SANS 2026 Threat Hunting Survey: The Evolution of Threat Hunting

Threat hunting is no longer just a niche skill—it’s a critical pillar of modern defense. Now in its second decade, the 2026 SANS Threat Hunting Survey delivers a comprehensive, vendor-neutral look at how organizations around the world are adapting their hunting strategies to match the speed, complexity, and stealth of today’s threats. This year’s report explores the maturation of threat hunting in the face of faster, stealthier adversaries. From credential abuse and malware-free intrusions to the hunt for lateral movement in cloud environments, defenders are evolving—and this survey shows how. Join us for an exclusive look at the key findings from the latest research, and discover how threat hunters are staying proactive, practical, and one step ahead.

What You’ll Learn

• Top Threats: How teams are detecting malware-free intrusions, credential abuse, and lateral movement

• Cloud Hunting: Progress and pain points in multi-cloud environments

• AI in Hunting: Where AI helps, where it doesn’t, and what’s actually working

• Hunt Maturity: Benchmarks on tools, training, and metrics

• Lessons Learned: What works, what doesn’t, and how to stay ahead

Why Register? By registering, you’ll gain:

• Actionable benchmarks to measure your organization against industry peers.

• Practical strategies you can take back to your team immediately.

• 3 CPE credits for attending.

• Access to attend both live or the recorded session on your own time.

• Exclusive access to the full 2026 Threat Hunting Survey Insights report