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Glossary › Open Source Intelligence (OSINT)
What is Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) ?
OSINT uses public data such as websites, forums, dark web sources, breached data, social platforms, and government records to assess risk. In TPRM, OSINT is used to identify vendor breach history, threat exposure, unethical activity, or potential reputational risks.
FAQs
Is OSINT legal?
Yes, it uses publicly accessible information.
Does OSINT replace assessments?
No, it supplements vendor evaluations.
Is OSINT used for supply chain risk?
Yes, it can reveal hidden vendor vulnerabilities.
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