In order to free users from the constraints of conventional SIEM solutions and accelerate the development of AI-Native Security Operations Centres (SOCs), CrowdStrike has introduced new developments in its Falcon® Next-Gen SIEM. With the help of these advancements, security teams will be able to outpace cyber attackers in speed, simplify threat detection and response procedures, and expedite SOC transition.
Breaking Free from Legacy SIEM Constraints
“As cyberattacks continue to escalate in speed and sophistication, security operations must keep pace to effectively detect, investigate, and respond to threats,” stated George Kurtz, CEO and co-founder of CrowdStrike. “Legacy SIEMs have fallen short of delivering on this promise, burdening security analysts with slow search speeds and complex data navigation. CrowdStrike’s Falcon Next-Gen SIEM sets a new standard, leveraging AI and workflow automation to power the modern SOC and deliver instant time-to-value.”
AI-Native SOC: Enhancing Visibility and Response
Falcon Next-Gen SIEM is designed to revolutionize the AI-Native SOC, offering unparalleled search performance and a substantial reduction in total cost of ownership compared to legacy SIEM solutions. Key innovations in the latest release include:
Generative AI and Workflow Automation:
Charlotte AI Integration: CrowdStrike’s Generative AI, Charlotte AI, is now available for all Falcon data, enabling analysts to leverage AI-powered insights and conduct investigations with unprecedented speed and efficiency.
Automated Incident Investigation: Charlotte AI streamlines investigations by correlating contextual data into single incidents and generating LLM-powered incident summaries for analysts of all skill levels.
GenAI Promptbooks: Out-of-the-box prompt books facilitate common analyst workflows across detection, investigation, hunting, and response, enhancing operational velocity and efficiency.
Rapid Data Ingestion and Consolidation:
Expanded Data Ecosystem: Falcon Next-Gen SIEM includes new connectors for seamless integration of third-party IT and security data into the unified Falcon platform.
Cloud Connectors: Comprehensive connectors for AWS, Azure, and GCP enable effortless integration with key cloud services, enhancing visibility and threat detection.
Automated Data Normalization: New parsers streamline data onboarding and automate normalization, ensuring rapid and accurate detection and response across all data sources.
Enhanced Analyst Experience:
Automated Incident Enrichment: Automated enrichment capabilities provide analysts with comprehensive context from the Falcon platform, reducing investigation time and enhancing threat understanding.
Case Management and Collaboration: Improved features support analyst collaboration and streamline incident management, fostering a more efficient and cohesive SOC environment.
Custom Threat Intelligence Integration: Analysts can easily incorporate threat intelligence into Falcon Next-Gen SIEM for enhanced threat hunting and investigation capabilities.
Conclusion
With CrowdStrike’s Falcon Next-Gen SIEM, AI-Native Security Operations Centres will be able to successfully counteract contemporary cyber attacks, which is a major advancement. Falcon Next-Gen SIEM, with its cutting-edge AI capabilities, optimised data input procedures, and improved analyst experience, is set to completely rewrite the rules for security operations in the digital age.
About CrowdStrike
CrowdStrike is a leading cybersecurity company focused on delivering next-generation endpoint protection, threat intelligence, and response services. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, CrowdStrike empowers organizations worldwide to safeguard their digital assets and defend against evolving cyber threats.
