Today, we are constantly surrounded by vast amounts of data, a trend that is expected to grow significantly over the next decade. The abundance of data presents challenges for thorough analysis and extraction of valuable insights buried within unstructured information. Advanced tools like data mining are crucial in uncovering this useful information and making full use of it. In light of the increasing number of security threats in networks, there is a need for robust security solutions. While traditional network security measures have been primarily managed locally, concerns about internet-based security have grown due to heightened computer usage leading to cybercriminal activities previously limited to physical intrusions. A threat intelligence program aims to enhance analytical and preventive capabilities by acquiring knowledge about potential or existing threats based on evidence. As most devices are interconnected with the Internet, many organizations prioritize cybersecurity as they acknowledge the vulnerabilities arising from this connectivity—providing opportunities for cyber-attacks. Effective threat intelligence concerning network traffic necessitates a comprehensive understanding supported by thoughtful representation techniques. This paper proposes an extensive exploration of various machine learning methods aimed at identifying weaknesses in detecting invasive activity using different approaches and evaluating their performance against the KDD 99 benchmark dataset.