The Power of Breached Data in Modern Investigations: Exposing Ransomware Operators
In today’s digital world, data breaches are frequent, exposing valuable information that can be used to track and disrupt cybercriminals. But what is breached data, and how can it be leveraged in investigations?
This crash course will introduce you to the basics of breached data, showing how it can provide key insights for tracking ransomware operators and other hard-to-find targets. You’ll learn about practical tools and techniques, including how platforms like Darkside and Falkor can make investigations faster and more effective.
Perfect for analysts and investigators, this free resource will help you understand the power of breached data in solving modern cybercrime cases.
What is breached data?
As analysts, we often hear about breached data, but do we fully understand what it is, why it’s critical, and the underlying causes? This section delves into the definition of breached data, exploring its significance, potential impact, and the key factors behind it.
How can we use breach data in investigations?
Who can benefit from breached data, and how can analysts and investigators use it to their advantage? Learn in this video how different types of data can provide valuable insights and inputs to make an investigation more successful.
Use of breach data on Hard Targets
Even the most security-aware individuals can’t hide across all online services. In this video, learn how breached data helps investigate “hard targets,” including crypto wallets, threat actors with strong OpSec, and breaches from services like food delivery and tax filings, along with techniques like password pivoting and more.
The current state of compromised data
Many affordable tools for compromised data are often “black hat” and raise ethical concerns, like purchasing breached files. On the other hand, legitimate tools can be overly expensive with poor data coverage. Some also lack advanced search features and don’t integrate well into investigation platforms.
How you can get breached data?
When it comes to getting breached data, Darkside is a key resource. It contains billions of records from the Deep and Dark Web, including hacked databases and log stealer records. Darkside supports inputs like names, emails, and crypto wallets, making it valuable for investigating hard targets with good OpSec and more.
Conducting investigations using breached data - Falkor
Today, finding an all-in-one investigation platform is challenging. Platforms like Falkor, however, easily integrate with advanced tools like Darkside, allowing you to leverage breached data efficiently. This not only saves time but also provides a clear and organized visualization of critical information.