Tracing the Invisible

At Plessas Experts Network (PEN), we specialize in using advanced Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) to uncover those responsible for cybercrime, intellectual property theft, and brand exploitation. Our investigators meticulously trace the digital breadcrumbs left behind by threat actors: tiny clues scattered across the vast landscape of the internet. These fragments, when connected, reveal patterns that point toward the individuals or groups behind illicit online activity.

Investigating the Hidden Web

Our team operates deep within the darker corners of the internet—monitoring illicit marketplaces, underground forums, and dark web communities where stolen data, counterfeit goods, and brand-impersonating content circulate. By examining posts, transaction records, and communication traces, we extract and analyze information to identify a suspect’s digital signature. This may include unique usernames, aliases, IP addresses, and email accounts: critical data points that reveal patterns of behavior.

Connecting Identities and Protecting Brands

Once a digital profile is assembled, we cross-reference it against public social media profiles, open databases, and other online records to link the anonymous persona to a real-world identity. For cases of brand abuse, PEN deploys specialized tools to scan the web for unauthorized use of trademarks, logos, and copyrighted content. Our comprehensive analysis not only identifies where and how your brand is being misused but also pinpoints the responsible parties, providing a clear path toward enforcement and legal action.