Offensive security assessments
Dark Web
We validate this area during scoped assessments, documenting impact and remediation guidance.
Why it matters
- [ ] If relevant, monitor dark web marketplaces and forums for mentions of the target. - [ ] Explore Tor network (.onion) sites for hidden information.
How we test it
Our operators follow a structured checklist for this topic, adapted to your API surface and authentication model.
Testing approach
- Structured validation of Dark Web during scoped assessment.
- Evidence captured with reproducible steps for your engineering team.
What we look for
- Misconfigurations and control gaps related to Dark Web.
- Exploitable paths that could affect confidentiality, integrity, or availability.
Engagement checklist
Items we validate during scoping and execution for this topic.
What we assess
- If relevant, monitor dark web marketplaces and forums for mentions of the target.
- Explore Tor network (.onion) sites for hidden information.
Related topics
| Topic | Summary |
|---|---|
| Core Concepts | OSINT (Open Source Intelligence) is the practice of collecting and analyzing publicly available information about a target (organization, domain, person, or asset) without touching the target directly. The goal is to map the attack surface and human footprint that an adversary c… |
| Information Gathering | We validate this area during scoped assessments, documenting impact and remediation guidance. |
| Online Sources | We validate this area during scoped assessments, documenting impact and remediation guidance. |
| Social Engineering | We validate this area during scoped assessments, documenting impact and remediation guidance. |
| Verification | We validate this area during scoped assessments, documenting impact and remediation guidance. |