A Practical Guide To OSINT On the Russian Internet

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Published on April 11, 2024 4:24:50 PM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c1-Oh5Qq6jE

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This presentation will focus on practical tips and techniques for conducting OSINT in the Russian information space. The information will be accessible to beginners but also to more experienced professionals. Attendees will be able to immediately apply the techniques covered in this talk and be ready to conduct their own research on the Russian internet.

The talk will cover:
1) Overview of key Russian platforms (VK, OK, Telegram, etc)
2) How to create, register, and maintain sock puppets on Russian platforms.
3) VPNs and phone number issues.
4) Specific tools for researching Russian people and businesses.
5) Additional resources to help with intelligence collection.

Each section will be illustrated with real-world examples.

SANS Open-Source Intelligence Summit 2024
A Practical Guide To OSINT On the Russian Internet
Steven Harris, SANS Instructor Candidate, SANS Institute

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