Best MISP Integrations

MISP (Malware Information Sharing Platform) is a popular threat intelligence platform used for sharing, storing, and correlating Indicators of Compromise (IOCs).

While MISP's core functionality is powerful, its true potential is unlocked through a rich ecosystem of integrations that extend its capabilities.

These modules enable everything from enhanced data export capabilities to advanced threat intelligence lookups and sandbox integrations. By extending MISP with modules, organizations can create more sophisticated threat intelligence workflows and enrich their existing data with valuable context from multiple sources.

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Recommended MISP Integrations

With over 100+ MISP integrations available, it can be a daunting prospect to pick a subset to explore in detail. We've curated this list of what we believe are the most useful and essential MISP integration, based on many years of using and integrating with MISP.

Data Management Modules

MISP-CSVExport
This module provides enhanced CSV export capabilities beyond MISP's native export functionality. Security teams can create customised exports for integration with other tools in their security stack or for detailed analysis in spreadsheet applications.

MISP-PurgeEvents
One of the most valuable administrative modules, MISP-PurgeEvents addresses a critical gap in MISP's native functionality: the ability to permanently remove events. Here's why it's essential:

• UUID Blocklisting.When events are purged, their UUIDs are automatically added to a blocklist, preventing accidental reingestion of deleted data.
• Selective Purging. Administrators can remove events from specific organizations while maintaining the integrity of other data.
• Dry Run Capability. The `--dry-run` flag allows administrators to preview which events will be purged before committing to the operation.

Here's an example use case. Consider a scenario where you've ingested a feed with a basic tagging rule set. Later, you realize additional tags would enhance your analysis capabilities. With MISP-PurgeEvents, you can:

1. Perform a dry run to verify which events will be removed
2. Purge the existing events
3. Update your tagging rules
4. Reingest the feed with your improved tagging configuration

SIEM Integrations

Splunk MISP Integration
The Splunk-MISP integration creates a bidirectional pipeline between your SIEM and threat intelligence platform through its app and add-on components.

The system automatically ingests MISP events into Splunk's threat activity index and normalizes attributes into the Splunk Common Information Model (CIM), enabling sophisticated detections like identifying internal hosts communicating with known malicious indicators.

Through custom alert actions and automated workflows, security teams can build complex response chains - for example, when Splunk detects command-and-control traffic, it can automatically create MISP events, trigger external enrichment, and feed that enhanced data back into Splunk for enterprise-wide correlation. The Python backend allows precise control over data transformation and attribute mapping between platforms.

Microsoft Sentinel Integration
The Microsoft Sentinel integration with MISP represents a sophisticated bridge between traditional threat intelligence management and cloud-native security operations.

At its core, this integration leverages Microsoft Sentinel's Logic Apps and Azure Functions to establish real-time, automated synchronization of threat indicators between MISP and Sentinel's threat intelligence platform.

When new indicators are added to MISP - whether they're IP addresses, file hashes, domains, or other IoCs - they're automatically transformed into Microsoft Sentinel's ThreatIntelligenceIndicator format and ingested into your workspace.

This process maintains the rich context from MISP, including tags, categories, and threat actor attributions, making them immediately actionable within Sentinel's detection engine.

The real power of this integration? Its ability to enhance incident response workflows.

When Sentinel detects activity matching MISP-sourced indicators in your environment, it can automatically create incidents that inherit the context from your MISP instance.

For example, if Sentinel observes communication with an IP address that MISP has tagged as part of a known APT campaign, it can generate an incident pre-populated with the threat actor's TTPs, related indicators, and recommended response procedures.

Security teams can then use Sentinel's built-in SOAR capabilities to orchestrate automated responses based on MISP's threat intelligence. This might include isolating affected endpoints, blocking communications at the firewall, or triggering additional threat hunting queries - all while maintaining bidirectional synchronization of investigation findings between MISP and Sentinel.

Malware Sandbox Integrations

Cuckoo Submit
The Cuckoo sandbox submit integration for MISP provides automated malware analysis capabilities, transforming MISP from a threat intelligence repository into an active analysis platform.

When analysts encounter suspicious files or URLs within MISP, they can initiate Cuckoo sandbox analysis directly through the MISP interface, eliminating the need to switch between platforms.

The integration automatically captures Cuckoo's detailed behavioral analysis, including network traffic patterns, file system modifications, and API calls, converting these findings into structured MISP events.

Each analysis generates rich metadata about the sample's behavior, which MISP then correlates with existing threat intelligence. For example, if a analyzed file contacts a command-and-control server, MISP can automatically link this to other events involving the same infrastructure.

This automated analysis-to-intelligence pipeline significantly reduces the time between sample discovery and actionable threat intelligence, enabling faster detection and response to emerging threats.

Joe Sandbox Submit
The Joe Sandbox integration extends MISP's analysis capabilities by connecting it to one of the industry's most sophisticated automated malware analysis platforms. When security analysts submit files or URLs through this integration, Joe Sandbox performs comprehensive dynamic analysis, examining the sample's behavior in multiple virtualized environments to capture a complete picture of its capabilities.

The system excels at analyzing a wide range of file formats, from common executable files to complex document formats that might contain malicious macros or exploits. The integration automatically processes Joe Sandbox's detailed analysis reports, extracting key behavioral indicators, network communications, and system modifications. These findings are then transformed into structured MISP events, complete with rich context about the malware's functionality and potential impact.

VMRay Submit
The VMRay Submit integration connects MISP with VMRay's advanced sandbox technology, providing automated analysis capabilities specifically designed to handle sophisticated malware that employs anti-analysis techniques.

When suspicious files are submitted through MISP's interface, VMRay executes them in a highly instrumented environment that monitors system behavior at the hypervisor level, making it particularly effective at analyzing malware that attempts to detect and evade traditional sandboxes. This deep visibility enables the platform to capture even subtle malicious behaviors that might be missed by other analysis tools.

Threat Intelligence Enrichment

CIRCL Passive DNS
CIRCL Passive DNS is a powerful integration for MISP that enriches events with valuable historical DNS data. By leveraging CIRCL’s extensive DNS repository, security teams can uncover historical IP-to-domain relationships, providing critical insights into the infrastructure behind malicious activity. This information can help identify related domains or IP addresses that may be part of a broader malicious network, enhancing threat correlation and investigation.

In addition, CIRCL Passive DNS allows users to track domain resolution patterns over time. This can reveal unusual or suspicious activity, such as domains frequently changing IPs or resolving to known malicious hosts. With this integration, organizations gain deeper visibility into the historical behavior of domains, improving their ability to detect, analyze, and respond to cyber threats.

DomainTools Lookup
DomainTools Lookup is an invaluable integration for MISP, offering rich domain intelligence to enhance threat analysis. With access to detailed WHOIS information, security teams can uncover critical details about domain ownership, registration dates, and other administrative data. This capability is essential for identifying potentially malicious actors or suspicious patterns in domain registrations.

In addition to WHOIS data, DomainTools Lookup provides insights into domain registration history and connected infrastructure, enabling investigators to trace relationships between domains and identify shared resources used by threat actors. It also offers risk scores based on domain attributes, helping prioritize threats and focus on high-risk domains. This integration empowers organizations to make informed decisions and strengthen their defenses against cyber threats.

Google Threat Intelligence Lookup
Google Threat Intelligence Lookup integrates with MISP to provide insights using Google’s extensive threat intelligence. This integration enables users to obtain threat scores for indicators, assisting in prioritizing potential risks and focusing on high-priority threats. The threat scores are based on Google's vast data sources, offering a detailed assessment of the risk associated with specific indicators.

The integration also provides access to known malicious resources and Google's comprehensive threat database. This allows security teams to identify connections to previously documented threats and gain a broader understanding of the threat landscape. With these capabilities, it supports enhanced threat detection and response efforts.

GreyNoise Lookup
GreyNoise Lookup integrates with MISP to provide context about Internet-wide scanning activity, helping reduce false positives during threat investigations. By identifying benign scanning activity, the integration enables users to differentiate between common, harmless background noise and potentially harmful threats.

This functionality helps filter out non-malicious events, allowing security teams to focus their efforts on identifying and responding to truly malicious activity. By providing detailed insights into scanning behavior, GreyNoise Lookup enhances the efficiency and accuracy of threat analysis workflows.

Shodan Lookup
Shodan Lookup integrates with MISP to leverage Internet-wide scanning capabilities for enhanced threat analysis. This integration enables users to discover exposed services and vulnerabilities associated with specific IP addresses or domains, providing insights into potential security risks.

Additionally, Shodan Lookup helps identify compromised devices and map an organization’s potential attack surface. By offering detailed information about publicly accessible systems, this integration supports proactive threat detection and mitigation efforts.

Have I Been Pwned
The Have I Been Pwned integration with MISP enables users to check for compromised accounts by leveraging a database of known data breaches. It allows security teams to verify whether email addresses have been exposed, providing valuable context for assessing the potential risk of credential compromise.

This integration also supports incident response investigations by identifying accounts linked to breached data, helping organizations understand the scope of exposure. By incorporating this data, teams can prioritize remediation efforts and enhance their overall security posture.

Intel 471 Lookup
Intel 471 Lookup offers access to intelligence from the criminal underground to enhance threat investigations. It enables tracking of threat actors, providing insights into their activities, tactics, and techniques.

The integration also delivers information on malware families and monitors underground forums, offering visibility into emerging threats and malicious trends. These capabilities support proactive risk assessment and informed decision-making.

URLScan Lookup
The Intel 471 Lookup integration with MISP provides access to intelligence from the criminal underground. It supports threat actor tracking, enabling users to gain insights into the activities, tactics, and behaviors of malicious actors.

Additionally, this integration offers information on malware families and monitors underground forums, helping security teams stay informed about emerging threats and trends. These capabilities enhance the ability to assess risks and respond proactively to potential threats.

VirusTotal Lookup
The VirusTotal integration with MISP provides access to multi-engine malware scanning capabilities. It enables users to check file reputation, offering insights into whether a file has been flagged as malicious by various security engines.

The integration also supports URL scanning and file behavior analysis, helping to identify potential threats and understand how malware operates. These features assist in enhancing threat detection and investigation efforts.

Advanced Analysis Tools

YARA Rule Generator
This integration automates the process of creating YARA rules to streamline threat hunting and detection. It allows users to generate rules directly from existing indicators, including support for multiple indicator types such as file hashes, IP addresses, and domain names.

The integration also offers customizable rule generation, enabling security teams to tailor rules to specific use cases or environments. This capability enhances the efficiency of identifying and responding to potential threats.

AssemblyLine Submit
The integration with AssemblyLine delivers automated malware analysis to enhance threat detection and response. It provides both static and dynamic analysis, enabling users to examine the behavior and characteristics of suspicious files.

This integration also automates the extraction of indicators of compromise (IOCs) and supports the classification of malware families, offering valuable insights into potential threats. These features streamline the process of analyzing and understanding malicious activity.

Best Practices for Implementation

When implementing MISP modules, consider the following recommendations:

1. Start with core modules that align with your immediate needs
2. Test integrations in a development environment first
3. Use rate limiting where appropriate to manage API calls
4. Document your module configurations for team reference
5. Regularly review and update module configurations

Conclusion

MISP modules significantly enhance the platform's capability to serve as a central threat intelligence hub. By carefully selecting and implementing the right combination of modules, security teams can build a more comprehensive and automated threat intelligence platform that meets their specific needs.

Remember to regularly check the MISP project repository for new modules and updates, as the community frequently adds new capabilities and improvements to existing modules.

Finally, check out CloudMISP, our ready-to-use MISP deployment tailored for enterprise organisations.

And if you need help setting up, configuring or building a MISP integration, we can help.