OSINT research

Best practices for open-source investigations: a conversation with Matt Ashburn

In NeedleStack’s 100th episode, Matt Ashburn shares OSINT best practices to avoid attribution mistakes, protect investigators, and validate…

Entering the threat environment early: how to close the reconnaissance gap before attackers strike

Learn how counter-reconnaissance and OSINT red teaming help security teams reduce digital footprint, deny attackers the intelligence…

How OSINT strengthens corporate security and proactively reduces risk

Open-source intelligence (OSINT) helps corporate security teams identify threats, expose vulnerabilities, and disrupt attacks before damage…

AI-driven OSINT threat hunting: how AI is transforming cyber defense

Discover how AI-driven OSINT accelerates threat detection, automates data correlation, and empowers SOC teams to outpace evolving cyber…

Advanced Google search tools and techniques

Learn advanced Google search techniques, dorking commands, and secure research practices analysts use to refine results and protect…

Investigating on Bluesky

OSINT for beginners: A practical guide to OSINT basics

Learn OSINT basics fast — what OSINT means, how to start, essential tools, and proven steps for compliant, efficient open-source…

What is managed attribution, and how does it improve online investigation?

Learn what managed attribution is, how it differs from misattribution and nonattribution, and how it helps online investigators stay secure…

What not to do on the dark web

While digital investigations can benefit from info on the dark web, venturing into this hidden web has unique challenges and hazards. To…