{"id":3958,"date":"2025-07-28T09:14:02","date_gmt":"2025-07-28T07:14:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/enthec.com\/?p=3958"},"modified":"2025-07-28T09:52:26","modified_gmt":"2025-07-28T07:52:26","slug":"applying-osint-to-cybersecurity-a-valuable-guide-for-professionals-and-teams","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/enthec.com\/en\/applying-osint-to-cybersecurity-a-valuable-guide-for-professionals-and-teams\/","title":{"rendered":"Applying OSINT to cybersecurity: A valuable guide for professionals and teams"},"content":{"rendered":"

Protecting the information<\/b> is no longer just a task for large corporations or government departments. Every company, regardless of size, is exposed to risks that evolve at a dizzying pace. <\/span><\/p>\n

In this context,<\/span> open source intelligence (OSINT) <\/b> has become a key tool in cybersecurity. But what exactly does applying OSINT mean in the professional field, and how can it make a difference in an increasingly hostile digital environment? <\/span><\/p>\n

Before delving into the details, it’s worth highlighting the role of Kartos, Enthec’s solution designed specifically for companies seeking to elevate their cybersecurity strategy to the next level.<\/span> Kartos <\/b>allows you to continuously monitor your exposure to external threats, automating processes for collecting and analyzing public information about the company, its employees, and its digital infrastructure.<\/span><\/p>\n

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What is OSINT?<\/b><\/h2>\n

The term OSINT<\/span> (Open Source Intelligence)<\/span><\/i>refers to a process by which publicly available information is collected, analyzed, and utilized, <\/span>information that is legally accessible to anyone, to obtain practical knowledge.<\/b><\/p>\n

In cybersecurity, this means detecting potential attack vectors before they are exploited, finding leaked information from an organization, or anticipating vulnerabilities using data available on the network.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Why is OSINT important in cybersecurity?<\/b><\/h2>\n

Applying OSINT techniques enables security teams to<\/span> anticipate threats, <\/b>gain a deeper understanding of their public exposure, and identify and address weaknesses before malicious actors can exploit them. It’s like conducting an audit from the attacker’s point of view. <\/span><\/p>\n

Among the most relevant benefits, the following stand out:<\/span><\/p>\n