Open Source Investigations - OSI.1, 2 & 3 Bundle

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Open Source Investigations 1 provides an overview of OSINT and the intelligence cycle.  Attendees will understand the importance of anonymity and the need for focus on methodology over tools.  OSI 1 focuses on online people investigation skills with numerous hands-on exercises to practice what you learn.

Topics include:

• Privacy & Anonymity
• Investigation Platform- virtual machines, emulators, sock puppets, mobile phones
• Search Engines – advanced search operators, reverse image searching
• Collection & Preservation – recording and collecting OSINT findings
• Deleted Content – archives and cached
• Verification and Provenance
• People Investigation Skills – making use of usernames, cell phones, email addresses, and other identifying information
• Social Media – locating relevant data, confirming accounts, capturing evidence, and understanding platform features

Open Source Investigations 2  provides an in-depth exploration of location and event investigations. Attendees will learn techniques for geolocating images, collecting evidence as events happen, and the value of social media for location and event investigations.  OSI 2 provides active learning opportunities with 10 hands-on exercises and case studies. 

Topics include:

• OSINT Methodology Review
• Locations & Events – investigating places, events, and incidents
• Geolocation – using images and context clues to determine location
• Photos & Metadata – Image analysis and extraction of metadata
• Live OSINT – locating relevant data as live events happen
• Maps, Satellite Imagery and Transportation investigations
• Using Social Media platforms for collecting evidence in real-time or after incidents
• Social Media heat maps and hashtags
• OSINT for vulnerability assessments

Open Source Investigations 3 is an advanced course with a focus on business investigations, online due diligence, and dark web investigations.  OSI 3 explores the more technical aspects of open-source investigations.   Attendees participate in numerous hands-on activities and a CTF to practice what they have learned.   

Topics include:

• Business Investigations and due diligence basics
• Domains and websites
• Email Headers & IP Addresses
• Using wireless networks and MAC ID for investigations
• International Business Investigations
• Dark Web, Tor walkthrough and introduction to cryptocurrency
• Tor investigations and Pastebins
• Breach data access and ethical considerations
• Capture the Flag

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