In this conversation, John Verry interviews Steph Shample, Cybercrime Analyst for DarkOwl, about the dark web and its implications for cybersecurity professionals. They discuss: The basics of the dark web, its purpose, and the types of activities that take place there. They also explore the value of darknet data for threat intelligence and how it can be used to understand and combat cyber threats. Cybersecurity professionals can benefit from understanding the dark web to gain insights into the tactics, techniques, and procedures used by threat actors. Additionally, they touch on the evolving nature of cyber attacks and the importance of sharing information within industry-specific groups and the role of tools like Dark Owl in proactively monitoring the dark web.
