# OSINT & Threat Intel Sources

> Master the art of gathering cyber intelligence. Explore Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) methodologies, commercial threat feeds, dark web monitoring, and how to validate intelligence sources.

Canonical: https://codelivly.com/rooms/osint-threat-intel-sources
Last updated: 2026-07-06

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| Level | Advanced |
| Category | Cybersecurity |
| Lessons | 5 |
| Estimated time | 30 min |
| XP | 200 |

Dive into the critical data sources that fuel proactive cyber defense. The OSINT & Threat Intelligence Sources module breaks down how SOCs gather, validate, and consume external intelligence to stay ahead of adversaries.

You will learn advanced OSINT techniques for uncovering exposed assets and leaked credentials, navigate the differences between commercial and open-source threat feeds, monitor the dark web for emerging threats, and establish a rigorous validation process to ensure your intelligence is actionable and accurate. By the end of this module, you will know how to build a comprehensive intelligence gathering pipeline that keeps your SOC informed and proactive.

## Lessons

1. What is OSINT in a SOC Context? (30 min)
2. VirusTotal Deep Dive (30 min)
3. AbuseIPDB & AlienVault OTX (30 min)
4. Introduction to MISP (30 min)
5. Building a Threat Intel Habit (30 min)

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