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International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (IJTSRD)
Special Issue on Emerging Trends and Innovations in Web-Based Applications and Technologies
Available Online: www.ijtsrd.com e-ISSN: 2456 – 6470

InfraGuard: Advancing Critical Infrastructure Security through
Real-Time Threat Detection and Automated Response

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Saloni Hingane , Shweta Wase , Sakshi Umate , Prof. Anupam Chaube
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1,2,3,4 Department of Science and Technology,
1,2,3 G H Raisoni Institute of Engineering and Technology, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India
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ABSTRACT InfraGuard focuses on detecting threats as they happen and
Important systems like power grids, transportation using automated systems to respond quickly. This is very
networks, and water supplies are essential for modern life. important for reducing risks and making sure that important
However, they are at risk from cyberattacks, which can systems keep running smoothly. This paper looks at how
threaten national security, the economy, and public safety. InfraGuard improves security by using new technologies to
InfraGuard, a partnership between the FBI and private find threats early and stop them in real time.
companies, helps protect these systems by using advanced II.
tools to detect cyber threats instantly and respond OVERVIEW OF INFRAGUARD
automatically. This paper looks at how InfraGuard Through its nationwide initiative, InfraGuard, the FBI
improves the security of these vital systems by using the cultivates relationships with more than 30,000 private sector
latest technology to spot cyber dangers quickly and reduce businesses. It offers a system for exchanging data and threat
risks through automated actions. We also study intelligence on cybersecurity threats that attack vital
InfraGuard's setup, tools, abilities, and how well it works as infrastructure. In order to strengthen national cybersecurity
defenses, InfraGuard's main objective is to promote
part of the country's plan to protect against cyber threats.
communication and cooperation between public and private
sector organizations.
KEYWORDS: InfraGuard, Critical Infrastructure Security,
Cybersecurity, Real-Time Threat Detection, Automated Key Components of InfraGuard:
Response, Threat Intelligence, Incident Response, National  Local Chapters: InfraGuard has more than 70 local
Security chapters throughout the United States, where
individuals from different industries work together to
I. INTRODUCTION identify, address, and lessen cybersecurity threats.
In today's digital age, important systems like power, water,  In order to improve collective defensive mechanisms,
and transportation rely heavily on connected technology, members share information on cyber threats,
making them easy targets for cyberattacks. Threats like vulnerabilities, and successful attack strategies. This is
spying, ransomware, and long-term hacking can damage known as "Threat Intelligence Sharing."
these essential services. To tackle these problems,
 Awareness and Training: To assist enterprises in
*InfraGuard*, a program led by the FBI, has become a major
identifying and addressing new cybersecurity threats,
effort to protect these systems. It does this by encouraging
InfraGuard offers tools and specialized training.
teamwork between government and private companies.

Fig 1. Critical Infrastructure

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