What is dark web?
The dark web is a hidden part of the internet that isn’t indexed by search engines and requires special software, such as Tor (The Onion Router), to access. It’s a space where anonymity and privacy are prioritized, but it’s also associated with illegal activity, including the sale of stolen data, identity theft, and hacking tools.
Tor anonymizes online traffic by routing it through a network of volunteer servers (relays), making it extremely difficult to trace who is visiting or hosting sites on the dark web.
However, not everything on the dark web is illegal — it’s also used by journalists, activists, and individuals who need to protect their identity or circumvent censorship.
Example: A hacker forum on the dark web sells login credentials from hundreds of breached companies. These stolen usernames and passwords may later be used in phishing or ransomware attacks.
Sicra and dark web
Through Sicra SOC powered by Arctic Wolf, Sicra offers continuous Dark Web Monitoring as part of its managed security operations. This capability scans the dark web for leaked employee credentials, passwords, and sensitive company data that may be circulating or for sale.
Using Arctic Wolf Alpha AI and the Aurora Platform, threat intelligence is gathered and analyzed from the darkest corners of the internet. When exposed data or suspicious activity is detected, customers are immediately alerted by the Concierge Security Team (CST), which assesses the severity and advises on mitigation measures.
This proactive monitoring helps Sicra’s clients identify breaches before attackers can exploit them — preventing financial loss and reputational harm.
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