Breadcrumbs by Trace Labs
32 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsTrace Labs is a Canadian based non profit specializing in the crowd sourcing of open source intelligence collection.
In this series, we explore the topics, techniques and tools that relate to OSINT collection.
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Episode 27. - Talking Screenshots with Ritu Gill aka Osint Techniques
February 09, 2024 12:56 - 40 minutes - 55.2 MBIn this episode we get to sit down with Ritu Gill (OSINT Techniques) and talk about their tool, Forensic OSINT. Along the way we discuss my own screenshot misadventures and touch on a few other OSINT topics. Ritu on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ritugill-osinttechniques/ Forensic OSINT: https://www.forensicosint.com/ ------------------------------------------- Want to learn more about Open Source Intelligence? Follow us on Twitter: @TraceLabs On LinkedIn: https://www.l...
Episode 26. - Luck is the Residue of Preparation: A chat with Patrick Laverty
February 02, 2024 11:00 - 46 minutes - 64.2 MBIn this episode we get to sit down with Patrick Laverty, host of the Layer 8 Podcast and organizer of the Layer 8 Conference in Rhode Island. Patrick's podcast and conference have been a gateway for many us in to the world of Social Engineering and Open Source Intelligence. We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did! Layer 8 Podcast will be debuting a new season on Monday February 5th! Patrick on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/plaverty9/ Patrick on X: https:/...
Episode 25. - Embrace Awkwardness: Landing a Job with Dale Ayers
January 25, 2024 15:51 - 52 minutes - 72 MBIn this episode we sit down with Dale Ayers. I met Dale at B-Sides Bloomington at our OSINT Workshop. At the time, Dale was trying to pivot in to his first tech job. He was recently successful! We sit down to discuss his journey from a non-technical field, what worked and what didn't. Dale on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daleaayers/ Jason Blanchard, creator of "Job Hunt Like a Hacker": https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonsblanchard/ Jason Blanchard, previous streams: https:...
Episode 24. - KASE Scenarios with Rae Baker
September 08, 2023 05:30 - 39 minutes - 53.8 MBThe best way to learn is by doing and doing is easier when it's engaging. We sit down with Rae Baker to talk about KASE Scenarios. KASE offers realistic OSINT training scenarios with a narrative catalyst. KASE Scenarios: https://kasescenarios.com KASE on Twitter: https://twitter.com/kasescenarios Rae on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wondersmith_rae Rae's book: https://www.raebaker.net/ ------------------------------------------- Want to learn more about Open Source Intelligence?...
Episode 23. - Talking Training with Joe Gray
August 04, 2023 19:11 - 59 minutes - 81.3 MBJust in time for DEF CON 31....A special Training Treat In this episode I'm joined by Joe Gray. Joe is a Trace Labs Black Badge winner, author, speaker and trainer amongst other things. We dive deep in to the world of OSINT training, discussing Joe's take on training in general as well as guidance for those new to the field. You can find Joe online at: Joe's Socials: Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/C_3PJoe Training with Joe through The OSINTion Discord: https://osint.mobi/disc...
Episode 22. - OSINT and Social Engineering with Chris Kirsch
February 10, 2023 13:25 - 53 minutes - 73.9 MBThe best Social Engineers do a tremendous amount of research before engaging a target. As luck would have it, we get to speak with one of them today! Chris and I talk about the pivotal role of OSINT in preparing for an SE engagement and also get a "peek behind the curtain" in relation to OSINT sources during a Social Engineering "capture the flag" style competition. Chris Kirsch is the CEO of runZero (www.runzero.com), a cyber asset management company he co-founded with Metasploi...
Bonus Episode - Breaking in to Infosec - With Tom and Rae
October 29, 2022 00:35 - 46 minutes - 63.7 MBIn this bonus episode, Tom Hocker and Rae Baker sit down to talk about their respective journeys in to infosec. Getting in to Infosec can seem challenging but if these two can do it so can you. With a little bit of forward momentum and a clear goal in mind you can pretty much achieve anything. Rae on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wondersmith_rae Pre-Order Rae's Book: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1119933242/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0 Tom on Twitter: https://twitter...
Episode 21. - Educate, Escape, Empower - A chat with Operation Safe Escape
October 27, 2022 10:00 - 46 minutes - 63.4 MB#Hack4Good can come in many different forms. The team from Operation Safe Escape works in the same "space" as Trace Labs but with a different mission. They're focused on assisting the survivors of domestic violence escape their situation and stay safe in a digital world that makes tracking and control easier than it's ever been. In this episode, I talk with some of the OSE team about the organization, how they operate and what it takes to make a Safe Escape from an abusive situation...
Episode 20. - Getting What You Pay For: People Search Services with Roelof Temmingh
July 20, 2022 22:03 - 49 minutes - 68 MBPaying an organization to provide you with intelligence you either don't have access to or don't have the time to collect can expedite an investigation. But how does it work? Where does the intelligence come from? How do these businesses work? In this episode, Roelof gives us some insight in to the business of breach data and people information services. Vortimo: https://www.vortimo.com/ Want to learn more about Open Source Intelligence? Follow us on Twitter: @TraceLabs Join o...
Episode 20. - Getting What You Pay For: Paid Search Services with Roelof Temmingh
July 20, 2022 22:03 - 49 minutes - 68 MBPaying an organization to provide you with intelligence you either don't have access to or don't have the time to collect can expedite an investigation. But how does it work? Where does the intelligence come from? How do these businesses work? In this episode, Roelof gives us some insight in to the business of breach data and people information services. Vortimo: https://www.vortimo.com/ Want to learn more about Open Source Intelligence? Follow us on Twitter: @TraceLabs Join o...
Episode 19. - From the Help Desk to the Red Team With Roei Sherman
June 23, 2022 11:09 - 45 minutes - 63.1 MBIn this episode we have the good fortune of sitting down with xFreed0m - AKA Roei Sherman. Roei has been a Trace Labs contributor for several years and we take some time to talk about his journey in to infosec, OSINT and the Trace Labs community. Want to know how to get started in the industry? Want to hear about OSINT's use in red team operations? We've got you covered on this episode. Roei on Twitter: x_Freed0m Roei on Github: xFreed0m https://betheadversary.com/ Want to learn...
Episode 18. - Eat Your Own Dog Food - Talking Tools with Roelof Temmingh
April 26, 2022 12:09 - 1 hour - 84.9 MBToday we're joined by Roelof Temmingh. Roelof is the creator of OSINT tools you've certainly heard of such as Maltego and Vortimo. Roelof recently got to test Vortimo in the context of a Trace Labs CTF and his team placed very well. In this episode we discuss the history/inception of these tools as well as CTFs vs Real World investigations. Vortimo: https://www.vortimo.com/ Blog post about competing in the CTF: https://www.vortimo.com/competing-in-the-tracelabs-ctf-26-march-2022/ ...
Episode 17. - Sharing is Caring with OhShINT_
March 09, 2022 02:52 - 47 minutes - 65.2 MBSpend enough time in almost any OSINT community and you'll notice that some people just keep dropping resource after resource for the community. Ever wonder where those resources come from or who these people are? Today we get to talk to ohshint_ about their professional background as a private investigator, OSINT resources and how NOT to use OSINT OhShINT_ on Twitter: @OhShINT_ OhShINT_ on Github: https://github.com/OhShINT Want to learn more about Open Source Intelligence? F...
Episode 16. - Find Some Way to Like Reporting with BB King
January 21, 2022 04:35 - 51 minutes - 71.1 MBHave you ever been on an investigation and thought to yourself "I can't wait to explain this to someone else!"?.... The information you collect during an investigation is only as useful as your ability to communicate its meaning and value. In this episode we sit down with professional pentester and *spoiler alert* professional report writer Brian King. We'll be going over the value of communicating your findings and some basic guidance that should lead you to writing better reports...
Episode 15. - Everyday OSINT with Rae Baker
January 06, 2022 17:19 - 1 hour - 82.8 MBOSINT investigations aren't always glamorous. In this episode we talk to Rae Baker about some overlooked (although incredibly practical) applications of OSINT as well has her journey in to the field. Rae on Twitter: @wondersmith_rae Rae's Blog: https://wondersmithrae.medium.com Organizations Rae donates time to: https://safeescape.org/ https://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/ https://osintcurio.us/ Want to learn more about Open Source Intelligence? Follow us on Twitter: @TraceLa...
Episode 14. - Deceptively Simple - OPSEC with Sinwindie
November 01, 2021 12:36 - 41 minutes - 56.4 MBOPSEC. By the time you realize you need it....it's probably too late. Where should a new person get started with OPSEC? How much do they need? In this episode we talk to Sinwindie about the OPSEC spectrum, good advice for beginners and share our favorite OPSEC fails. Sinwindie on Twitter: @sinwindie Want to learn more about Open Source Intelligence? Follow us on Twitter: @TraceLabs Join our Discord server: https://tracelabs.org/discord Learn how to get started with Trace Labs: ...
Episode 13. - Chasing Opportunities
August 23, 2021 12:33 - 52 minutes - 72 MBChase Matheson is a student, artist, hacker and creator behind the iconic Trace Labs badge artwork. Today we talk through his 15 month journey from complete outsider to landing his first infosec gig. Chase shares his journey, lessons learned and the strategy that got him where he is today. Chase on Twitter: @ChaseMatheson Chase on Linked In: Chase Matheson Want to learn more about Open Source Intelligence? Follow us on Twitter: @TraceLabs Join our Slack Channel: https://tracela...
Episode 12. - Friends in the Dark: A Candid Discussion About Volunteering
August 07, 2021 05:43 - 52 minutes - 71.8 MBOSINT is a valuable skill. There are a number of organizations you can volunteer your time with to make the world a better place while leveraging something you're good at. Contributing to such a noble mission does come at a price though. In this episode I'm joined by volunteers from Trace Labs and the National Child Protection Task Force (NCPTF). We talk through the highs but also the lows that come with giving up your time to walk through the darkness. National Child Protection T...
Episode 11. - Lurking with Levitannin
May 24, 2021 10:00 - 49 minutes - 68.3 MBWhether it's a Defcon talk, a training or Twitter, the researcher known as Levi is best known for their expertise navigating and investigating on the Darknet. In this episode, we'll be talking other things! Hear us chat with Levi about some of the (often unconsidered) mental health aspects that accompany their investigations and how they stay safe and healthy online. Levi on Twitter: @levitannin Levi would like you to check out the Innocent Lives Foundation: https://www.innocent...
Episode 10. - OSINT in Pentesting with John Strand
May 17, 2021 09:00 - 54 minutes - 75.2 MBAs the saying goes: You can't spell Pentest without "preparation"! OSINT collection is an important (and perhaps under-appreciated) part of penetration testing. In this episode we talk to John Strand about OSINT's place in a pentesting toolkit, what pieces of OSINT don't belong in a final report as well as the Black Hills approach to training (spoiler alert: They suck at capitalism). John Strand on Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-strand-a1b4b62/ Black Hills Informat...
Episode 9. - OSINT in Law Enforcement with Nicole Beckwith
May 10, 2021 09:00 - 40 minutes - 55.2 MBOpen Source Intelligence isn't just for civilians. Law Enforcement can leverage different aspects of OSINT to further an investigation. Nicole will walk us through examples of OSINT being used for evidence collection, understanding the "why" behind a crime and so much more. Nicole on Twitter: @NicoleBeckwith Want to learn more about Open Source Intelligence? Follow us on Twitter: @TraceLabs Join our Slack Channel: https://tracelabs.org/slack Learn how to get started with Trace...
Episode 8. - Understanding New Social Media Platforms with Jake Creps
May 03, 2021 14:04 - 46 minutes - 63.3 MBSocial media platforms can form the cornerstone of a People OSINT investigation but what how do you approach a brand new platform? Today I'm joined by Jake Creps and he'll answer the question": "What comes after Facebook?". Jake on Twitter: @jakecreps Jake's website: https://jakecreps.com/ Want to learn more about Open Source Intelligence? Follow us on Twitter: @TraceLabs Join our Slack Channel: https://tracelabs.org/slack Learn how to get started with Trace Labs: https://www...
Episode 7.5 - The Death Star Run: OSINT with Alethe Denis (Part 2)
April 29, 2021 12:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBOSINT can have a profound effect on a person's life. In part 2 of our conversation, Alethe lays out some amazing career advice (with an OSINT twist) and walks us through the wonderful (and perhaps under appreciated) world of Real Estate OSINT. Alethe on Twitter: @AletheDenis Want to learn more about Open Source Intelligence? Follow us on Twitter: @TraceLabs Join our Slack Channel: https://tracelabs.org/slack Learn how to get started with Trace Labs: https://www.youtube.com/wat...
Episode 7. - The Death Star Run: OSINT with Alethe Denis (Part 1)
April 27, 2021 12:00 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBOSINT can have a profound effect on a person's life. In part 1 of our conversation, Alethe walks us through the twists, turns and Death Star Runs that her OSINT journey has taken. Alethe on Twitter: @AletheDenis Want to learn more about Open Source Intelligence? Follow us on Twitter: @TraceLabs Join our Slack Channel: https://tracelabs.org/slack Learn how to get started with Trace Labs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7OrI4MYv9i4 Learn about our Search Party CTFs: https://www...
Episode 6. - OSINT for Job Seekers
March 29, 2021 12:54 - 52 minutes - 71.9 MBToday we're joined by Angus Red (aka Charles Wroth). He'll walk us through the ways that job seekers can leverage OSINT to not only improve their chances of getting hired but also understand who they might be working for. In addition to OSINT, we also talk through some solid job seeking tactics. Anyone looking for a new job will benefit from this episode. Angus Red on Twitter: @AngusRedBlue Angus Red on Linked In: https://linkedin.com/in/chwroth Angus Red on Github: AngusRed Wa...
Episode 5. - What's in a name?
March 15, 2021 11:04 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MBIn this episode we talk with Micah Hoffman, creator of the WhatsMyName app, about the value of username enumeration. You can find Micah on Twitter at: @WebBreacher as well as at: osintCurio.us You can find the WhatsMyName app at: https://whatsmyname.app Want to learn more about Open Source Intelligence? Follow us on Twitter: @TraceLabs Join our Slack Channel: https://tracelabs.org/slack Learn how to get started with Trace Labs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7OrI4MYv9i4 Lea...
Episode 4. - LinkedIn Osint Techniques
February 08, 2021 13:00 - 22 minutes - 30.4 MBIn this episode, Mishaal Khan walks us through the ins and outs of OSINT collection on the one of the most popular professional networking sites in the world. You can find Mishaal at: https://www.mishaalkhan.com Want to learn more about Open Source Intelligence? Follow us on Twitter: @TraceLabs Join our Slack Channel: https://tracelabs.org/slack Learn how to get started with Trace Labs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7OrI4MYv9i4 Learn about our Search Party CTFs: https://www...
Bonus: An Evening With the Puppet Masters - Sock Puppet Webinar
February 05, 2021 23:48 - 1 hour - 159 MBIn this webinar we engage a panel of experts to hear their thoughts, experiences and best practices when it comes to sock puppet creation and maintenance. A huge thank you to our panelists: - Alex Minster - @UlicBelouve - Alethe Denis - @AletheDenis - Weiliang Zhuang - @egomy_cs - Jake Creps - @jakecreps Want to learn more about Open Source Intelligence? Follow us on Twitter: @TraceLabs Join our Slack Channel: https://tracelabs.org/slack Learn how to get started with Trace...
Episode 3. - Looking Back at 2020
December 31, 2020 16:59 - 12 minutes - 17.2 MB2020 was a fantastic year for Trace Labs as the organization saw exponential growth in all areas. Hear from Trace Labs core team members in this 2020 Year in Review Video about our successes and what's next to come in 2021. Want to learn more about Open Source Intelligence? Join our Slack Channel: https://tracelabs.org/slack Learn how to get started with Trace Labs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7OrI4MYv9i4 Learn about our Search Party CTF: https://www.tracelabs.org/initiativ...
Episode 2. - From the Woods to the Internet
December 21, 2020 15:08 - 36 minutes - 49.7 MBRob Sell (founder of Trace Labs) reflects on 10+ years in Search And Rescue (SAR). He compares physical searches to virtual searches and discusses what one could learn from the other. Want to learn more about Open Source Intelligence? Join our Slack Channel: https://tracelabs.org/slack Learn how to get started with Trace Labs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7OrI4MYv9i4 Learn about our Search Party CTF: https://www.tracelabs.org/initiatives/search-party
Episode 1. - Thinking Outside the Box - Data Breaches
November 25, 2020 18:27 - 17 minutes - 24.1 MBIn this episode we're joined by Eva Prokofiev. She'll be walking us through her thoughts and methodologies on pivoting off of password breach data in to other pieces of intelligence. Eva's original blog post can be found at: https://www.tracelabs.org/blog/thinking-outside-the-box-data-breaches Want to learn more about Open Source Intelligence? Join our Slack Channel: https://tracelabs.org/slack Learn about our Search Party CTF: https://www.tracelabs.org/initiatives/search-part...
Thinking Outside the Box - Data Breaches
November 25, 2020 18:27 - 17 minutes - 24.1 MBIn this episode we're joined by Eva Prokofiev. She'll be walking us through her thoughts and methodologies around pivoting off of password breach data in to other pieces of intelligence.