MITRE Launches Anti-Fraud Framework for Organizations
Mitre Releases Fight Fraud Framework to Help Organizations Counter Fraudulent Activities
Mitre, a renowned non-profit organization focused on advancing cybersecurity and data analytics, has unveiled a new framework to combat fraudulent activities.
The framework offers a structured and standardized approach to describing cyber-fraud incidents, allowing for better communication and coordination among stakeholders.
It introduces two new tactics: “positioning,” which encompasses the post-compromise actions taken to collect and manipulate data, and “monetization,” which involves the conversion of compromised assets into usable value.
These additions acknowledge the distinct nature of fraud, where success relies on moving and extracting value rather than mere access.
New Tactics Introduced:
- Positioning: Post-compromise actions to collect and manipulate data.
- Monetization: Conversion of compromised assets into usable value.
The framework enables defenders to track fraudulent activities from initial compromise through financial impact.
Mitre emphasizes that the Fight Fraud Framework serves as a shared language for cyber and fraud defenders to enumerate material components of fraudulent activities.
The framework is designed to be globally accessible, open, and free for use, making it a valuable resource for organizations seeking to enhance their fraud detection capabilities.
Additional resources have been made available on a GitHub repository, providing details on the framework’s design principles, methodology, and usage.
This repository also invites interested parties to contribute to the project, promoting community engagement and collaboration in the fight against fraudulent activities.