Glossary/Dark Web
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Dark Web

Part of the internet only accessible through special software like Tor, often used for anonymous communication.

The Dark Web is a part of the internet that is not indexed by standard search engines and requires special software (typically the Tor browser) to access.

Internet Layers

LayerAccessContent
Surface WebStandard browsersPublic websites, ~5% of internet
Deep WebAuthentication requiredDatabases, email, banking
Dark WebSpecial software (Tor)Anonymous services, ~0.01%

Legitimate Uses

  • Whistleblowing and anonymous communication
  • Journalism in oppressive regimes
  • Privacy-focused communication
  • Security research and threat intelligence

    • Security Research Applications

  • Threat intelligence - monitoring threat actors
  • Data breach monitoring - checking for leaked credentials
  • Malware analysis - studying new threats
  • Market research - understanding the threat landscape

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    Related Terms

    Open Source Intelligence (OSINT)

    Intelligence collected from publicly available sources for security research and investigations.

    Threat Intelligence

    Evidence-based knowledge about existing or emerging threats to inform security decisions.

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