Report Cyber Threats Anonymously – For Pros & Hobbyists
▼ Summary
– Draugnet is an anonymous cyber threat reporting platform built on MISP, designed to simplify reporting without requiring registration or login.
– Developed by Trey Darley and Alexandre Dulaunoy, Draugnet will launch at FIRSTCON in Copenhagen, allowing submissions in machine-readable JSON format.
– The platform aims to democratize threat intelligence by enabling contributions from non-professionals, like hobbyists or QA professionals.
– Draugnet ensures anonymity by decoupling front and back ends, though complete anonymity online remains challenging and false reports are a risk.
– Potential use cases include trusted environments like ISACs or national cybersecurity agencies, leveraging confidential computing for secure submissions.
Cybersecurity professionals and enthusiasts now have a powerful new tool for anonymous threat reporting with Draugnet, an innovative platform designed to simplify intelligence sharing. Built on the open-source Malware Information Sharing Platform (MISP), this initiative aims to break down barriers for those who want to contribute to collective defense without bureaucratic hurdles or identity exposure.
Developed by security researcher Trey Darley and Alexandre Dulaunoy of Luxembourg’s Computer Incident Response Center (CIRCL), Draugnet will debut at FIRSTCON in Copenhagen. Originally nicknamed Abracadabra for its user-friendly approach, the platform allows submissions ranging from basic indicators of compromise to detailed threat reports, all without requiring registration. Data is shared in machine-readable JSON format, making it instantly actionable for analysts.
The goal is to empower “quiet defenders”, whether seasoned experts or curious hobbyists, to share critical insights without fear of reprisal or red tape. Darley illustrates its potential with a hypothetical scenario: A manufacturer could create a web form for vulnerability reports on smart coffee makers. Researchers submit findings anonymously, receiving a unique token to track or update their submissions later. The system’s decoupled architecture ensures backend operators can’t trace reports back to individuals.
Draugnet targets not just professionals but also outsiders like QA engineers or podcast listeners inspired to contribute. “We’re seeing more vulnerability disclosures, yet society isn’t becoming more open,” Darley notes. By reducing friction in reporting, the platform encourages broader participation in threat intelligence.
However, challenges remain. Absolute anonymity online is impossible, as digital interactions always leave traces. The platform also can’t yet filter out false or malicious reports. Darley envisions Draugnet as a modular tool, organizations might deploy it within closed trust groups like ISACs or leverage Intel SGX for added confidentiality. National agencies, for example, could invite top researchers to a secured instance, fostering collaboration without paperwork.
While not a silver bullet, Draugnet represents a step toward democratizing cybersecurity, one anonymous report at a time.
(Source: InfoSecurity Magazine)
