Summary

Now, keep this in mind: the internet is awash with information, but not all of it is golden. It’s essential to approach each piece of data like a critical thinker, sifting fact from fiction. Think of it as a form of digital self-defense—before you accept any piece of information as the truth, put it through the wringer of verification. Check it against the trusted sources. This isn’t just about being cautious; it’s about being smart and not getting tricked. We saw how resources such as images, metadata, and even IoT devices could expose intel about your company or target. Resources that we’d never expect to create exposure. But again, realize that you need to double-check, even triple-check, the intel. So, let’s keep our wits about us and remember that in the realm of cyberspace, a little skepticism can go a long way in keeping our information genuine and our conclusions accurate.

In the next chapter, we’ll look at various...