The OSINT Handbook: A practical guide to gathering and analyzing online information

Name: The OSINT Handbook: A practical guide to gathering and analyzing online information
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Dale Meredith

Mar 2024 · Packt Publishing Ltd

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Get to grips with top open-source Intelligence (OSINT) tools, build threat intelligence, and create a resilient cyber defense against evolving online threats Key Features

Familiarize yourself with the best open-source intelligence tools such as Maltego, Shodan, and Aircrack-ng
Develop an OSINT-driven threat intelligence program to mitigate cyber risks
Leverage the power of information through OSINT with real-world case studies
Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook

Book DescriptionThe OSINT Handbook offers practical guidance and insights to enhance your OSINT capabilities and counter the surge in online threats that this powerful toolset was built to tackle. Starting with an introduction to the concept of OSINT, this book will take you through all the applications, as well as the legal and ethical considerations associated with OSINT research. You'll conquer essential techniques for gathering and analyzing information using search engines, social media platforms, and other web-based resources. As you advance, you’ll get to grips with anonymity and techniques for secure browsing, managing digital footprints, and creating online personas. You'll also gain hands-on experience with popular OSINT tools such as Recon-ng, Maltego, Shodan, and Aircrack-ng, and leverage OSINT to mitigate cyber risks with expert strategies that enhance threat intelligence efforts. Real-world case studies will illustrate the role of OSINT in anticipating, preventing, and responding to cyber threats. By the end of this book, you'll be equipped with both the knowledge and tools to confidently navigate the digital landscape and unlock the power of information using OSINT. What you will learn

Work with real-life examples of OSINT in action and discover best practices
Automate OSINT collection and analysis
Harness social media data for OSINT purposes
Manage your digital footprint to reduce risk and maintain privacy
Uncover and analyze hidden information within documents
Implement an effective OSINT-driven threat intelligence program
Leverage OSINT techniques to enhance organizational security

Who this book is for

This book is for ethical hackers and security professionals who want to expand their cybersecurity toolbox and stay one step ahead of online threats by gaining comprehensive insights into OSINT tools and techniques. Basic knowledge of cybersecurity concepts is required.

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About the author

Dale Meredith is an EC-Council-certified ethical hacker/instructor and a Microsoft-certified trainer. Dale has over 10 years of senior IT management experience and was a CTO for an ISP. Dale's skill as an IT trainer is in clarifying tough concepts and ensuring students understand the theory. Dale's teaching style is memorable and entertaining. His expertise has led to many opportunities, including teaching teams in Fortune 500 firms, universities globally, the Department of Homeland Security, and many US military branches. Along with authoring video courses, consulting, and classroom training, you can catch Dale on stage speaking at IT conferences around the world, helping teams keep their companies safe, relevant, and breach-aware.

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