User Entity Behavior Analysis(UEBA)
What is UEBA and Why is it Important?
UEBA, or User and Entity Behavior Analytics, is a type of security technology that uses machine learning algorithms to identify unusual or suspicious behavior within an organization’s network. This can include unusual login activity, access to sensitive data, or unusual communication patterns.
UEBA is an important tool for detecting and preventing cyber-attacks and insider threats. It helps organizations identify potentially malicious behavior that may not be detected by traditional security measures, such as firewalls and antivirus software.
How Does UEBA Work?
UEBA works by analyzing the behavior of users and entities (such as devices and applications) within an organization’s network. It uses machine learning algorithms to build a baseline of normal behavior and then continuously monitors activity to identify deviations from this baseline.
For example, UEBA may flag a user who normally logs in from a specific location and accesses a small number of files, but suddenly begins logging in from a different location and accessing a large number of sensitive files. This could indicate that the user’s account has been compromised or that they are attempting to access sensitive information they are not authorized to access.
UEBA can also detect unusual communication patterns, such as a user who normally communicates with a small number of individuals but suddenly begins communicating with a large number of external parties. This could indicate that the user is attempting to exfiltrate data or engage in other malicious activity.
Benefits of UEBA
There are several benefits to using UEBA:
Early detection: UEBA helps organizations detect unusual or suspicious behavior early on, allowing them to take action before a cyber attack or insider threat can do significant damage.
Efficient monitoring: UEBA uses machine learning algorithms to continuously monitor activity, which is much more efficient than manual monitoring by security staff.
Reduced false positives: UEBA helps reduce the number of false positives, or benign activity that is flagged as suspicious, which can save organizations time and resources.
Improved incident response: UEBA can provide organizations with the information they need to quickly and effectively respond to a security incident.
Conclusion
UEBA is an important tool for detecting and preventing cyber-attacks and insider threats. It uses machine learning algorithms to continuously monitor activity within an organization’s network and identify unusual or suspicious behavior, allowing organizations to take action before a security incident can do significant damage.
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Written by Shehan Fransiscu — Cyber-Security Undergraduate — SLIIT
