Cloud security
Tips | 7 min read
Five common multi-cloud security challengesSwitching to a multi-cloud solution? Easy! Just kidding. Expel’s senior detection & response engineer shares some things you need to think about when going multi-cloud – and how to stay sane.
Security operations | 3 min read
Expel Quarterly Threat Report Q3: Top 5 takeawaysOur third quarterly (Q3) threat report is here and it’s overflowing with cybersecurity data, trends, and recommendations to help you protect your organization. Here are our top five takeaways from Q3.
Security operations | 3 min read
Top 5 takeaways: Expel Quarterly Threat Report Q2Our second quarterly (Q2) threat report is here and its chock full of cybersecurity data, trends, and recommendations to help you protect your organization. Here are our top five takeaways from Q2.
Threat intelligence | 3 min read
Expel Quarterly Threat Report: Cybersecurity data, trends, and recs from Q1 2022Top takeaways from our first quarterly report, filled with patterns and trends we identified from Q1 2022. Our goal? Help translate the events we detect into a security strategy for your organization.
Security operations | 5 min read
Evaluating MDR providers? Ask these questions about their onboarding processLooking for an MDR provider? Make sure you understand their onboarding process. Here are the questions you should ask when you’re evaluating MDRs. Bonus: learn how we do onboarding here at Expel.
Tips | 3 min read
5 pro tips for detecting in AWSCloud-based infrastructures can be confusing, but sometimes building a better security program starts with the basics. Try these pro tips to help focus the lens for detecting threats in AWS.
Security operations | 4 min read
Attack trend alert: AWS-themed credential phishing techniqueThey’re at it again. This time attackers are phishing for credentials by sending fake AWS log-in pages to unsuspecting users. Find out how our crew identified and triaged a phishing email.
Expel insider | 2 min read
Great eXpeltations 2022: Cybersecurity trends and predictionsIntroducing Great eXpeltations 2022: Cybersecurity trends and predictions — an annual report from our security operations center (SOC) on top threats, how to handle them, and what to expect this year.
Engineering | 5 min read
Threat hunting: Build or buy?Not sure if you should build your own hunting capability or get a hunting partner? Check out this post to discover your options and the things you should consider (yes, we break down cost for you).
Security operations | 4 min read
What’s threat hunting and is it worth it?Heard about hunting but are unclear on whether it’s something you should invest in? You’re not alone. Find out what it is and the value it brings to your org’s detection and response capabilities.
Expel insider | 4 min read
More good news in still unusual timesWe’ve reached a valuation over $1 billion thanks to our Series E fundraising round, led by CapitalG. Check out what our founders have to say about this exciting news and what’s next for Expel.
Security operations | 6 min read
Swimming past 2FA, part 2: How to investigate Okta compromiseFirst we showed you how to spot an Okta compromise in this two-part blog series. Now we’ll walk you through our investigation and share five tips on how you can strengthen your security defense.
Security operations | 6 min read
How Expel goes detection sprinting in Google CloudBuilding detections in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) but not sure where to start? Time to get strategic. Our detection and response engineers demystify the process for building detections in the cloud.
Security operations | 9 min read
Well that escalated quickly: How a red team went from domain user to kernel memoryA red team recently swooped in and showed off some new tactics. What started as a PowerShell download cradle quickly turned into a custom rootkit download. Find out how we spotted the crafty red team.
Security operations | 4 min read
Swimming past 2FA, part 1: How to spot an Okta MITM phishing attackCrafty attackers are finding new ways to bypass multiple-factor authentication. Find out how our SOC detected an attack and get some tips on how your org can prevent credentials phishing.
Security operations | 7 min read
Cloud attack trends: What you need to know and how to stay resilientWe shared the top attack trend spotted during the pandemic and what to keep an eye out for looking ahead. But how do you remediate and stay resilient against these attacks? Our crew shares some tips.
Security operations | 3 min read
Expel Hunting: Now in the cloudWe’ve added something new to Expel Hunting: cloud hunts. Find out how our crew’s newly developed hunting techniques can help you spot visibility gaps in your cloud (and give you some peace of mind).
Security operations
The top cybersecurity attack trend we saw emerge during the COVID-19 pandemicCheck out our newest infographic to learn about the top attack trend during the COVID-19 pandemic, how our SOC’s data reinforces these recent findings and how you should be looking ahead.
Engineering | 11 min read
Migrating to GKE: Preemptible nodes and making space for the Chaos MonkeysFind out how Expel’s internal teams collaborated to migrate our core infrastructure from a legacy environment to GCP, with no downtime (while also making sure they were prepared for a little chaos).
Engineering | 6 min read
5 best practices to get to production readiness with Hashicorp Vault in KubernetesFlying blind when it comes to running Hashicorp Vault in Kubernetes? We’ve got you covered. Accelerate your path to production without compromising on security with these tips and best practices.
Engineering | 8 min read
Containerizing key pipeline with zero downtimeMigrating to Kubernetes as Expel’s core engineering platform with zero downtime – and without interfering with our analysts’ workflow – is a tall order. But our engineers pulled it off. Find out how.
Engineering | 12 min read
Behind the scenes: Building Azure integrations for ASC alertsFind out how Expel’s internal teams built an integration on top of Azure signal – creating a new detection strategy for ASC that provides more context around alerts and improves customer visibility.
Expel insider | 2 min read
Introducing Expel Workbench™ for Amazon Web Services (AWS)We’re excited to announce the launch of our first SaaS product! It automates the investigation of AWS alerts and logs – allowing your team to spend less time finding and fixing security issues.
Security operations | 1 min read
Got workloads in Microsoft Azure? Read thisGot Microsoft Azure? Running Microsoft products in your org? Then you might want to get a free copy of our all-new Azure guidebook.
Engineering | 7 min read
Plotting booby traps like in Home Alone: Our approach to detection writingFind out how Expel’s D&R engineers think about detection writing, and how this process helps our SOC analysts make smart decisions and gain a deeper understanding of our customers’ environments.
Threat intelligence | 6 min read
Supply chain attack prevention: 3 things to do nowWhat do you do when you can’t trust the internet? Supply chain attacks like the SolarWinds Orion breach are not new. Here are some things you can do to help prepare and guard against similar attacks.
Security operations | 3 min read
The SolarWinds Orion breach: 6 ideas on what to do next and whyHere are some of our early observations on the SolarWinds Orion breach, plus our ideas on what to do next to detect related activity and better protect your org.
Security operations | 6 min read
Evilginx-ing into the cloud: How we detected a red team attack in AWSRed team sneak attack? Bring it on. Find out how we tackled a red team attack using open source offensive security tools in AWS and what you can do to protect your org from similar attacks.
Security operations | 2 min read
Introducing a mind map for AWS investigationsWe’ve been doing a lot of investigations in AWS using CloudTrail logs and have been noticing some interesting things along the way. So we created an AWS mind map for our team (and you). Check it out!
Engineering | 8 min read
The power of orchestration: how we automated enrichments for AWS alertsAutomation is key when it comes to helping analysts focus on doing what they do best – investigating legitimate threats. Find out how we use orchestration to automate enrichments for AWS alerts.
Engineering | 8 min read
Terraforming a better engineering experience with AtlantisTo build something useful you must first understand your users. Find out how Expel used Terraform and Atlantis to build a platform that makes self-service provisioning in cloud infrastructure easy. % %
Security operations | 8 min read
Behind the scenes in the Expel SOC: Alert-to-fix in AWSWonder what real-life investigation and response looks like in the cloud? Buckle up! Our team walks you through a coin-mining attack in AWS that they recently foiled – all the way from alert to fix.
Security operations | 8 min read
Why the cloud is probably more secure than your on-prem environmentIs your data really safer in the server room next door? Probably not. Here are five reasons why the cloud offers better security than your on-prem environment.
Security operations | 3 min read
Where does Amazon Detective fit in your AWS security landscape?If you’re running workloads on AWS, then you’ll want to know all about the latest and greatest AWS-native security tools. We’ve got you covered in our latest post.
Security operations | 5 min read
Making sense of Amazon GuardDuty alertsIf you’re running workloads on AWS, then you’d better be running GuardDuty. But what is it and how can you make sense of all the signals? Here are our pro tips.
Security operations | 7 min read
Generate Strong Security Signals with Sumo Logic & AWS CloudtrailLooking to get more or better security signals from AWS Cloudtrail? Learn how with Expel.io. See how we use the Sumo Logic SIEM for actionable data.
Security operations
Here’s what you need to know about business email compromise (BEC)How often does a business email compromise actually happen? And what should you do about it? Our infographic answers those questions and more.
Security operations | 5 min read
This is how you should be thinking about cloud security challengesYour IT team isn’t racking and stacking servers like they used to, but cracking the cloud security code is easier than you think. Get our pro tips for doing just that.
Tips | 4 min read
Four common infosec legal risks and how to mitigate themThere are four missteps we see happen often that open fast-growing companies up to unnecessary legal risks -- here’s how to course correct.
Security operations | 7 min read
How to build a useful (and entertaining) threat emulation exercise for AWSWant to test your analysts’ detection skills in the cloud? Here are our tips and tricks for building your own threat emulation exercise in AWS.
Tips | 4 min read
How public-private partnerships can support election securityElection security measures (or lack thereof) are making headlines. How can private sector orgs contribute to public sector security? Our CISO Bruce Potter’s got some ideas.
Tips | 8 min read
How to find Amazon S3 bucket misconfigurations and fix them ASAPWhy do Amazon S3 bucket breaches happen and how can you protect your own org from making this mistake? We’ve got all the AWS pro tips for you in our latest post.
Tips | 10 min read
Seven ways to spot a business email compromise in Office 365Learn what business email compromise is, BEC scams categories, and how to prevent or identify these spam phishing attacks in Office 365 including mailbox rule examples and more.
Security operations | 3 min read
Three tips for getting started with cloud application securityIf you're feeling like your SaaS security knowledge is a bit cloudy, these three pro tips will get you started on the right path.
Security operations | 3 min read
Office 365 security best practices: five things to do right now to keep attackers outHere are five Office 365 security best practices to check out right now.
Security operations | 7 min read
Getting a grip on your cloud security strategyUnderstanding how to think about cloud security differently is half the battle. At Expel, we've thought a lot about it, and we’ve identified three key points that should inform your cloud strategy.