Episode 41 — Managing Incident Response Execution: investigation techniques that reach the truth
This episode focuses on how incident response execution works in practice once an event is declared, because the GSOM exam often tests whether you can move from alert-level uncertainty to evidence-backed conclusions without destroying artifacts or rushing to assumptions. You will define core investigation techniques such as triage validation, scoping by observable facts, artifact collection from endpoints and logs, and correlation across identity, network, and host data to confirm what actually happened. We will discuss how to manage competing pressures—speed, business disruption, and incomplete telemetry—while still producing a defensible narrative that supports containment and recovery decisions. Real-world scenarios include a suspected credential compromise that may involve lateral movement, or suspicious administrative actions where you must prove intent and scope, plus troubleshooting considerations like missing logs, time drift, and unreliable enrichment that can distort timelines. Produced by BareMetalCyber.com, where you’ll find more cyber audio courses, books, and information to strengthen your educational path. Also, if you want to stay up to date with the latest news, visit DailyCyber.News for a newsletter you can use, and a daily podcast you can commute with.
