The field of cyber threat intelligence is moving towards a more comprehensive understanding of various data sources, including dark web platforms and underground forums. Researchers are developing innovative methods to analyze and filter large amounts of data from these sources, revealing valuable insights into the tactics and strategies of cybercriminals. The development of tools and techniques to protect network configuration privacy is also a key area of focus, with researchers proposing scalable and rational solutions to safeguard sensitive data. Furthermore, the analysis of peer-to-peer networks, such as Monero, is providing new insights into the topology and security of these networks. Noteworthy papers include:
- The Dark Side of the Web, which demonstrates a method to analyze and filter large amounts of dark web data, revealing topic diversity and platform-specific trends.
- ScaleGuard, which proposes a scalable and rational solution to protect network configuration privacy.
- Charting the Uncharted, which provides the first analysis of Monero's peer-to-peer network, revealing connectivity patterns and potential security improvements.