Expel accelerates threat intelligence program to turn signal into shield

Expel Intel transforms industry noise into actionable defense, partners with renowned security researcher Marcus Hutchins to amplify capabilities

HERNDON, Va., Oct. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Expel, the leading managed detection and response (MDR) provider, today announced Expel Intel, the formalization and acceleration of its proven threat intelligence capabilities into a dedicated research team and program, transforming real-world incident findings into actionable defense strategies. To further amplify its capabilities, Expel is also partnering day-to-day with Marcus Hutchins, the security researcher globally recognized for stopping the WannaCry ransomware attack.

"The security industry is drowning in threat feeds that sound impressive but don't actually help you stop attacks," said Greg Notch, Chief Security Officer at Expel. "This evolution builds on Expel's established foundation of integrating actionable threat intelligence into daily operations. Expel Intel delivers the critical context that turns signal into decisions, helping our customers focus their energy where it counts."

Refining years of operational intelligence work across hundreds of customer environments, this specialized team operates on a proven principle: intel without action is just expensive data. Instead, Expel Intel focuses on practical findings born from operational reality. The program serves as a strategic "shield" that augments SOC capabilities, equipping analysts with crucial context that turns up performance and creates better outcomes for customers.

This enhanced intelligence capability uses Expel's mature operational foundation, where highly-experienced, industry-renowned analysts translate SOC observations into protection strategies. With dedicated focus, Expel Intel now accelerates this proven approach into actionable community resources. In this way, Expel Intel delivers:

• Transparent analysis based on real-world incidents, not theoretical scenarios • Actionable recommendations that security teams can implement immediately • Community contributions that help elevate the entire industry's defensive capabilities • Customer-focused insights that directly improve protection and reduce risk

Building on this foundation, Hutchins will focus on malware analysis and threat hunting while contributing to Expel's broader mission of making cybersecurity more accessible and effective. He brings a rare combination of deep technical expertise in malware analysis, reverse engineering, and threat landscape understanding that enhances the Expel team's ability to proactively defend against evolving threats.

"Marcus embodies the diverse experience and insatiable curiosity that drives world-class security professionals," said James Shank, Director, Threat Operations at Expel. "His unique background—from understanding how threats are created to becoming one of the world's leading defenders against them—gives our customers and the community insights you simply can't get from academic research or vendor marketing."

Hutchins shares this perspective on what makes effective threat intel: "Cybersecurity is a fluid and fast evolving field. Having seen the threat landscape from many different perspectives, I find that the most effective defense comes from understanding the capabilities, intentions, and evolution of different threat actors. It's not just about looking at what they're doing today, but their current trajectories and how they may pivot in the near future."

To see Expel Intel in action, visit the new webpage and follow @ExpelSecurity on X for real-time findings from our team.

About Expel

Expel is the leading managed detection and response (MDR) provider trusted by some of the world's most recognizable brands to expel their adversaries, minimize risk, and build security resilience. Expel's 24/7/365 coverage spans the widest breadth of attack surfaces, including cloud, with 100% transparency. We combine world-class security practitioners and our AI-driven platform, Expel Workbench™, to ingest billions of events monthly and still achieve a 17-minute critical alert MTTR. Expel augments existing programs to help customers maximize their security investments and focus on building trust—with their customers, partners, and employees. For more information, visit our website, check out our blog, or follow us on LinkedIn.

SOURCE Expel