Isolating a Windows machine post-infection

The process of isolating a compromised endpoint is an essential part of IR in a SOC. In order to stop the threat from spreading and inflicting further damage, you must isolate the infected device or system from the network immediately. Also remember that it is important to examine the severity of the compromise, the value of the asset, and the potential impact on the business before deciding on an isolation strategy; isolation is not a silver bullet. A ransomware attack is an essential attack scenario in which isolation is a crucial step. Ransomware is a type of malware that encrypts the data of a victim and demands payment for the decryption key. It frequently spreads quickly throughout a network, potentially affecting many endpoints. In this section, we will isolate a Windows machine post-infection by malware. We will utilize the Wazuh active response capability to create an automatic outbound rule to block all outgoing traffic. In this...