Cybercriminals no longer hide in the shadows. They work together, trade tools, and sell stolen data — all in places that most businesses never see.
Many companies rely on antivirus software or firewalls to stay protected. But now, a growing number of threats come from the dark web — a hidden part of the internet where stolen credentials, hacked accounts, and sensitive data are bought and sold.
That’s why we created GoSafe. It monitors the dark web for your business data and alerts you before issues escalate. In this blog, we’ll break down what the dark web is, how it poses a threat, and how GoSafe helps keep your business one step ahead.
What Is the Dark Web and Why Should You Care?
The dark web is a part of the internet that isn’t indexed by search engines like Google. It’s only accessible through special browsers like Tor, and it’s often used to hide illegal activity — including the sale of stolen business data.
While it may sound like something only large enterprises should worry about, the dark web targets businesses of all sizes. If your company uses email, handles customer data, or has online accounts, you’re at risk.
In fact, businesses with their data exposed on the dark web are more than twice as likely to suffer a full data breach.
Key Risks Businesses Face from the Dark Web
1. Leaked Credentials
Hackers often steal and sell usernames, passwords, and email addresses. These details can then be used in attacks like phishing or account takeovers.
2. Loss of Intellectual Property
From product designs to confidential documents, sensitive company data can be leaked or sold. This puts your competitive edge at risk.
3. Reputation Damage
Even the perception that your company appears on hacking forums can reduce customer trust and damage your brand.
4. Targeted Cyberattacks
Hackers use information from the dark web to plan attacks that are tailored to specific businesses — increasing their success rate.
How GoSafe Helps You Stay Protected
GoSafe works like an early warning system. It scans the dark web in real time, looking for your business name, domains, employee emails, and other sensitive data.
When a threat is found, you’ll be notified immediately — giving you time to take action before it becomes a major problem.
What GoSafe Includes:
Real-time alerts for breached credentials
Dark web scanning across forums, marketplaces, and databases
Insights into industry-specific threats
Early warnings about emerging attack tactics
GoSafe also integrates smoothly with your internal security efforts, providing you with actionable insights and practical steps to reduce risk.
How Attackers Use the Dark Web
Understanding common attack methods can help you spot warning signs early. Here are a few tactics we regularly see discussed or prepared for on the dark web:
Phishing and Spear Phishing: Fake emails trick employees into clicking links or giving up passwords.
Ransomware: Malware encrypts business data until a ransom is paid — often with threats of releasing the data on the dark web.
Credential Stuffing: Attackers test stolen usernames and passwords across multiple sites to gain access.
DDoS Attacks: Flooding your systems with traffic to take them offline or create a distraction for another attack.
GoSafe helps detect patterns linked to these methods, so you can act quickly and stay ahead.
Your Team’s Role in Cybersecurity
While GoSafe handles the monitoring, your team plays a key role too. Here’s how employees can help reduce dark web risks:
Stay alert for phishing emails and report anything suspicious.
Follow security policies and avoid using weak or repeated passwords.
Update software and devices regularly to patch known vulnerabilities.
Avoid public Wi-Fi for work activity unless protected by a VPN.
GoSafe also offers phishing simulations and optional staff training to support a culture of cybersecurity awareness.
Why Dark Web Monitoring Is Often Overlooked
Some businesses still believe dark web threats don’t apply to them. Others may assume monitoring is too technical or expensive. But with tools like GoSafe, it’s easy to start — and it costs far less than recovering from a breach.
By adding dark web monitoring to your strategy, you’ll get early warnings about exposed data, vulnerabilities, and targeted threats that other defences might miss.
Start Monitoring the Dark Web Today
GoSafe gives your business the tools to detect dark web threats early and act fast. It’s easy to use, cost-effective, and provides peace of mind that your data isn’t being sold behind your back.
Ready to see how it works?
External Resources
To support the information in this article, here are a few trusted sources we referenced:
https://business.bankofscotland.co.uk/business-resource-centre/guidance/dark-web-threats.html
https://www.lloydsbank.com/business/resource-centre/business-guides/dark-web-threats.html
https://www.sentinelone.com/cybersecurity-101/threat-intelligence/dark-web-monitoring-tools/
https://www.entechus.com/blogs/the-dark-web-a-hidden-threat-to-small-and-medium-sized-businesses