312-50V10 · Question #23
The collection of potentially actionable, overt, and publicly available information is known as
The correct answer is A. Open-source intelligence. Open-source intelligence (OSINT) refers to the collection and analysis of information gathered from publicly available, overt sources, and is a key reconnaissance technique in both offensive security and threat intelligence.
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The collection of potentially actionable, overt, and publicly available information is known as
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- AOpen-source intelligence
- BHuman intelligence
- CSocial intelligence
- DReal intelligence
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(36 responses)- A89% (32)
- B3% (1)
- C6% (2)
- D3% (1)
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Open-source intelligence (OSINT) refers to the collection and analysis of information gathered from publicly available, overt sources, and is a key reconnaissance technique in both offensive security and threat intelligence.
Open-source intelligence (OSINT) is formally defined as intelligence derived from publicly accessible, overt sources such as websites, social media, public records, and news outlets - the term 'open-source' refers to publicly available information, not open-source software. OSINT is widely used during the reconnaissance phase of penetration testing and by intelligence agencies to gather actionable information without covert means.
Human intelligence (HUMINT) refers to intelligence collected through interpersonal contact and human sources, not publicly available information.
Social intelligence is not a recognized formal intelligence discipline in standard cybersecurity or government intelligence frameworks.
Real intelligence is not a defined or recognized intelligence collection category in any standard framework.
Concept tested: Open-source intelligence (OSINT) definition and reconnaissance
Source: https://www.dni.gov/index.php/what-we-do/what-is-intelligence
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