This in-depth guide equips cybersecurity professionals with the intelligence and methodologies needed to identify and disrupt counterfeit threats targeting brands and consumers. It explores how cybercriminals exploit web, social, and mobile platforms to launch phishing attacks, distribute malware, and conduct fraud using impersonated domains and spoofed identities.
The guide outlines a systematic approach to counterfeit threat mitigation, including:
Detection techniques using threat intelligence and external attack surface monitoring
Infrastructure mapping to reveal threat actor networks
Takedown strategies that prioritize speed, persistence, and impact
Best practices for integrating disruption efforts with existing SOC and incident response workflows
Whether you're managing threat intelligence, leading brand protection, or mitigating fraud, this resource offers a practical framework to proactively combat external threats that evade traditional perimeter defenses.