Incident response and threat intelligence are two distinct but related areas of cybersecurity.

Incident response refers to the process of identifying, responding to, and mitigating the effects of a security incident, such as a cyber attack or data breach. This process typically involves a team of security professionals who work to contain the incident, minimize damage, and restore normal operations as quickly as possible.

Threat intelligence, on the other hand, refers to the collection, analysis, and dissemination of information about potential or active cyber threats. This information is used to identify potential vulnerabilities and risks, as well as to inform incident response and overall security strategy. Threat intelligence can come from a variety of sources, including internal monitoring and analysis, external threat feeds, and intelligence from other organizations.

In summary, incident response is the process of dealing with a security incident after it has occurred, while threat intelligence is the process of gathering and analyzing information about potential threats in order to proactively protect against them. Both are important components of a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy.