Open Source Intelligence (OSINT): What It Is, How It Works, and Why It Matters (+ Tools, Techniques & Use Cases)
Discover the power of Open Source Intelligence (OSINT), an essential tool that transforms publicly available data into actionable insights. Learn about its history, methodologies like web scraping and social media monitoring, and the ethical considerations that guide its responsible use.
How Does OSINT Make It Hard for Cybercriminals to Work?
OSINT leverages publicly available data from the surface, deep, and dark web to detect cyber threats, uncover cybercriminal activities, and enhance proactive defense. It aids in threat intelligence, exposing identities, and supporting law enforcement to disrupt malicious operations.
Peer Pressure and Heightened Emotional States in OSINT Investigations
Peer pressure and heightened emotional states play a critical role in OSINT investigations, driving individuals to reveal sensitive information. By analyzing emotional triggers like anger, fear, and excitement, as well as group dynamics within echo chambers, practitioners can uncover key insights using strategies like the 5W1H method and targeted keyword searches.
The Significance of AI and ML in OSINT to Human Investigators
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) excel in processing vast amounts of data swiftly. During open-source intelligence (OSINT) investigations, you almost always gather information in overwhelming volumes. AI algorithms […]
OSINT Methods To Investigate Suspected AI Generated Content
The proliferation of content generated by artificial intelligence (AI) is just beginning. Recent years haveseen online accounts, run by bots, create fake news articles, divisive social media posts, fraudulentproduct reviews, […]
OSINT Observations from ShadowDragon Experts: Moldova
NicoDekens, Director of Intelligence and Innovation Collection, ShadowDragon