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osint-research

Plan, execute, and verify open-source intelligence investigations with structured workflows.

3|2|Updated Apr 25, 2026
Search Tags:#research#investigation#verification#osint#intelligence#due-diligence
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/patricksavalle/investigate-journalism-skills --skill osint-research-patricksavalle
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: osint-research
Source: https://github.com/patricksavalle/investigate-journalism-skills/tree/main/.agents/skills/osint-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/patricksavalle/investigate-journalism-skills --skill osint-research-patricksavalle

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill solves the problem of unverified, scattered, or biased information gathering by providing a rigorous, disciplined framework for conducting open-source intelligence (OSINT) investigations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured Investigation: Provides a multi-phase workflow for planning, collecting, and verifying data on people, entities, accounts, and events.
  • Evidence Verification: Implements Admiralty-coded reliability scoring and warrant labeling to ensure findings are traced to primary sources rather than hearsay.
  • Use Case: Use this to build a comprehensive, audited profile on an organization or individual by mapping their digital footprint, verifying media authenticity, and cross-referencing public records while maintaining strict ethical and safety boundaries.

Quick Start

Use the osint-research skill to investigate the digital footprint and background of the organization mentioned in this article.

Frequently Asked Questions about osint-research

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I conduct open-source intelligence investigations systematically?▼

Open-source intelligence investigations require a structured framework for planning, collecting, and verifying data through systematic pivoting and cross-referencing public records to ensure analytical integrity.

What is the best way to verify sources during an OSINT investigation?▼

Source verification in OSINT investigations is best handled using Admiralty-coded reliability scoring and warrant labeling to trace findings to primary sources rather than hearsay.

Can I use this framework to profile individuals and organizations using public records?▼

Yes, you can profile individuals, entities, accounts, and events by mapping digital footprints and cross-referencing public records while adhering to harm-minimization protocols.

How do I document evidence chains for due diligence research?▼

Documenting evidence chains for due diligence involves applying warrant labeling and reliability scoring to collected data, tracking information back to primary sources to create an audited profile.

What are the limitations of using publicly available information for background investigations?▼

Background investigations using publicly available information are limited by the need for strict operational security and harm-minimization, requiring primary-source verification protocols to avoid unverified data.

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