Structured Threat Information eXpression File
General Information
| Title | STIX File Extension |
| Extension | .stix |
| Full Form | Structured Threat Information eXpression File |
| File Type | Cyber Threat Intelligence File |
| Developer | OASIS Cyber Threat Intelligence Technical Committee |
| MIME Type | application/stix+json |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store threat intelligence |
| Additional Functions | Information sharing |
| Features | Structured, Scalable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Standardized format |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Cybersecurity | Yes |
| Threat Analysis | Yes |
| Incident Response | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Sensitive content |
| Best Practices | Access control, Encryption |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2014 |
| Latest Version | STIX 2.1 (2020) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .taxii, .cybox, .maec |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 IBM X-Force Exchange |
Subscription | Web-based |
 Anomali ThreatStream |
Subscription | Web-based |
| Soltra Edge |
Free, Subscription | Windows |