Digital Identity
Digital identity in cybersecurity refers to the online representation of an individual or organization, encompassing the data that uniquely identifies them and the methods used to authenticate and authorize their access to systems and services. It involves managing personal information, credentials, and online reputation to ensure secure access and prevent unauthorized use. In Web3, digital identity takes on a new dimension with decentralized identifiers (DIDs) and verifiable credentials, allowing users to control their data and identity without relying on centralized authorities. This shift towards self-sovereign identity presents opportunities and challenges for cybersecurity, as users gain more control and bear greater responsibility for protecting their digital assets and reputation.
ThreatNG’s capabilities can contribute to protecting and understanding digital identities, especially in the context of Web3:
External Discovery and Assessment:
Domain Intelligence: ThreatNG can discover Web3 domains associated with an organization, including those that might be used for identity-related services or dApps. This allows organizations to assess if their Web3 domains are being used in ways that could affect their digital identity or if similar domains are being used to impersonate them.
Sensitive Code Exposure: ThreatNG can scan code repositories for exposed credentials or API keys that could compromise digital identities.
Dark Web Presence: ThreatNG monitors the dark web for mentions of an organization or its associated individuals, which could reveal compromised credentials or identity theft attempts.
Alerts: ThreatNG can be configured to send alerts when changes are detected on Web3 domains or code repositories related to digital identity. This allows organizations to respond quickly to potential threats.
Domain Intelligence: This module allows for in-depth investigation of Web3 domains, including those related to digital identity services.
Sensitive Code Exposure: This module can analyze code for vulnerabilities leading to identity theft or unauthorized access.
Working with Complementary Solutions:
Identity Management Platforms: ThreatNG can integrate with identity management platforms to provide a more comprehensive view of digital identity security.
Threat Intelligence Platforms: Combining ThreatNG's data with external threat intelligence can provide insights into emerging threats to digital identity.
Examples of ThreatNG Helping:
ThreatNG discovers that an organization's Web3 domain, intended for a future identity management system, is already registered by an unknown entity. This allows the organization to take action to reclaim the domain.
ThreatNG identifies a vulnerability in a dApp that could allow attackers to steal user data, including personally identifiable information (PII). This enables the organization to patch the vulnerability with the dApp developer.
Examples of ThreatNG Working with Complementary Solutions:
ThreatNG integrates with an identity management platform to correlate identity-related events with ThreatNG's findings, providing a more holistic view of identity risks.
ThreatNG integrates with a threat intelligence platform to receive alerts on new phishing campaigns targeting Web3 users, which could compromise their digital identities.
