Open Source Intelligence Techniques: Resources for Searching and Analyzing Online Information

Completely Rewritten Sixth Edition Sheds New Light on Open Source Intelligence Collection and AnalysisAuthor Michael Bazzell has been well known in government circles for his ability to locate personal information about any target through Open Source Intelligence (OSINT). In this book, he shares his methods in great detail. Each step of his process is explained throughout twenty-five chapters of specialized websites, software solutions, and creative search techniques. Over 250 resources are identified with narrative tutorials and screen captures. This book will serve as a reference guide for anyone that is responsible for the collection of online content. It is written in a hands-on style that encourages the reader to execute the tutorials as they go. The search techniques offered will inspire analysts to “think outside the box” when scouring the internet for personal information. Much of the content of this book has never been discussed in any publication. Always thinking like a hacker, the author has identified new ways to use various technologies for an unintended purpose. This book will greatly improve anyone’s online investigative skills. Among other techniques, you will learn how to locate:Hidden Social Network ContentCell Phone Subscriber InformationDeleted Websites & PostsMissing Facebook Profile DataFull Twitter Account DataAlias Social Network ProfilesFree Investigative SoftwareUseful Browser ExtensionsAlternative Search Engine ResultsWebsite Owner InformationPhoto GPS & MetadataLive Streaming Social ContentSocial Content by LocationIP Addresses of UsersAdditional User AccountsSensitive Documents & PhotosPrivate Email AddressesDuplicate Video PostsMobile App Network DataUnlisted Addresses & #sPublic Government RecordsDocument MetadataRental Vehicle ContractsOnline Criminal ActivityPersonal Radio CommunicationsCompromised Email InformationAutomated Collection SolutionsLinux Investigative ProgramsDark Web Content (Tor)Restricted YouTube ContentHidden Website DetailsVehicle Registration Details