Secureworks explains that the Cyber Kill Chain is a high-level framework outlining the sequential steps threat actors use to compromise a target, including reconnaissance, weaponization, delivery, exploitation, installation, command and control, and actions on objectives. Disrupting or breaking any link in this chain early is critical because the further an attacker advances, the more difficult and costly it becomes to stop them. Secureworks emphasizes proactive prevention, detection, hunting, and rapid response at each stage to effectively thwart attacks and minimize damage. The focus is on interrupting the attack lifecycle as soon as possible to contain threats and reduce risk.

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