TuesdayTool 19: IACA Dark Web Investigation Support

Introduction

Navigating the dark web is like swimming in an ocean and hoping to get to the edge of it. Crawling the dark web can be so stressful and can be compared to a journey of uncertainty. Do you know why? It is because if you don’t know the right applications and links, you may be unable to derive value from surfing the dark web. In my previous post on how to access the dark web and dark web search engines, I mentioned a couple of items you need to get started. In today’s episode of TuesdayTool, I will introduce you to an open-source intelligence tool called IACA — International Anti Crime Academy (IACA) dark web investigation support portal that aids easy navigation.

About IACA Dark Web Investigation Support Portal

IACA Dark Web Investigation Support Portal is a free website provided by the International Anti-Crime Academy Netherlands. Since 2013, IACA has specialized in open-source intelligence (OSINT), social media intelligence (SOCMINT), and Human intelligence (HUMINT). It is an informative website that provides information about the dark web.

IACA Homepage

Requirements for using IACA

1. TOR Network Requirement: Users must connect through the TOR network to access the tools and scripts offered by IACA. This ensures anonymity and security while exploring the dark web.
2. Download the TOR Browser: Users can download the TOR Browser, which is essential for accessing dark websites. It is also possible to use the TOR Browser Button in popular browsers like Chrome, Firefox, or Opera for easier access.
3. Read the Manual: If you are not familiar with dark web navigation, IACA recommends reading their manual for guidance on safe practices and protection while using their tools.

IACA Features

The following are the key features of the IACA dark web investigation support website

1. Search for Marketplaces and Forums: IACA provides functionalities to search for hidden marketplaces and social media within the dark web. This can help investigators identify potential leads and gather intelligence on criminal activities.
2. Darkweb Dictionary: IACA provides a list of various darkweb slang and their meanings. This can help investigators, threat intelligence analysts, and other professionals interested in the dark web to learn dark web LANGUAGE.
3. Darkweb PasteBin Links: Users can search the dark web versions of popular paste bins such as NoScript, Anonimous Pastebin, Zerobin, and PastBin for investigation for leaks.
4. Darkweb Social Media: IACA provides the links to access the darkweb version of popular social media such as Facebook, Secushare, ProtonMail, etc. Users can as well perform searches on the post from the listed social media platforms available on IACA.
5. Darkweb Reference Works: depending on the user, be it a journalist, forensic investigator, intelligence analyst, or dark web researcher, IACA is a good place to read about works done on the dark web. Topics range from sex trafficking, gang slag, army slags, American slags, and drug synonyms that are available to read on IACA.
6. Search Engine: A list of various dark web search engines is available on IACA. Search engines such as OnionLand, OnionSearch, FreshOnion, Toggle, Torch, TorDex, etc are available for exploration on the IACA website.
7. Other Darkweb Links: IACA provides tons of other Darkweb links such as hidden wiki, forums, chan, and drug market to mention but few.

Accessing IACA

Go to IACA

Conclusion

Using IACA Dark Web Investigation Support requires careful planning, adherence to security protocols, and a thorough understanding of the tools available.

Kindly provide feedback in the comment section if you ever tried the IACA website for dark web intelligence.

Till I come your way again next 2 weeks Tuesday, #BeCyberSmart

Cyberliza writes TuesdayTool