ShadowTr8ce is AFIS’s investigative edge for the unseen internet. It merges AI deep and dark web searches with human-led forensic intelligence to trace stolen credentials, leaked data, and threat-actor chatter back to the sources. Ideal for clients wanting some peace of mind in this “assume breach” world.

Most online activity happens beyond what traditional search engines can see. The Deep Web contains legitimate but non-indexed data such as think academic archives, private databases, or company intranets. The Dark Web is a wide range of difficult to access cybercrime resources, such as underground forums, illicit marketplaces, instant messaging (telegram / signal / discord / etc.) channels and such. It’s where stolen data, credentials, and criminals often reside.

AFIS ShadowTr8ce operates in both layers. Searching for exposure in hard-to-reach places while maintaining a forensically sound, defensible chain of custody. 

1. Scoping & Target Definition- AFIS collaborates with client stakeholders to define investigation scope, search terms and monitoring parameters, such as domains, brands, executives, etc.

2. Source Mapping - Analysts identify relevant surface, deep, and dark-web sources such as marketplaces, closed forums, ransomware leaks, and credential dumps.

3. Searches - ShadowTr8ce’s mines data gathered from underground forums, illicit marketplaces, instant messaging groups, leak sites, etc., using the agreed upon search terms. 

4. Human Intelligence Validation - AFIS investigators review, interpret, and validate collected data to eliminate false positives and ensure contextual accuracy.

5. Correlation & Forensic Analysis - Findings are correlated with known incidents, IOCs, and internal telemetry to determine scope, timing, and potential exposure impact.

6. Reporting & Recommendations - AFIS delivers a concise, executive-level report including screenshots, verified findings, and remediation guidance.