Browsing the internet can have its consequences if not properly monitored. Big websites like Google, Facebook, Amazon, and many others only make up about 4% of what is truly on the internet. There is a whole world hiding beyond these safe surface-level sites waiting to attack. It is called the Dark Web and it is a much less friendly place than you think.
What is the Dark Web?
The Dark Web is an accumulation of websites that cannot be found on basic search engines or accessed through traditional web browsers because their location and identity is hidden through encryption tools. Some of these tools that were originally created to safeguard military communication has now been a utilization for Dark Web purposes. Hackers often create sites on the Dark Web to hide where they’re operating from, as well as to remain anonymous. In fact, over half of the sites on the Dark Web are used for criminal activities.
What can you do about it?
The average citizen will never have a reason to access the Dark Web, but their credentials could easily be floating around, endangering their offline livelihoods. Once your credentials are released on the Dark Web, there is not much you can do to have it removed. However, you can try to prevent attacks like that from happening. We recommend utilizing Convergent’s Dark Web monitoring service that alerts you if credentials appear on it. These services constantly scan the Dark Web for your information and is alerted whenever something suspicious or a breach has occurred.
How should you get started with Dark Web monitoring?
October is cybersecurity month and Convergent wants your business network to be safe this year. Our team at Convergent can run a preliminary scan of your domain revealing the likely breaches in the last 36 months. We will then review the report with you and come up with a plan of action to alleviate any major dangers. CLICK HERE to request a scan today.