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Dark Web Assessments

Most experts estimate that as little as 1-3% of the internet is actually accessible through traditional means. The rest of the proverbial iceberg is hidden and makes up the "Deep Web", with about 6% of that being the "Dark Web" where criminals operate largely unchecked. There you can find social security numbers, banking information, credit cards, and all manner of private and personal data stolen through breaches. It's where your information may be traded for pennies too.

Digging Deeper in the Dark Web

Billions of records available to anyone with the click of a mouse. 

The Dark Web is vast and continues to grow almost on a second by second basis, with terabytes of new data being posted regularly. It is made up of data that is not easily accessible and is constantly being updated. There is a lot of information on the Dark Web that people do not want to be made public. Marcum Darby uses the latest tools and technology to find information online, no matter where it is located or what language it is in.

What is the Dark Web

The Dark Web could be considered a secret world of hackers. This is because it provides criminals and terrorists with a place to conduct their activities with less scrutiny from   authorities. It's the "underworld" of the Internet where these groups can meet and do whatever they want.

While traditional search engines like Google focus on what is known as the "Surface Web", the top of the Internet "iceberg" where most legitimate activities take place, much of the Dark Web can only be accessed through specially designed tools like TOR (The Onion Router), Freenet, I2P (Invisible Internet Project) and other technologies.

Some Dark Web Facts

Your Credentials are Probably Already Out There

Based on recent estimates, there are more than 24 Billion credentials circulating on the Dark Web. That's billions of username and password combinations that are being sold and bought by criminals, which is an increase of more than 65% since 2020.

Someone Will Hack Your Bank Account for $65

Some of the most popular dark web services include hacking into Facebook and bank accounts (Source: Avast). Black hat hackers (the bad guys) have been known to hack Facebook accounts for as little as $65 and sell stolen bank logins for $120. That's how little your privacy is worth to the wrong people.

The Demand for Malware Has Gone Up

One of the most popular dark web hacker gigs is the creation and release of ransomware and various attacks. Ransomware had a massive spike in popularity in 2021 with more than 190 million attempted ransomware attacks in just Q3 of the year.

We conduct searches in English, Russian, French, Spanish, German, Arabic, and other languages. Our investigation protocol includes a deep dive into areas of the web frequented by criminals such as Tor sites, in IRC and I2P. Content from sources such as paste sites and social media can be matched by username, email address, phone number, IP address, vehicle identification number (VIN), credit card numbers, and others. Our methods grants us access to subject-related information unavailable through traditional investigative or intelligence methods.

Actual Use Cases

We Can Find Your Valuable Data Wherever It Shows Up Online

From our experience, the Dark Web is often the first place place your data is leaked to or where sensitive data appears before organizations even know it's been taken. One of the most common types of data is exposed credentials for sale or exchange on chatting channels, forums, and criminal marketplaces.

Digital Risk Protection

The dark web is a breeding ground for threats that can seriously damage businesses, from stolen data to covert attacks on digital or physical assets. We offer comprehensive evaluations of this environment, through targeted, continuous, and timely identification of specific threats and vulnerabilities. A full visibility of new and evolving risks gives your business the actionable insight you need to drive a proactive defense strategy.

Organized Retail Crime

Stolen and counterfeit goods are often sold on dark web marketplaces and forums, costing companies and consumers millions. Hackers can also compromise online checkout systems to extract shopper's credentials and credit card numbers, which are then sold online. Marcum Darby’s dark web search identifies these leaked details, giving companies and individuals actionable insight into their vulnerabilities.

Human Trafficking

Human traffickers post millions of adverts per month across the internet, using shell profiles and encryption methods to avoid detection. Marcum Darby uses real-time data to sift through the noise, getting to relevant data at pace. Using faceless browsing, Marcum Darby links anonymous buyers and sellers to identifiable users across multiple platforms. Comprehensive digital records give investigators the evidence they need to verify suspects and bring them to trial.

Identity Theft

Personal information or corporate assets are often listed for sale across dark web forums and marketplaces. In 2020 alone, identity theft cost consumers over $4 billion in out-of-pocket expenses. Marcum Darby's dark web search gives organizations in-depth visibility of their vulnerable data, creating opportunities for proactive safeguarding.

Financial Fraud

Financial security is a priority with Marcum Darby's suite of services. We provide real-time relevant intelligence without organizations having to access networks like Tor and I2P directly. Further, we equip organizations with tactics, techniques, and procedures of competitors, giving them the leverage to prevent attacks and secure brand reputation.

Cryptocurrency Investigations

Cryptocurrency is the predominant token of transaction on the dark web. The anonymous nature of blockchain technology makes source-tracing difficult. Marcum Darby's dark web search can help investigators to identify the owner of a cryptocurrency wallet, or to track the activity of a known individual over time. This allows organizations to see illegal activity that might otherwise go undetected.

Brand Reputation

A data breach from your organization leaked onto the dark web can wreak havoc on your brand reputation. The key is to identify data breaches as soon as they occur. Marcum Darby's dark web reporting can help you detect when sensitive information from your organization has been leaked, so that you can take action accordingly.

Fraud Investigations

Using Dark Web Data to Identify Deceitful Claims

Marcum Darby can help you identify fraudulent claims affecting healthcare, vehicle, homeowners, commercial insurance and more. In order to avoid fraud, many insurance companies take extreme caution when paying out insurance claims. To this end, it is essential for all insurers to have an experienced legal team to help evaluate potential fraud and misrepresentation in all areas of operation.

Auto and Home

Discover PII (Personally Identifiable Information) data that is connected to an IP address, payment account, driver’s license, SSN, VIN, and license plate. Carriers can use a combination of name/DOB/zip to return a high hit probability of locating relevant parties connected to a loss, policy or incident. Acquire intelligence referencing your company’s name, policy or claim numbers which correlates to a person, business, vehicle or a the date/time/place of an accident.

Directors and Officers

Marcum Darby equips companies to identify scams and exploits used to obtain proprietary company data or access assets from company executives. If there is exposed data to be found, we will locate it, retroactively and proactively, on the dark or open web. In this way your company will be protected from impending litigation, or previously unknown negative information.

Commercial Liability

Locate intelligence related to a business, professional or legal entity showing fraudulent use of business IP (Intellectual Property), trademark or trade secrets. Search for early signs of a data breach, insider activity or threat based data against the business.

Disability

Marcum Darby's investigation report presents evidence of activity or collusion that contradicts recorded injury or disability on a claim. Insurance companies can then identify information beyond the scope of medically provided opinions on severity of the disability. Our software allows us to uncover data that reveals when a claimant obtained medical approval of disability through collusive activity with a medical professional.

Bodily Injury

Marcum Darby is able to locate any evidence of activity beyond the scope of reported injuries and medical treatment. Data indicating another cause or pre-existing injury which may impact liability, damages or subrogation issues. Research information showing treatment did not occur, was falsified, or in any way differs from records or bills received.

Workmans Comp

We equip insurance companies with information that may indicate that an employer is being targeted by an employee or employee group for unfounded injuries, or whether claimant(s) are working when receiving benefits. Marcum Darby is also able to comprehensively review evidence of a claimant engaged in activities beyond the scope of approved medical disability, whether temporary or permanent.

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