A new Python-based OSINT tool has emerged, designed to help security researchers and privacy advocates discover a target's online footprint in minutes.
In the digital age, every registration, social media post, and online comment contributes to a vast, invisible profile known as your “digital footprint.” Most of us are vaguely aware that this data exists, but seeing it all collected in one place can be a shocking and sobering experience. A new, powerful OSH Open-Source Harvester tool has just hit the security scene, and it excels at doing exactly that: mapping a digital footprint using only publicly available data.
Recently highlighted by security researchers at Malwarebytes, OSH (Open-Source Harvester) is a free, open-source tool that automates the reconnaissance phase of a security audit or (conversely) a malicious attack.
It’s a stark reminder of just how much information we leak online. For a Linux user, especially one interested in security or privacy, tools like OSH are invaluable—both for “Red Team” (offensive) and “Blue Team” (defensive) exercises. Let’s explore what this tool is, what it can do, and how to use it.
What is OSINT and Why Does It Matter?
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Before diving into the tool, it’s crucial to understand OSINT (Open-Source Intelligence). This is the practice of collecting and analyzing information from publicly available sources. We’re not talking about hacking, cracking passwords, or breaking into servers. We’re talking about legally and ethically (depending on intent) gathering data that is already public.
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