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Passive Subdomain Enumeration: Uncovering More Subdomains than Subfinder & Amass

Subdomain Center notes over 200 competitors, yet Amass integrates 87 and Subfinder 45; this article explores better subdomain enumeration tools.

Unmask the Scam: OSINT Secrets to Catch Phishing Emails Like a Pro

Scammers use phishing attacks to steal data and money, leaving victims with little recourse. This guide will teach you how to investigate phishing scams, analyze malicious files, and track down fraudsters using open-source tools.

Investigating Economic Crime Like a Pro: Tools, Tradecraft, and Methods for OSINT Analysts

Follow the money, uncover hidden networks, and expose economic crime. Learn the OSINT methods to map financial crime like a pro.

Beyond the Hash: Investigating the People Behind Web3 Wallets.

Real-Time Wallet Tracking Fights Crypto Fraud. New investigation tools combat cryptocurrency scams through cross-chain wallet monitoring, demonstrated by recent analysis of a 500,000 USDT theft case.

5 best OSINT newsletters for you to subscribe. Carefully selected and reviewed.

A newsletter is vital for staying informed about the developments in the OSINT space. I’ve reviewed the top OSINT newsletters, making it simple for you to choose which to subscribe.

The Rise of Web3 Open Source Intelligence - Tools, Ethics and Privacy

OSINT tools and methods for Web3 are becoming a highly powerful new capability for the intelligence industry. Here's how to uncover people's hidden accounts while maintaining privacy and ethical OSINT practices.

Feeling stressed? Explore the OSINT Mental Health Guide to enhance your well-being.

Don't let work affect your health. Learn effective techniques to manage stress, build resilience, and safeguard your mental health against post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

How to grow your blog and get traffic. 5 tips to increase Google rank.

Learn Search Engine Optimization (SEO) techniques that really make a difference. Discover how to improve your blog and deliver content your readers will value.

How to build a profitable brand? Secrets of personal and corporate branding.

What is a brand, and how do you build one? Learn in-depth corporate and personal branding strategies that go beyond social media. Use this blueprint to grow your audience and increase revenue.

“According To A Study…”: The Art of Verification

Discover cutting-edge techniques to critically analyze modern investigations. Learn how to identify biases and accurately assess data from public sources for well-rounded insights.

OSINT phone numbers like a pro. Best tools and methods revealed.

The ultimate guide to phone number investigations. Learn to professionally search and obtain personal information from any number.

Double Spending of Cryptocurrency

Learn how double spending is avoided in cryptocurrency through transaction confirmations and UTXOs. Discover how these mechanisms ensure secure and unique transactions.

Legal side of Hacking. Here is how to prepare for the engagement

Hacking is governed by complex federal and state laws. Understanding these laws is essential for compliance

Understanding The Concepts Of Blockchain

Learn how blockchain enhances transparency and security across distributed nodes. Explore the role of miners and how they maintain network integrity.

You want to geolocate an image? A guide on how to.

Sometimes you may see an image and you want to know where it was taken. This guide teaches you the basics on how to go about it

AI images detection. A practical guide.

Let's face it, AI images are becoming perfect as time goes by and many people are being fooled by them. Markers like poorly drawn hands, non ability to draw straight lines or spelling of words aren't an issue for latest LLMs and as improvement goes on, these markers have become obsolete.

How to identify explosive ordnance (EO) from conflict zones

As an open source enthusiast, you may need to identify various weapons and ammunitions used in conflict zones. This guide teaches how you can utilize open source information to track and identify various munitions used in the battle field or conflict zones.

Cyber Forensics using FTK Imager. Indexing and deleted files recovery.

Learn how files are indexed in the MFT and how to search the NTFS file system. Discover how to recover deleted files.

Complete domain name research framework. Thinking beyond OSINT tools.

Learn to anonymously footprint domains and find out who hides behind the website. Easily dig information, you haven't thought was accessible.

Loopback Loophole: A Browser Flaw That Could Put Your Data at Risk

This security vulnerability could allow attackers to exploit local APIs and carry out a range of malicious activities. For example, unauthorised data access and malware distribution.

Cyber Forensics using FTK Imager. Introduction to NTFS.

Explore FTK Imager's interface and NTFS files. This free cyber forensics tool is packed with features for comprehensive data analysis.

10 OSINT blogs you should read. Think out of the box.

A curated list of professional blogs. Learn OSINT for free by following these awesome resources.

Find and Access Webcams Using Google and Shodan Dorks. A complete guide.

Learn to use Google and Shodan dorks to find unsecured webcams ethically. This guide covers advanced search techniques for cybersecurity professionals, focusing on legal and ethical practices.

Ritu Gill (OSINT Techniques) discusses the importance of evidence capture

Find out how to save time during investigations and the impact of AI on OSINT. Interview with an expert who needs no introduction.

Combating the Darkest Depths of Cyber Intelligence: The Pall Mall Process & Commercial Surveillance Vendors

Spyware is getting out of control. We need a unified process and oversight mechanism to ensure its responsible use. Is the Pall Mall Process going to be the solution?