Maltego - Intelligence and Data Analysis Tool
Introduction
Maltego is a data mining and analysis tool used for information gathering, cybersecurity, and OSINT (Open Source Intelligence) investigations.
Features
- Graph-based Analysis: Visualize relationships between entities.
- OSINT Integration: Gather information from public sources.
- Transformations: Automate data collection and correlation.
- Custom API Integration: Connect with services like Shodan, VirusTotal, etc.
- Collaboration Support: Share intelligence with teams.
Installation
- Open a terminal.
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Install Maltego using the following command:
sudo pacman -S maltego
Install verification
To verify that Maltego has been installed correctly, run:
maltego
If the Maltego interface opens, the installation was successful.
Uninstall
To remove Maltego from your system, use:
sudo pacman -Rns maltego
Usage
Launching Maltego
To start Maltego, run:
maltego
Creating a New Entity
- Open Maltego and select an entity type (Domain, IP, Person, etc.).
- Drag the entity onto the workspace.
Running Transformations
- Right-click on an entity.
- Select a transformation to retrieve more information.
Saving and Exporting an Analysis
- To save the analysis, go to
File -> Save. - To export in another format, go to
File -> Exportand choose the desired format.
Configuration
Maltego allows adding Custom Transformations and configuring External APIs to enhance information gathering. To configure them, go to:
Edit -> Options -> Transform Servers
You can also add API keys in the configuration for access to advanced services like Shodan, VirusTotal, etc.
Official documentation & More Info
Contributing
If you want to contribute to Maltego, check the official documentation for API extensions and community involvement.
Support
For support and troubleshooting, visit the Maltego Support Page.
License
Maltego is distributed under a proprietary license. Refer to the Maltego Terms of Service for details.