Cisco Talos is Cisco's threat intelligence group. It's a team of security experts who monitor the global threat landscape, analyze cyberattacks, and provide threat intelligence to Cisco customers and the broader security community. Key responsibilities of Cisco Talos include: Threat research: Talos researchers investigate new and emerging threats, analyzing malware, vulnerabilities, and attack techniques. Threat intelligence: They collect, analyze, and distribute threat intelligence to Cisco customers and partners, helping them to stay informed about the latest threats and protect their networks. Vulnerability management: Talos tracks and manages vulnerabilities in Cisco products and provides patches and updates to address them. Security advisories: They issue security advisories to inform customers about known vulnerabilities and provide guidance on how to mitigate them. Incident response: Talos can provide incident response assistance to customers who have been affected by a cyberattack, helping them to contain and recover from the incident. Cisco Talos plays a crucial role in protecting Cisco customers and the broader security community by providing valuable threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and incident response services.