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The OSINT Handbook

You're reading from   The OSINT Handbook A practical guide to gathering and analyzing online information

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Product type Paperback
Published in Mar 2024
Publisher Packt
ISBN-13 9781837638277
Length 198 pages
Edition 1st Edition
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Dale Meredith Dale Meredith
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Table of Contents (10) Chapters Close

Preface 1. Chapter 1: The Secrets Hiding in Plain Sight – Unveiling the Power of OSINT 2. Chapter 2: Invisible and Untouchable – The Importance of Anonymity in OSINT Analysis FREE CHAPTER 3. Chapter 3: The OSINT Toolbox – Methods and Techniques for Gathering and Analyzing Information 4. Chapter 4: Exploring the Unknown – How Discovery Tools Reveal Hidden Information 5. Chapter 5: From Recon-ng to Trace Labs – A Tour of the Best Open Source Intelligence Tools 6. Chapter 6: The Eyes and Ears of Threat Intelligence – How OSINT Helps Mitigate Cyber Risks 7. Chapter 7: Protecting Your Identity and Organization from Cyber Threats 8. Index 9. Other Books You May Enjoy

Exploring the Unknown – How Discovery Tools Reveal Hidden Information

This chapter provides an in-depth look at discovery tools and the key utilities that enhance your Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) capabilities. These tools are vital for anyone seeking to go beyond basic searches and truly uncover the abundance of information available.

Because discovery tools give you the ability to find data that is either hidden or difficult to locate, they make it possible for you to conduct investigations that are both more comprehensive and perceptive. They are not a luxury but rather a necessity for any OSINT professional. Whether you are looking into potential dangers, investigating the competition in your industry, or just curious about a topic, discovery tools are an absolute must.

In this chapter, we will cover the following:

  • Introduction to discovery tools
  • Domain and IP address analysis
  • Website reconnaissance – Mastering the unseen layers
  • Document...
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