Which types of threat intelligence can ES download?

The correct answer is that Enterprise Security (ES) can download threat intelligence in the STIX/TAXII format. STIX (Structured Threat Information Expression) is a standardized language for conveying threat intelligence, while TAXII (Trusted Automated Exchange of Indicator Information) is a protocol used for sharing this information. Together, they facilitate automated sharing and ingestion of threat intelligence across platforms, making it easier for organizations to respond to threats quickly and effectively.

Using STIX/TAXII is particularly advantageous because it supports richer contextual data about threats, which can include information about indicators of compromise (IOCs), tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) employed by adversaries. This formatting allows ES to leverage comprehensive threat intelligence feeds for better security posture and incident response.

While downloading from other formats or sources may be possible in other contexts or products, ES is specifically designed to integrate seamlessly with STIX/TAXII for robust and efficient threat intelligence management. This focus on standardized and automated threat sharing maximizes the accuracy and effectiveness of the security measures implemented by organizations using Splunk ES.