DFIR: The unsung hero of cybersecurity

In today’s threat landscape, where cyberattacks are more frequent, complex, and damaging than ever before, many organizations are doubling down on prevention—deploying firewalls, endpoint protection, and threat detection systems. But prevention alone is no longer enough. When an incident inevitably slips through the cracks, the ability to understand, contain, and recover from the cyberattack is crucial. That’s where DFIR—Digital Forensics and Incident Response—comes in.

DFIR is the backbone of an effective cybersecurity program. It provides the tools and methodologies to investigate and analyze cyber incidents, uncover the root cause, collect digital evidence and prevent future breaches. When integrated into a broader security strategy, Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) transforms a reactive posture into a resilient one.

What is DFIR?

Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) is a specialized discipline that combines two vital areas of expertise:

• Digital forensics involves the collection, preservation, and analysis ...