In cybersecurity, information is the most powerful weapon. But finding, analyzing, and using publicly available information is a skill that requires training. This free course solves that problem by giving you a practical introduction to Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) and Threat Intelligence from the ground up. You will learn what OSINT is and why it is essential in modern investigations, how to identify and use reliable sources of public data, tools and platforms used to gather intelligence from the surface web, deep web, and even the dark web, and the fundamentals of threat intelligence and its role in detecting malicious activity.

This Course Offers

• A complete introduction to OSINT and threat intelligence: Understand what Open Source Intelligence is and how it is involved in Threat Intelligence. Learn the role of OSINT in information gathering and discover open data sources for investigations.
• Using common OSINT tools: Learn how to use the common tools for OSINT to gather intelligence from publicly available sources effectively.
• Maintaining privacy during investigations: Discover how to keep your privacy during investigations to protect your identity and your sources.
• Writing a final report: Learn how to structure and write a final report to communicate your findings effectively.

Why We Love This Course

1. It is completely free, removing the financial barrier to learning a critical cybersecurity skill.
2. One student review noted it is going well and useful, providing a solid foundation for beginners.
3. It covers the essential pillars of OSINT, including information gathering, source identification, tool usage, and maintaining operational security.
4. It is designed for absolute beginners, with no prior experience needed, making it accessible to anyone curious about cybersecurity.

OSINT and Threat Intelligence are foundational skills for cybersecurity professionals, SOC analysts, penetration testers, and threat analysts. The question is whether you want to learn the basics of gathering and analyzing intelligence from public sources for free, or remain unaware of the techniques used to track and mitigate digital threats.

• Beginners curious about cybersecurity and intelligence.
• SOC Analysts looking to strengthen their investigative skills.
• Penetration Testers who need to gather information about targets.
• System Administrators wanting to understand threat landscapes.
• Threat Analysts looking to formalize their OSINT methodology.

• No experience is needed.
• A curiosity about cybersecurity and intelligence gathering.
• A willingness to learn practical techniques.

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