A no-fear guide to the dark web secrets

A No-Fear Guide to the Dark Web Secrets is a comprehensive resource that demystifies the dark web's impact on organizational security. It provides IT professionals with practical insights into how stolen credentials and data are traded, explaining the mechanics of credential-based attacks and their consequences.

The guide delves into the structure and nature of the dark web, distinguishing it from the deep web and explaining its role in cybercrime. It provides detailed insights into how stolen credentials move through the dark web marketplace, from initial theft to eventual sale, with specific pricing information for different types of stolen data. Lastly this guide outlines actionable strategies for protecting against dark web threats, including implementing strong password policies, conducting security audits, and utilizing dark web monitoring tools. It features real-world examples, current statistics, and Prey's approach to dark web surveillance, making complex security concepts accessible without unnecessary fear-mongering.
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Table of Contents:

1. Introduction
   • Current Cybersecurity Landscape
   • Impact of Human Error in Security Breaches
2. Understanding the Dark Web
   • Chapter 1: Unveiling the Dark Web
   • Chapter 1.1: The Deep Web and the Dark Web
   • Distinguishing Characteristics and Access Methods
3. Credential Theft and Trading
   • Chapter 2: Why IT Security Should Care About the Dark Web
   • Chapter 2.i: Potential Risks to Organizations
   • Chapter 2.ii: Cyber Threats, Data, and Services
4. The Journey of Stolen Credentials
   • Chapter 3: The Stolen Credential Journey
   • Chapter 3.i: How Stolen Credentials Are Harvested
   • Chapter 3.ii: Marketplaces and Forums
5. Understanding Credential-Based Attacks
   • Chapter 4.i: Credential-Based Attacks Unveiled
   • Anatomy of an Account Take Over Attack
   • Impact on Businesses and Individuals
6. Defensive Strategies
   • Chapter 5: Best Practices to Protect Against Dark Web Exploits
   • Chapter 5.I: Implementing Strong Password Policies
   • Security Audits and Vulnerability Assessments
   • Employee Training and Awareness Programs
   • Utilizing Dark Web Monitoring Tools
7. Prey's Solution
   • How Prey Can Help
   • Breach Monitoring Features
   • Implementation and Benefits