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Dark Web Monitoring is a service offered by CloudTech24 to detect and prevent identity, data, and credential theft by monitoring your business domains and IP addresses.
As a part of the service, we match your business data to the dark web, scanning specifically for any data breach (e.g. credit cards numbers, phone numbers, social media details) and relaying this information to you so that you can take action.
The CloudTech24 service detects any potential breaches and provides notifications of any information that is compromised. This can assist you in securing and remediating system access and stopping potential threats in their tracks.
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Why is dark web monitoring important?
Dark web monitoring plays a crucial role in proactively safeguarding individuals and organizations by providing early detection of potential security breaches.
Credentials Kept Safe
Your digital credentials (such as your usernames and passwords for various websites and applications) help to connect you and your employees to important parts of your business. Whether they are used for online services or particular business applications, these credentials are something that must be kept safe.
Business Awareness
Behind these services may be access to financial data, customer data or other aspects of your business that you don’t want anyone outside of your business aware of.
Criminal Activity Is High
Unfortunately, from time to time, these digital credentials can be leveraged by criminals and are among the some of the most valuable assets found on the Dark Web, where it is estimated that over 50% of all sites are used for criminal activities.
Compromised Credentials
If cyber criminals have access to these compromised credentials, it can lead to stolen data, business or personal financial loss, and can certainly cause harm to your company’s reputation.
What’s Included in a Dark Web Monitoring Service?
With our monitoring service, we can help secure your business by providing a 24/7 monitoring system that utilises both human and automated intelligence to perform checks against millions of both dark web and open web sources.
This can include botnets, criminal chat rooms, peer-to-peer networks, malicious websites and blogs, bulletin boards, and illegal black markets. Within this information we look for a wide range of data, from personal information such as e-mail addresses and credit card numbers to social security information and domains relating to your web pages.
Through this service, we work to identify, analyse, and proactively monitor the dark web for your organisation’s compromised or stolen employee and customer data, including but not limited to:
Email Addresses
CloudTech24’s Dark Web Monitoring service employs sophisticated tools to continuously monitor various sources on the dark web.
This includes underground forums, marketplaces, and data dumps. If your email address is detected during these scans, CloudTech24’s security experts take immediate action to alert you, mitigating the risk of further compromise.
Passwords
The dark web is a hidden part of the internet where illegal activities often occur, including the trading of stolen passwords and personal information.
Dark Web Monitoring is a proactive approach to identifying compromised passwords before they can be used maliciously. CloudTech24’s experts utilize advanced tools to scan the dark web for signs of your compromised passwords.
Dates of Birth
The dark web, a concealed segment of the internet, is notorious for harbouring illicit activities, including the trade of stolen personal information. With information such as a date of birth, identity can be stolen and used to the benefit of cyber criminals.
Dark Web Monitoring is an anticipatory measure to identify compromised birthdates before they can be exploited. CloudTech24’s proficient team employs advanced tools to scour the dark web for any traces of your date of birth.
Addresses
CloudTech24’s experienced team employs advanced tools to scan the dark web for any instances of your compromised address. Dark Web Monitoring is a proactive approach to identifying compromised addresses before they can be exploited for malicious purposes.
Driving Licence Details
The hidden corners of the internet, known as the dark web, act as a sanctuary for unlawful activities, including the illegal trafficking of stolen personal information, including driving licence details.
Our service identifies driving licence details before they can be exploited for malicious purposes. CloudTech24’s experienced team employs advanced tools to scan the dark web for any instances of your compromised driving licence details.
National Insurance Numbers
If a National Insurance number is compromised, a cyber criminal can adopt your identity as their own and engage in activities both illicit and illegal.
By knowing this information is out there, you can take steps to protect yourself and your identity.
How Can I Further Protect Myself?
Although there are certain things that you can do to prevent your information from being stolen in the first place, such as not clicking on phishing emails, cybercriminals can often outsmart us. However, there are things that can be done to minimise the impact should you discover that your information has in fact been stolen.
Change Your Passwords
Not only should you change your passwords regularly, but you should also refrain from using the same (or similar) passwords across various platforms/accounts. The use of a password manager helps to create secure passwords and decreases the need to remember multiple, complex login information.
Search The Open Web
If your personal information is available on search engines and sites that you do not wish it to be, ask for it to be removed. There are laws that govern the control of your personal information.
Monitor The Dark Web
Dark web data is on the dark web for a reason. Data breaches occur every day and it is important to be aware whether you have compromised credentials that are available to dark web users.
Our Partnerships
Over the years we have also developed long-term partnerships with companies such as Palo Alto, and Untangle.
This means that we can offer an unparalleled service when finding you the latest and most cost-effective security options.
We know exactly what software and hardware developments and improvements are available and with this comprehensive knowledge, we’re able to ensure that your business continuity with security and productivity is constructed using best-in-class solutions.
Along with as an IT solutions provider, we will guide and assess your business’ cybersecurity strategy and develop an action plan addressing potential risks that could harm your business. With that, setting up and supporting you with one of our partners.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dark Web Monitoring:
Please see below for some common questions on our dark web monitoring. If you would prefer to speak to someone then give us a call and speak to one of our team in our head office to discuss your requirements and learn how our security experts support other businesses in the United Kingdom (UK).
What is dark web monitoring?
Dark web monitoring is a cybersecurity practice that involves actively monitoring and scanning the dark web for any signs of compromised or stolen information. The dark web is a part of the internet that is intentionally hidden and only accessible using specific software, configurations, or authorization. It is notorious for being a hub of illegal activities, including the buying and selling of stolen data, credentials, and other sensitive information.
How much does dark web monitoring cost?
The cost of dark web monitoring services can vary depending on the provider, the extent of monitoring offered, and the features included in the service. Dark web monitoring is often included as part of broader cybersecurity or identity protection services. Some companies offer standalone dark web monitoring services, while others include it as a feature within a larger security package.
What is dark web monitoring, and why is it important?
Dark web monitoring is a service that helps individuals track their personal information on the dark web, where cybercriminals often trade sensitive data. It’s crucial for early detection of potential identity theft or data breaches.
How can I monitor my information on the dark web?
To monitor your information on the dark web, consider using reputable identity protection services that offer dark web monitoring. These services actively scan the dark web for your compromised data and provide alerts if any suspicious activity is detected.
How often should I check for dark web monitoring alerts?
The frequency of checking for dark web monitoring alerts depends on personal preferences and the level of risk. Many monitoring services provide real-time alerts, and users can customize notification settings based on their comfort level.
Can dark web monitoring prevent identity theft?
While dark web monitoring can’t prevent identity theft, it can provide early detection and alerts, allowing users to take timely actions to minimize the impact. Combining monitoring with strong security practices enhances overall protection.