Free GIAC GOSI Practice Test & Real Exam Questions

Exam Code/Number: GOSI
Exam Name/Title: GIAC Open Source Intelligence Certification GOSI
Certification Provider: GIAC
Corresponding Certification: GIAC Cyber Defense

Exam Questions: 100
Updated On: Oct 07, 2026

Question #21

Which tools help OSINT analysts minimize personal exposure during investigations? (Choose two)

A. Google Chrome with autofill enabled

B. Unsecured public Wi-Fi networks

C. Tor Browser

D. Tails OS

Discussion 0

Correct Answer: C,D Vote an answer

Question #22

What is the primary purpose of WHOIS lookups in OSINT investigations?

A. To delete a website from search engines

B. To monitor encrypted communications

C. To retrieve domain registration details

D. To hack into a target's web server

Discussion 0

Correct Answer: C Vote an answer

Question #23

Which OSINT method is effective for detecting technical insider leaks, such as employees exposing sensitive information publicly?

A. Monitoring employee LinkedIn updates

B. Conducting social engineering attacks

C. Reviewing public GitHub repositories for company-related commits

D. Buying internal employee data from cybercriminals

Discussion 0

Correct Answer: A Vote an answer

Question #24

When investigating a target's email address, which of the following OSINT techniques can reveal linked online accounts?

A. Intercepting network traffic

B. Downloading metadata from private emails

C. Reverse email lookup tools

D. Brute-force password attacks

Discussion 0

Correct Answer: C Vote an answer

Question #25

What is the primary benefit of using Boolean operators in OSINT searches?

A. They encrypt search history to protect privacy

B. They allow access to hidden databases

C. They refine search queries by combining keywords logically

D. They improve internet speed when gathering data

Discussion 0

Correct Answer: C Vote an answer

Question #26

What search engine technique can be used to find business documents stored on public cloud services?

A. Performing brute force attacks on business domains

B. Running phishing campaigns against employees

C. Using Google Dorking queries

D. Using SQL injection attacks on business databases

Discussion 0

Correct Answer: C Vote an answer

Question #27

How can dark web marketplaces be used in OSINT investigations for businesses?

A. To obtain business insider information

B. To identify leaked credentials and breach data

C. To purchase internal corporate documents

D. To track stock market fluctuations

Discussion 0

Correct Answer: B Vote an answer

Question #28

Which OSINT methods can help track a target's digital footprint? (Choose two)

A. Scanning internal corporate databases

B. Extracting metadata from shared documents

C. Monitoring social media activity

D. Intercepting private emails

Discussion 0

Correct Answer: B,C Vote an answer

Question #29

Which techniques help OSINT analysts stay anonymous online? (Choose two)

A. Using company-provided workstations for OSINT

B. Avoid authenticating or interacting with target content

C. Using virtual private networks (VPNs)

D. Logging into personal accounts during research

Discussion 0

Correct Answer: B,C Vote an answer

Question #30

What are reliable OSINT techniques for discovering hidden business affiliations? (Choose two)

A. Checking corporate ownership records and SEC filings

B. Using phishing emails to extract confidential data

C. Manipulating stock prices to reveal market dependencies

D. Searching WHOIS domain registrations linked to the business

Discussion 0

Correct Answer: A,D Vote an answer

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