Dark Web & Monitoring (3-Month Program)
Description:
This three-month Dark Web & Monitoring course provides participants with the knowledge and skills needed to explore and monitor the dark web, a hidden part of the internet where illicit activities such as data trading, cybercrime, and fraud occur. Participants will learn how to gather intelligence from the dark web, monitor cyber threats, and track illegal activities. This course also covers the ethical and legal aspects of dark web monitoring, helping organizations mitigate risks from dark web sources and enhance their cybersecurity posture.
Syllabus:
- Month 1:
- Introduction to the Dark Web: Understanding the structure of the dark web, Tor networks, and hidden services.
- Dark Web Markets: Exploration of illicit marketplaces, trading of stolen data, and other illegal activities.
- Dark Web Tools: Overview of tools such as Tor Browser, Tails, and other dark web monitoring platforms.
- Threat Intelligence Gathering: How to collect and analyze intelligence from dark web forums, marketplaces, and social media.
- Month 2:
- Dark Web Monitoring Tools: Hands-on use of monitoring tools like DarkOwl, OnionScan, and customized scrapers to monitor illicit activities.
- Tracking Cyber Threats: Techniques to identify emerging threats, ransomware groups, and other cybercriminals on the dark web.
- Data Breach Monitoring: Monitoring for leaked credentials, stolen databases, and other sensitive data on dark web forums.
- Analyzing Dark Web Data: Methods for analyzing large volumes of data and using it to prevent cyber threats.
- Month 3:
- Legal and Ethical Considerations: Understanding privacy, law enforcement regulations, and how to engage with dark web activities without violating laws.
- Use Cases: Real-world case studies of organizations that have used dark web monitoring to prevent cyberattacks.
- Actionable Intelligence: Converting dark web intelligence into actionable security measures, including threat response and incident management.
- Reporting and Communication: How to document findings and communicate risks from dark web monitoring to stakeholders.
Training Material:
Participants will receive PDF guides covering dark web structures, monitoring tools, legal frameworks, and case studies. Practical labs and demonstrations will be available through live and recorded sessions, with tools and real-world examples.
Methodology:
- Live/Recorded Sessions: Weekly live sessions covering dark web exploration and threat monitoring, supplemented with recorded tutorials for tool usage.
- Hands-on Labs: Practical labs will focus on using tools like DarkOwl and OnionScan for dark web threat intelligence gathering.
- Simulated Threat Monitoring: Participants will engage in simulated dark web monitoring exercises to track potential threats and report findings.
- Group Discussions and Expert Talks: Discussions on legal challenges and the ethical implications of monitoring dark web activities, with expert insights on the latest dark web trends.
Benefits:
- Learn to monitor the dark web for emerging cyber threats and gain valuable insights into how attackers operate in hidden online environments.
- Hands-on experience with dark web monitoring tools, providing practical skills for tracking cybercriminal activity.
- Understanding the legal and ethical boundaries of dark web engagement, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.
- Ability to convert dark web intelligence into actionable security measures, improving an organization’s threat response capabilities.