Maltego
The All-in-One Tool for Link Analysis.
Overview
Maltego is an open-source intelligence (OSINT) and graphical link analysis tool for gathering and connecting information for investigative tasks. It allows users to visualize and analyze relationships between different pieces of information from various public sources, making it a powerful tool for reconnaissance.
✨ Key Features
- Graphical link analysis
- Data mining from open sources
- Over 100 data integrations (Transforms)
- Real-time data collaboration
- CaseFile for offline analysis
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Powerful and intuitive graphical interface
- Extensive library of data integrations (Transforms)
- Strong visualization and link analysis capabilities
Unique Value: Transforms vast amounts of public data into clear, actionable intelligence through powerful visualization and link analysis.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- Mapping out infrastructure and relationships related to a target domain or individual.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Active vulnerability scanning or exploitation.
🏆 Alternatives
Provides a much more powerful and integrated graphical interface for connecting disparate data sources compared to command-line OSINT tools.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Community Edition has limited access to data integrations (Transforms).
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