Six Ways to Protect C-Suite Execs from OSINT Exploits
Guidance article outlines practical steps to reduce executive OSINT exposure—tightening public data, standardizing comms patterns, and using managed takedowns. Emphasizes social engineering risks tied to easily discoverable personal/role details.
CORTEX Protocol Intelligence Assessment
Business Impact: Executive impersonation and targeted fraud have outsized financial and reputational impact. Technical Context: Public metadata, travel posts, and vendor references fuel tailored lures.
Strategic Intelligence Guidance
- Conduct periodic OSINT scrubs and takedowns for execs.
- Harden account recovery paths and mailbox rules.
- Standardize verification for payment/credential requests.
- Use privacy services for domain/WHOIS shielding where allowed.
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Intelligence Source: Six Ways to Protect C-Suite Execs from OSINT Exploits | Oct 22, 2025