Comprehensive and Detailed Explanation From Exact Extract:

Cisco Talos is Cisco’s threat intelligence organization, delivering real-time threat intelligence and

malware analytics to help organizations detect and prevent threats before they impact the network.

According to the SCAZT guide, Talos provides comprehensive coverage of threat data including

signatures, indicators of compromise, and context-driven analytics. This intelligence feeds into Cisco

security platforms such as Cisco SecureX and Cisco Secure Endpoint to enhance detection,

investigation, and response capabilities. Talos is explicitly referenced in the Threat Response section

as the primary source of threat intelligence and malware analytics that supports cloud and endpoint

security frameworks.

Reference: Designing and Implementing Secure Cloud Access for Users and Endpoints (SCAZT) Study

Guide, Section 6: Threat Response, Pages 112-115.