SOAR (Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response) is a term used to describe a set of technologies and practices that enable organizations to automate and streamline their security operations. SOAR platforms typically integrate with a wide range of security technologies, such as SIEM systems, endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools, and threat intelligence feeds, and provide security teams with a centralized platform for managing security incidents.
The “orchestration” component of SOAR refers to the ability to automate workflows and processes within the security operations center (SOC). For example, a SOAR platform might automatically enrich a security alert with additional context from threat intelligence feeds, or it might automatically escalate an incident to a higher level of severity if certain conditions are met.
The “automation” component of SOAR refers to the ability to automate routine tasks within the SOC. For example, a SOAR platform might automatically quarantine an infected endpoint, or it might automatically generate a ticket in the organization’s IT service management (ITSM) system.
The “response” component of SOAR refers to the ability to respond to security incidents in a timely and effective manner. A SOAR platform might enable security analysts to quickly investigate and remediate a security incident by providing them with the tools and information they need to make informed decisions.
A SOAR platform can help organizations improve the efficiency and effectiveness of their security operations, allowing them to detect and respond to security incidents more quickly and with less manual effort.
