Book Review: Inside the Dark Web

Reviewed by James T. Dunne , CPP at the Advancing Security Worldwide web site, which is a publication of Security Managment. You can read the full review here 

The dark web is an infamous and mysterious corner of the internet, shrouded in mystery and secrecy. It is said to be full of evildoers, criminals, and other nefarious characters, and thus many are hesitant to explore it. But despite its dangerous and shadowy reputation, the dark web can be a fascinating place full of unique and interesting information and activities.

The just-released book “Inside the Dark Web” takes readers on an exclusive tour of the depths of the dark web and offers a unique perspective on its hidden corners and the people who inhabit it. Authored by acclaimed cyber security journalist and dark web researcher, Josephine Green, the book is an intriguing exploration of the dark web and its many secrets.

The book provides an in-depth analysis of the dark web’s hidden activity. It delves into its dark side and the dangers it presents, such as scams, hackers, and the sale of illegal goods and services. It also casts light on the positive aspects of the dark web, such as the anonymity it provides to activists and whistleblowers, as well as the resources it offers for individuals who are in need of privacy and safety. The book also offers a unique look into the lives of the people who use the dark web for their everyday activities, exploring the motivations that drive them to participate in its hidden activities.

One of the main strengths of this book is its narrative structure. Green’s engaging and accessible writing style brings the dark web to life and makes its inner workings easy to understand. In addition to being informative, the book is also entertaining. Through stories of real-life stories of dark web users, it shows the human side of the otherwise unknown and mysterious corner of the internet.

Overall, “Inside the Dark Web” is a must-read for anyone interested in the dark web and its hidden secrets. It offers an engaging and detailed look into an often-misunderstood world and provides valuable insight into its dangers and its potential for positivity. It is an excellent resource for those wishing to learn more about the mysterious depths of the dark web and the people who inhabit it.

Inside the Dark Web Review

Steeping oneself in Inside the Dark Web is akin to planning a first attempt at mountain climbing. A rising fear of a dangerous adventure yields to a growing appreciation for the Sherpas. The book’s two authors acquit themselves as experienced guides to the cyber underworld and the field’s relevance to law enforcement.

Although well-organized, the book is not an easy read, with sometimes unexplained technical jargon, often choppy sentence structure, and frequently overlapping and repetitive flow of material. Notably lacking is a glossary of significant cyber terms.

Still, the complexity of the territory may excuse such obstacles, and the reader soon encounters the various dimensions of the dark web. Of great use to students of cybersecurity are conclusions and summary sections, as well as questions at the end of most chapters.

Early in the book, readers are introduced to the dark web’s threat landscape, the familiar range of narcotics trafficking, child pornography, terrorism, weapons, unconventional currency marketing, and other illegal activity. The authors explain where to find the dark web. It’s not in the visible Web (about 4 percent of the World Wide Web) but in the deep web (the other 96 percent), which houses medical records, government files, and other sites that must be kept away from public eyes. The dark web is a subset of the deep web that is entirely made up of dark sites.

Dark websites are not indexed by search engines like Google; they are accessible only through special browsers such as Tor. The authors argue that Tor’s original objective—to protect users’ privacy and anonymity—was blighted by criminal exploitation of it.

The authors discuss content analysis, exploiting content logs, and forensics among other things. Like Sherpas, they lead the reader on an inside tour of a crime and threat target that is largely unfamiliar to security professionals. Much of the book may require a second or third reading, but the volume is an excellent reference.

James T. Dunne, CPP, is a member of the ASIS Communities for Global Terrorism, Political Instability, and International Crime, and for Information Technology Security. He is a senior analyst in the State Department’s Bureau of Diplomatic Security. The views expressed here are those of the reviewer, and do not necessarily reflect those of the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. government.

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Inside the Dark Web at CSUSteeping oneself in Inside the Dark Web is akin to planning a first attempt at mountain climbing. A rising fear of a dangerous adventure yields to a growing appreciation for the Sherpas. The book’s two authors acquit themselves as experienced guides to the cyber underworld and the field’s relevance to law enforcement.

Although well-organized, the book is not an easy read, with sometimes unexplained technical jargon, often choppy sentence structure, and frequently overlapping and repetitive flow of material. Notably lacking is a glossary of significant cyber terms.

Still, the complexity of the territory may excuse such obstacles, and the reader soon encounters the various dimensions of the dark web. Of great use to students of cybersecurity are conclusions and summary sections, as well as questions at the end of most chapters.

Early in the book, readers are introduced to the dark web’s threat landscape, the familiar range of narcotics trafficking, child pornography, terrorism, weapons, unconventional currency marketing, and other illegal activity. The authors explain where to find the dark web. It’s not in the visible Web (about 4 percent of the World Wide Web) but in the deep web (the other 96 percent), which houses medical records, government files, and other sites that must be kept away from public eyes. The dark web is a subset of the deep web that is entirely made up of dark sites.

Dark websites are not indexed by search engines like Google; they are accessible only through special browsers such as Tor. The authors argue that Tor’s original objective—to protect users’ privacy and anonymity—was blighted by criminal exploitation of it.

The authors discuss content analysis, exploiting content logs, and forensics among other things. Like Sherpas, they lead the reader on an inside tour of a crime and threat target that is largely unfamiliar to security professionals. Much of the book may require a second or third reading, but the volume is an excellent reference.

James T. Dunne, CPP, is a member of the ASIS Communities for Global Terrorism, Political Instability, and International Crime, and for Information Technology Security. He is a senior analyst in the State Department’s Bureau of Diplomatic Security. The views expressed here are those of the reviewer, and do not necessarily reflect those of the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. government.

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Table of Contents

1. An Introduction to the Dark Web.

2. Cybercrime and the Dark Web.

3. Malicious Software.

4. Dark Web Malicious Hacker Forums.

5. Ransomware.

6. Accessing Dark Web Contents.

7. Crypto Market and Cryptocurrency.

8. Threat Intelligence from the Dark Web.

9. Social Engineering in the Dark Web.

10. Products and Vendors in Dark Web Markets.

11. Dark Web Forensics

12. Open Source Intelligence.

13. Emerging Trend of Dark-Net and Mitigating Techniques.

14. Hands-on Dark Web.

Biography

Dr. Erdal Ozkaya is a leading Cybersecurity Professional with business development, management and academic skills who focuses on securing the Cyber Space and sharing his real-life skills as a Security Adviser, Speaker, Lecturer and Author. Erdal is known to be passionate about reaching communities, and creating cyber aware campaigns and leveraging new and innovative approaches and technologies to holistically address the information security and privacy needs for every person and organization in the world. He has authored many cybersecurity books as well as security certification courseware and exams for different vendors.

He is an award-winning technical expert & speaker: His recent awards are: Microsoft Circle of Excellence Platinum Club (2017), NATO Center of Excellence (2016) Security Professional of the year by MEA Channel Magazine (2015), Professional of the year Sydney (2014) and many speaker of the year awards in conferences. He also holds Global Instructor of the year awards from EC Council and Microsoft. Erdal is also a part time lecture at Australian Charles Sturt University.

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