In this week's Center of Excellence Column, we present a case study about deanonymizing an online suspect who conceals their name. We use IP analysis and OSINT techniques to gather data, illustrating unique methods to reveal the identity of a potential pedophile. So, let’s jump into the...
We actively work with experts in various fields to add value to our articles. This time, the Social Links Center of Excellence team has invited a co-author with vast cybersecurity knowledge to collaborate on an article, CyberDetective. For anyone unfamiliar, CyberDetective has been actively working to spread OSINT know-how and...
This week, in our Center of Excellence Column, we’re diving into using NLP (Natural Language Processing) in OSINT investigations. To demonstrate the use in practice, we share a case study involving online extremist community research. So, let’s see the investigation! Disclaimer: We have changed all the names involved...
This week in the Social Links Center of Excellence Column, we’re looking at using GitHub as a source for OSINT. Investigating suspects involves plenty of creative problem-solving, as an ongoing case usually requires more than simply checking the most popular online platforms. To expand your toolbox, we’re sharing...
This week in the Social Links Center of Excellence Column, we’re looking at intelligence cycles in OSINT. The communication of ideas is a crucial topic for many agencies, and a lack of understanding regarding the organization's needs can spell disaster for investigations. To help with this problem,...
The Internet has revolutionized accessibility in many ways, ranging from shopping and education to banking and more. Yet, this digital realm has also given birth to secondary online personas, where individuals can transform into entirely different characters. While many people harness these digital identities for creation and connection with others,...
