Data-science investigations have brought journalism into the 21st century and—guided by The
Intercept’s infosec expert Micah Lee— this book is your blueprint for uncovering hidden secrets
in hacked datasets.Unlock the internet’s treasure trove of public interest data with Hacks
Leaks and Revelations by Micah Lee an investigative reporter and security engineer. This
hands-on guide blends real-world techniques for researching large datasets with lessons on
coding data authentication and digital security. All of this is spiced up with gripping
stories from the front lines of investigative journalism.Dive into exposed datasets from a wide
array of sources: the FBI the DHS police intelligence agencies extremist groups like the
Oath Keepers and even a Russian ransomware gang. Lee’s own in-depth case studies on
disinformation-peddling pandemic profiteers and neo-Nazi chatrooms serve as blueprints for your
research.Gain practical skills in searching massive troves of data for keywords like antifa”
and pinpointing documents with newsworthy revelations. Get a crash course in Python to automate
the analysis of millions of files.You will also learn how to: Master encrypted messaging to
safely communicate with whistleblowers. Secure datasets over encrypted channels using Signal
Tor Browser OnionShare and SecureDrop. Harvest data from the BlueLeaks collection of internal
memos financial records and more from over 200 state local and federal agencies. Probe
leaked email archives about offshore detention centers and the Heritage Foundation. Analyze
metadata from videos of the January 6 attack on the US Capitol sourced from the Parler social
network. We live in an age where hacking and whistleblowing can unearth secrets that alter
history. Hacks Leaks and Revelations is your toolkit for uncovering new stories and hidden
truths. Crack open your laptop plug in a hard drive and get ready to change history.
