Intelligence-driven information security, not just firewalls, anti-virus software and analysis of log files, are the future of battling advanced persistent threats, according to a new report from the Security for Business Innovation Council (SBIC). The study was sponsored by EMC Corp.'s security division RSA. The council, made up of 16 executives from Global 1000 companies, said most companies do not have enough information about advanced threats, and need a new approach to defend their networks and confidential data. SBIC recommends several components for intelligence-driven information security. First, it is imperative to consistently collect reliable cyber security data from a range of government, ...