Intel 471 Expands Partnership with the Retail & Hospitality Information Sharing and Analysis Center to Safeguard the Industry
Intel 471, a leading provider of cyber threat intelligence (CTI), has proudly reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the Retail & Hospitality Information Sharing and Analysis Center (RH-ISAC). This renewed partnership marks a significant step forward in Intel 471’s mission to bolster cybersecurity efforts within the retail and hospitality sectors, two industries that are increasingly targeted by cybercriminals. By leveraging its expertise in cyber threat intelligence and operationalized solutions, Intel 471 is poised to help safeguard some of the world’s most prominent consumer brands, including those in retail, hotels, restaurants, gaming casinos, consumer products, and travel.
This collaboration between Intel 471 and RH-ISAC will focus on enhancing the security posture of these industries by enabling organizations to detect, respond to, and neutralize cyber threats proactively. Intel 471’s comprehensive CTI offerings, along with its detailed threat analysis, will empower companies to understand emerging threats and mitigate risks effectively. The partnership aims to provide industry leaders with the knowledge and tools needed to improve their defenses against the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats.
The Role of RH-ISAC in Cyber Threat Intelligence
The Retail & Hospitality Information Sharing and Analysis Center (RH-ISAC) plays a pivotal role in supporting the cybersecurity needs of retail and hospitality organizations worldwide. Since its inception in 2014, RH-ISAC has functioned as a trusted community for cyber intelligence sharing, providing real-time, actionable information to its members. The center is focused on delivering both strategic and tactical intelligence, enabling organizations to stay ahead of cyber threats and enhance their cybersecurity practices.
RH-ISAC facilitates communication and collaboration within the retail and hospitality sectors, enabling its members to share valuable insights into emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and trends. Through regular briefings, webinars, workshops, and other resources, RH-ISAC ensures that its community remains well-equipped to respond to cyberattacks and proactively secure their digital environments. This collaborative model has proven effective in reducing risks across the industry and empowering organizations to strengthen their cyber defenses.
Intel 471’s Cyber Threat Intelligence Solutions
Intel 471 offers a unique approach to cybersecurity by focusing on intelligence-driven solutions that provide in-depth, real-time insights into the threat landscape. With its expansive global footprint and advanced data collection capabilities, Intel 471 gathers and analyzes data from a variety of sources to uncover the tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) employed by cybercriminals. The company’s team of experts conducts extensive research into threat actors, mapping their activities and providing detailed profiles that help organizations better understand the motivations and objectives behind malicious cyber activities.
This intelligence is then used to support organizations in mitigating risks and enhancing their cybersecurity posture. Intel 471’s offerings include customized threat intelligence feeds, as well as threat actor analysis and incident response support. By working closely with organizations, Intel 471 helps them align their security strategies with real-world threats, ensuring that they are prepared to detect and respond to attacks swiftly.
Intel 471’s solutions are designed to address the unique challenges faced by the retail and hospitality industries, where customer interactions often involve high-value transactions and sensitive personal data. Cybercriminals are keenly aware of these opportunities, making retail and hospitality a prime target for a variety of cyberattacks, including data breaches, payment card fraud, and ransomware attacks. By providing actionable intelligence, Intel 471 helps these industries identify potential vulnerabilities and implement measures to protect their critical assets.
A Stronger Defense for Retail and Hospitality
The partnership between Intel 471 and RH-ISAC represents a critical step in enhancing the cybersecurity capabilities of the retail and hospitality industries. Through this collaboration, both organizations aim to improve the industry’s ability to detect and respond to cyber threats in real-time, providing organizations with the intelligence and support they need to stay ahead of malicious actors.
“Retail and hospitality are customer-centric industries that provide a wealth of valuable data for cybercriminals to exploit,” said Brandon Hoffman, Chief Strategy Officer at Intel 471. “Our goal is to empower these organizations with the tools and knowledge to stay one step ahead of attackers. By partnering with RH-ISAC, we can strengthen the industry’s collective security efforts and protect the sensitive data and experiences that customers rely on.”
Intel 471’s cyber threat intelligence solutions are especially crucial in industries like retail and hospitality, where businesses are often interacting with millions of customers every day. These interactions create significant opportunities for cybercriminals to exploit vulnerabilities, either through direct attacks or by compromising third-party partners that interact with customers. By using CTI to track and analyze threats, organizations can better understand the tactics being used by malicious actors and take steps to prevent attacks before they occur.
Empowering Retail and Hospitality Organizations
The partnership with RH-ISAC is part of Intel 471’s broader mission to empower organizations to take a proactive approach to cybersecurity. The company’s expertise and resources help members of RH-ISAC better understand the threat landscape and make informed decisions about their security strategies. This empowerment is critical in today’s rapidly evolving threat environment, where new cyberattacks and tactics emerge frequently, and the consequences of a breach can be devastating.
Intel 471’s contributions will enable RH-ISAC members to access a wealth of intelligence that can be used to detect and respond to cyber threats more effectively. This proactive approach to cybersecurity helps organizations minimize the impact of cyberattacks, reduce downtime, and ensure the continued trust of their customers. Additionally, by sharing intelligence and best practices, RH-ISAC fosters a sense of community and collaboration that further enhances the collective defense of the retail and hospitality sectors.
The partnership will also support RH-ISAC’s ongoing mission to provide valuable training and resources to its members. As part of this effort, Intel 471 will contribute to workshops and webinars that educate organizations about the latest cyber threats and how to defend against them. This shared knowledge will help participants stay ahead of attackers and maintain a strong security posture in an increasingly complex cyber threat landscape.
A Commitment to Strengthening Cybersecurity in Key Industries
As part of the ongoing collaboration, Intel 471 will work alongside RH-ISAC to advance the security efforts of its members, with a particular focus on the specific needs and challenges faced by the retail and hospitality industries. These industries are at the forefront of digital transformation, with an increasing reliance on e-commerce, mobile apps, and other online services. While these innovations have brought tremendous benefits, they have also exposed organizations to new risks and vulnerabilities.
Intel 471’s role in this partnership is to help mitigate these risks by providing actionable cyber threat intelligence that allows organizations to detect and respond to threats before they result in significant damage. The company’s ability to track cybercriminal activities globally and its expertise in threat actor tactics makes it an invaluable partner in the fight against cybercrime.
“RH-ISAC is excited to have Intel 471 as an Associate Member, and we look forward to working together to strengthen the security of the retail and hospitality industries,” said Suzie Squier, President of RH-ISAC. “The partnership will be instrumental in improving our collective ability to respond to cyber threats and ensure the continued safety of the organizations and customers we serve.”
By combining the threat intelligence expertise of Intel 471 with the collaborative community of RH-ISAC, this partnership promises to provide the retail and hospitality industries with the tools, knowledge, and support they need to defend against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. As both sectors continue to grow and evolve, this partnership will be a key enabler in ensuring that they remain secure in the face of an ever-changing threat landscape.
