Darknet monitoring

Detect data leaks early, reduce risks in a targeted way

Cyberattacks use darknet forums, marketplaces and closed channels to trade or publish stolen data. Our proactive monitoring identifies leaks and exposures early and delivers verifiable alerts with clear recommendations.

What we monitor (excerpt)

  • Darknet forums & marketplaces: continuous screening of relevant sources
  • Telegram & closed channels: detection of leaks, dumps and credentials
  • Paste & leak sites: comparison with your domains, brands, emails, suppliers
  • Social media & open web: detection of information exfiltration outside the darknet

Approach: from setup to report

  1. Scoping & onboarding: define goals, search profiles, stakeholders and alerting channels
  2. Configuration: watchlists for domains, emails, brands, people, suppliers
  3. Continuous monitoring: automated search combined with manual validation
  4. Alerting (SLA):
    • True positives: notification to a defined contact address within 4 hours (during business hours)
    • All hits: monthly report with context, risk, recommendations & prioritization
  5. Response support (optional): takedown initiation, IOC derivation, forensics handoff

Results & added value

  • Early warning for compromised accounts, credentials or source code
  • Reduction of follow-on damage through fast containment and hardening measures
  • Audit-ready reports for management, ISMS/BCM and compliance
  • Seamless integration into SIEM/SOAR, ticketing and incident processes

Law & compliance: transparently regulated

  • Monitoring is carried out without participation in criminal offences, without active intrusion and without incitement
  • Only passive information gathering from permissible sources in line with platform terms
  • Data protection compliant through processing on the basis of legitimate interests (GDPR Article 6(1)(f))
  • Responsibilities and roles are clearly defined in the engagement document

Common use cases

  • Detection of credential leaks and initial access offers
  • Protection of VIPs, brands and supply chains
  • M&A or restructuring phases with an increased likelihood of leaks
  • Evidence of detection capabilities per ISMS, KRITIS or NIS-2

Effective security for your organization.

Our monitoring detects leaks and exposure in darknet forums and marketplaces early, with verifiable alerts and clear recommendations. Talk to us.

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