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Assessing physical security risks using OSINT – utilising publicly available information for risk assessment

Publicly available information on events, locations or individuals may provide relevant clues to physical security risks as part of an existing security investigation.

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As part of existing security investigations, we conduct a structured review of publicly available information relating to a relevant physical security issue.

Why LanCologne?

Since its foundation, LanCologne has specialised in professional IT forensics. Our staff have decades of experience in the field of information technology and assist companies, solicitors, private individuals and, on a regular basis, the courts in the technical investigation of complex digital matters.

Our OSINT investigations are always carried out as a complementary component to existing IT forensic, legal or internal corporate enquiries. Every step of the investigation and every piece of digital evidence found is documented and, where technically possible, archived to ensure traceability even if the original online content is subsequently altered or deleted.

Our services

We research publicly available information relating to a relevant physical security issue and document the results in a manner that is forensically verifiable.

Typical areas of application

•Research into publicly available information on physical security risks
•Supplement to internal security investigations
•Support with the organisation of events or trips
•Documentation for internal security reports
•Judicial and non-judicial expert reports
•Collaboration with security departments

This is how a physical security risk assessment is carried out

Publicly available sources are systematically reviewed for information relevant to the security issue in question; any identifiable risk indications are documented, along with their source and context.

Why is the investigation of physical security risks relevant from a forensic perspective?

Publicly available information can provide important clues for assessing a specific physical security risk.

The documented research helps the relevant security officers to develop appropriate protective measures.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does LanCologne implement its own security measures?+
No, we provide the forensically documented information; the implementation of protective measures is the responsibility of specialist security service providers or the client themselves.
Are people being observed as part of this investigation?+
No, our investigations are limited to a one-off, documented analysis of publicly available information; they do not involve surveillance in the sense carried out by a private investigation agency.
Is this research combined with measures to safeguard the company’s location?+
Yes, the two methods often complement each other as part of a comprehensive security assessment.

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