Episode 46: Open Source Threat Intelligence Collection
Not all threat intelligence comes with a price tag. In this episode, we explore the value and limitations of open source intelligence (OSINT) in cybersecurity operations. You’ll learn how analysts use publicly available sources such as social media feeds, blogs, government advisories, and dark web monitoring platforms to gather early indicators of compromise and attacker activity. These sources are fast, accessible, and often rich with context.
We also discuss how to validate and integrate open source intelligence into your detection and response workflows without overwhelming your systems or chasing noise. You’ll understand how to differentiate signal from speculation and how open feeds supplement internal telemetry and commercial threat intelligence. For both CySA+ and real-world analysis, this episode helps you build situational awareness using data that's freely available—and potentially vital. Brought to you by BareMetalCyber.com
