The Strategic Role of OSINT Tools in Chinese Cyber Operations (opens in new tab)

Chinese hackers’ keen interest in Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) tools can be attributed to several interrelated factors rooted in strategic, operational, and technical dimensions. These hackers, often state-sponsored or affiliated with groups that serve the interests of the Chinese government, leverage OSINT tools to achieve a range of objectives, from intelligence gathering to augmenting their cyber offensive capabilities.