Archived Web Pages

Unearthing the Past: ThreatNG Archived Web Page Investigation Module

The ThreatNG Archived Web Page Investigation Module illuminates an organization's historical online presence by analyzing archived versions of its website and other internet properties. This retrospective analysis fulfills crucial External Attack Surface Management (EASM) and Digital Risk Protection (DRP) requirements, helping organizations identify lingering vulnerabilities and potential reputational risks.

Archived Web Files: A Treasure Trove of Security Risks for Organizations

Archived web files, such as APIs, login pages, and even seemingly innocuous images, can expose critical vulnerabilities in web applications, leak sensitive data, and compromise user privacy. This hidden digital footprint provides valuable intelligence for external attack surface management and digital risk protection, enabling organizations to identify and mitigate potential threats proactively.

API, JSON, JSP, PHP, Python

These files can reveal how web applications are structured and potentially expose vulnerabilities in their logic or implementation.

Document Files (PDF, Excel, Txt, XML)

These files might contain confidential information, intellectual property, or personal data that could be leveraged maliciously.

BAK, Demo Pages, Login Pages

These pages might contain backup copies of sensitive information or expose default credentials that attackers could use.

Emails

Archived emails could contain sensitive communications, internal discussions, or personally identifiable information (PII).

Image Files, CSS, Javascript Files

While seemingly harmless, these files can sometimes hide malicious code or track user behavior.

Clean Up the Past, Secure the Future: Identify Risks in Archived Web Pages

Improved Security Posture

The module helps organizations address lingering security risks by uncovering outdated information, misconfigurations, and potential vulnerabilities in archived content.

Enhanced Brand Reputation Management

Analyzing archived content allows for identifying potentially damaging information that may still be accessible online.

Proactive Risk Mitigation

The module helps identify past security missteps or exposures that may not have been previously detected.

The ThreatNG Archived Web Page Investigation Module analyzes archived web pages and provides valuable insights for EASM and DRP strategies. This retrospective analysis empowers organizations to address lingering security risks, manage their online reputation, and proactively mitigate digital risks.

External Attack Surface Management (EASM)

Identification of Outdated Information: Archived web pages may contain outdated information about the organization's security posture, such as vulnerable software versions, unpatched systems, or exposed credentials. The module helps identify such information and enables remediation efforts to address lingering vulnerabilities.
Misconfiguration Detection: Historical misconfigurations in archived content can expose potential weaknesses in the current attack surface. By analyzing archived configurations, the module helps identify areas for improvement in security settings.
Leak Detection: Archived content may inadvertently contain sensitive information not intended for public disclosure. The module helps identify such leaks and allows appropriate action to secure the information.

Digital Risk Protection (DRP)

Brand Reputation Monitoring: Archived content can reveal past controversies, negative reviews, or outdated marketing materials that may negatively impact the organization's reputation. The module helps identify such content and enables efforts to manage the organization's online image.
Phishing Detection: Attackers could use Archived login pages or other sensitive information in archived content to create phishing campaigns. The module helps identify such information and allows proactive measures to prevent phishing attacks.
Compliance Auditing: Archived content can be used to verify past compliance with data privacy regulations or industry standards. The module provides evidence for compliance audits and helps identify potential gaps in current practices.