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CASE STUDY

Using Liferaft to Identify a Hacker.

A video hosting service was made aware of potential security breaches to their platform. They suspected that a hacker was behind the attacks and set out to identify the perpetrator.

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Exposing the Hacker's Identity.

The company used Liferaft's People Search tool to uncover the hacker’s Instagram handle as well as their school email address. This information helped them to identify where the hacker was located and their true name. 

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Cracking the Case Through Social Media.

However, the hacker tried to report the hack to the company using their true name so that they would be financially rewarded for the lead. The company was able to link the report back to the hacker using the information they had obtained from the People Search tool.

The Instagram profile of the hacker was originally private, but the company set up a Following on the handle. When the handle became public, they were able to pull data, which was a significant breakthrough in the case.

Effortless Threat Detection.

The People Search tool proved to be a valuable asset in the company’s investigation of the security breaches. It helped to identify the hacker, uncover their true identity, and prevent further attacks. 

Using Liferaft, the company was able to quickly identify the digital footprint of the hacker, and automatically monitor for social exposure.

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OUTCOME

This effectively saved the team hundreds of hours that would have been spent on manual searching.

By leveraging Liferaft’s advanced OSINT tools, the company successfully identified the hacker, linked their digital persona to a real-world identity, and prevented further security breaches. The automated monitoring and data collection capabilities of Liferaft saved the company significant time and resources, ensuring a swift and effective resolution to the threat. This proactive approach not only safeguarded the company’s assets but also strengthened its overall security posture against future attacks.

“Liferaft is my ‘one-stop shop’ to monitor and identify open source threats while keeping a pulse on the global geopolitical landscape, persons of interest, and the deep and dark web.”

How Liferaft Can Help Mitigate Data Breaches with Proactive Cyber Intelligence

Proactive Threat Detection

Liferaft’s real-time monitoring of Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) helps identify and counteract emerging threats before they escalate into data breaches.

Customizable Alerts

Liferaft tailors notifications for Indicators of Compromise (IoCs), providing immediate insight into potential breaches and facilitating rapid incident response.

Dark Web Monitoring

Liferaft's Dark Web module uncovers crucial breach details, such as compromised accounts and leaked information, enabling swift containment and response.

Collaborative Intelligence

Liferaft enhances cross-team collaboration by providing actionable intelligence, allowing cybersecurity teams to address breaches with greater precision.
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