CYBERCRIME IN CONTEXT
Dark web economy is growing—here's what the numbers show
Surge in account takeover (ATO) attacks last year.
Breaches caused by external actors, mostly for financial gain.
Breaches involve human error, social engineering, or stolen credentials.
WHAT’S AT RISK
What is the dark web?
The dark web is a hidden part of the internet that isn’t accessible through regular search engines. It runs on overlay networks like Tor and I2P, but anonymity isn’t fully guaranteed due to potential vulnerabilities and tracking. While some use it for privacy, it’s also a hub for cybercriminals trading stolen sensitive data—like corporate credentials and financial records.
MONITORING 101
What is a dark web scan?
A dark web scan is a security check that helps companies detect if their sensitive data—such as employee credentials or customer information—has been exposed. It searches underground communities where cybercriminals trade leaked data from breaches, infostealers, and credential dumps, helping you spot risks early. If a threat is found, companies can take immediate action to prevent further security risks.
BENEFITS FOR BUSINESS
Why do businesses need dark web monitoring?
Cybercriminals don’t wait to cause harm—your company’s data can appear on hidden forums and marketplaces at any time. Using a dark web scanner for ongoing monitoring helps you stay ahead of threats and protect what matters most.
Rapid detection of data exposure
Discover leaked credentials and sensitive data the moment they appear online.
Proactive threat hunting
Act on early warnings to block data breaches and ransomware before they spread.
Reputation protection
Detect brand impersonation and phishing schemes before they harm customer trust.
Compliance support
Stay aligned with standards like HIPAA and GDPR by monitoring for data leaks 24/7.
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BUILT FOR BUSINESS SECURITY
How NordLayer prevents business data from ending up on the dark web
Protecting your business from data leaks requires a strong security strategy. NordLayer helps you safeguard sensitive information with enterprise-grade solutions that prevent unauthorized access:
Device posture security
Ensure only secure and compliant devices can access company resources.
Multi-factor authentication (MFA)
Add an extra layer of protection beyond passwords to prevent unauthorized logins.
Cloud Firewall
Easily implement granular network segmentation strategies for your hybrid infrastructure and workforce.
IP allowlisting
Restrict access to company systems by allowing only trusted IP addresses.
TAKE THE FIRST STEP
Detect and prevent dark web threats with NordLayer + NordStellar
Stay ahead of cyber threats with NordLayer + NordStellar—a powerful security bundle designed to detect and prevent data breaches before they impact your business.
NordLayer
Prevents unauthorized access with MFA, device posture security, cloud firewalls, and Zero Trust policies, reducing the risk of stolen credentials being exploited.
NordStellar
Provides 24/7 real-time visibility into external threats—like the dark web—and helps protect what matters most: your employees, clients, infrastructure, and brand.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
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Additional info
Frequently asked questions
Yes, dark web scans are completely safe because you don’t need to access the dark web yourself. Instead, NordStellar scans underground sources using automated crawlers and secure data feeds, ensuring you stay protected while identifying potential cyber threats. This way, your business can detect compromised data without any exposure to risky sites.
It continuously scans the deep, dark, and surface web, monitoring forums, Telegram, Discord, ransomware blogs, marketplaces, paste bins, and other sources where stolen data is traded or leaked. It then cross-references findings with your corporate domain, searching for organization-specific keywords such as email addresses, domain names, phone numbers, and IP addresses. If a match is found, you receive an alert, allowing you to take action before cybercriminals can exploit the exposed data. You can read more about NordStellar's dark web monitoring.
Protecting your business starts with knowing if your data is at risk. With NordStellar’s free dark web scan, you can quickly check if sensitive information linked to your company has surfaced on the dark web. The scan provides immediate insights into potential breaches, helping you take action to secure your business and protect your reputation.
Unfortunately, once data is leaked to the dark web, it cannot be fully erased. However, you can minimize the risk by taking immediate action. If your company’s data has been exposed, steps like resetting compromised credentials, enforcing multi-factor authentication (MFA), and strengthening security measures with NordLayer can help prevent further damage.