, vulnerabilities, malware and attackers.

What exactly is OTX?

OTX is a threat intelligence network where security experts, companies and research institutions compile data on current threats. This information is published in so-called pulses – structured posts that contain IP addresses, domains, hash values or attacker tactics, for example.

OTX is based on the principle of collective defence: when one company detects a new threat, others can benefit by taking protective measures at an early stage.

Why do you need OTX?

To detect and assess new threats
For early warnings about ongoing or imminent attacks
To enrich security solutions (e.g. firewalls, SIEMs, endpoint protection) with up-to-date indicators
For exchange with the security community

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