You Lock Your Office at Night.
But What About Your Website? Your LinkedIn? Your Email Settings?
Every day, hackers use freely available information — called Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) — to profile businesses, impersonate staff, and launch targeted cyberattacks.
This month, we're pulling back the curtain on how it happens — and how you can stop giving away more than you mean to.
Here's What You'll Learn This Month:
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How cybercriminals use OSINT to plan attacks without ever breaching your network
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Why client info, staff directories, and email signatures are goldmines for hackers
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Where your company's accidental exposure is most likely happening
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How to protect your people without locking down your operations
How Hackers Use OSINT Against You
Even if your systems are locked down, hackers don't need to break in — they can simply look you up. Here's how public information becomes a threat to your business:
Spear Phishing
Hackers collect names, job titles, email addresses, and even vacation schedules from LinkedIn, social media, and company websites. They use this data to craft convincing emails that appear to come from a trusted colleague or vendor — tricking employees into clicking malicious links or sharing sensitive info.
Credential Stuffing
Your old passwords might be floating around the internet from previous data breaches. Hackers use OSINT tools to find email addresses and leaked login credentials, then run automated attacks to see if those passwords still work on your current systems.
Mapping Your Business for Targeted Attacks
Through public records, metadata in documents, job listings, and vendor mentions, hackers can piece together your tech stack, office structure, and key third-party providers. This helps them spot weaknesses or impersonate vendors for fraudulent payments or data access.
The Danger in Plain Sight
How OSINT Puts Your Business at Risk
You don't need to get hacked to be in danger—sometimes you've already handed over the information. This short, practical white paper reveals how everyday digital habits, employee bios, social media posts, and even online tools can create a blueprint for attackers.
