OSINT Investigations

The importance of OSINT collection is evident in its practical use. Cyber criminals aim to destroy, disparage, or discredit your name personally and professionally.
Discovering and analyzing information that are a segway into your personal life, will help to secure what you’ve worked hard to achieve.

Transforming Public Data into Actionable Intelligence

At Harkos we leverage Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) to provide our clients with actionable insights that protect their reputation, mitigate risks, and enhance their strategic decision-making. By analyzing publicly available data from various sources, including social media platforms, news articles, government records, and the dark web, we deliver actionable intelligence for our clients.

where can you find OSINT data ?

Social Media

Voter Records

Property Searches

People Search Sites

Satellite and mapping services (Google Earth, OpenStreetMap)

Property Searches

Business Records

News websites and archives

Government websites and open data portals

Academic journals and research papers

Online forums

Job posting websites

Corporate annual reports

Business website home pages

Dark web chat rooms

where can you find OSINT data ?

Social Media

Voter Records

Property Searches

People Search Sites

Satellite and mapping services (Google Earth, OpenStreetMap)

Property Searches

Business Records

News websites and archives

Government websites and open data portals

Academic journals and research papers

Online forums

Job posting websites

Corporate annual reports

Business website home pages

Dark web chat rooms

OSINT in the real world

  • Identify vulnerabilities and potential threats.
  • Monitor dark web activity for leaked data or impersonation attempts.
  • Conduct digital footprint analysis to safeguard personal or organizational security.
  • Analyze social media footprints to uncover cybercrime networks.
  • Track online harassment or defamation campaigns.
  • Locate missing persons by analyzing social media activity and interactions.
  • Detect counterfeit goods or intellectual property violations.
  • Investigate financial fraud, including identity theft and affiliate fraud networks
  • Conduct due diligence on individuals or organizations for mergers, partnerships, or investments.
  • Monitor public sentiment and online mentions to protect your reputation.
  • Detect unauthorized use of your brand on websites or marketplaces.
  • Identify and mitigate reputational risks before they escalate.
  • Collect detailed intelligence on persons of interest (e.g., stalkers, fraudsters).

  • Analyze online presence, court records, and leaked data to assess risks.

  • Provide insights into competitors or business partners.

  • Assist in criminal investigations involving fraud, trafficking, or organized crime.

  • Provide evidence collection and analysis for legal cases.

  • Support digital forensic investigations with OSINT techniques.

Our Approach

Data Collection

We gather information from diverse sources such as social media platforms, news articles, government records, and the dark web.

Analysis

Our experts process and analyze the data to uncover patterns, connections, and actionable insights.

Reporting

We deliver clear, comprehensive reports tailored to your specific needs.

Protection

Our privacy team develops a security plan to protect the digital identities of the client, family, and business.

How we use osint to secure our clients

Know Your Business (KYB)

Deepfake Detection & Digital Impersonation

Personal Data Exposure

Business & Client/Family Threat Intelligence

Insider Threat & Corporate Espionage Search

Background Checks

Threat Actor Profiling

Event Security Intelligence

Executive Travel Risk Assessment

Reputation Management & Misinformation Detection

How we use osint to secure our clients

Know Your Business (KYB)

Business details, including registration and ownership, are collected and verified. Public data analysis identifies beneficial owners and assesses corporate structures. Regulatory databases are monitored for sanctions or legal issues. Potential risks and reputational issues are identified in online forums and media.

Deepfake Detection & Digital Impersonation

Social media and video platforms are scanned for AI-generated deepfakes featuring the client. Image recognition tools detect unauthorized likeness use. Forums discussing deepfakes are monitored, and suspicious media is verified.

Personal Data Exposure

Scans are conducted on social media, forums, and dark web marketplaces for leaked personal data. Threat intelligence feeds are monitored for breached data mentions. Exposed sensitive information is identified, and removal requests are initiated. Ongoing monitoring provides updates on new exposures.

Business & Client/Family Threat Intelligence

Social media and chat rooms are monitored for discussions targeting the client or their business. Keywords related to threats are tracked, and connections between individuals are analyzed. Dark web monitoring detects stolen credentials or planned activities. Actionable intelligence is delivered for crisis response planning.

Insider Threat & Corporate Espionage Search

Employee social media is investigated for malicious intent or data leaks. Forums and marketplaces are monitored for leaked internal files. Threat intelligence feeds are searched for espionage-related discussions. Recommendations are provided for insider threat detection systems and employee training.

Background Checks

Public records verify names, addresses, and employment history. Social media profiles are searched for reputation risks. OSINT tools uncover connections between individuals and entities. Comprehensive reports are compiled with evidence-based insights.

Threat Actor Profiling

Social media monitoring identifies individuals making threats against the client. Threatening behavior patterns are analyzed, and threat actor profiles are built. Findings are shared with law enforcement for further action.

Event Security Intelligence

Event venue risks are assessed using crime data and social media posts. Online discussions are monitored for disruptions or targeting. Geospatial data maps security risks at event locations.

Reputation Management & Misinformation Detection

Online platforms are monitored for false rumors or negative sentiment. Harmful narratives are identified, and misinformation is countered through factual narratives or legal action. Ongoing monitoring detects new reputational risks.

Executive Travel Risk Assessment

Travel plans are monitored across social media, forums, and news outlets. Geospatial data assesses security concerns at destinations. Physical security risks are mapped, and comprehensive risk assessment reports are delivered.