While threat modeling can be easily done with simple pen and paper, there are some specialized tools available that can ease the overall process. We'll be looking at two such tools that can be used effectively for modeling threats.
Threat modeling tools
Microsoft Threat Modeling Tool
The most widely used tool for threat modeling is the Microsoft Threat Modeling Tool. It is available free of charge to all and can be downloaded from https://www.microsoft.com/en-in/download/details.aspx?id=49168.
Once downloaded and installed, the initial screen looks like this:
Click on Create A Model to get started with designing a new threat model, as shown in the following screenshot. You will be presented with a blank canvas to proceed...
