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ChatGPT and Its Role in Google Dorking

Mar 19, 2025

Unlocking ChatGPT: Advanced AI for Google Dorking & OSINT

Overview

  • Dorking (Google Hacking): Technique used to find sensitive information on websites using specific search operators and keywords.
  • ChatGPT: Advanced AI by OpenAI, useful in automating and enhancing the Dorking process.
  • DorkSearch: Free service that complements AI for enhanced Dorking.

AI and Google Dorking

  • Search Operators: Help find vulnerabilities, sensitive files, and inaccessible information.
  • Growth in AI: Image recognition grows at 6% annually, word-based AI at 8.5%.

Real-world Applications of ChatGPT

  • Utilizes NLP for human language understanding and replies.
  • Assists in creating and improving search queries.
  • Analyzes past searches to identify new search operators and keywords.
  • Automates multiple search queries simultaneously to save time.
  • Used by security researchers and investigators for efficient SEO and uncovering sensitive information.

How ChatGPT Works

  • Architecture: Based on GPT (Generative Pre-trained Transformer), trained on billions of texts.
  • Functionality: Predicts text by understanding context; generates coherent, human-like responses.
  • Future: Enhancements through larger datasets, transfer learning, and fine-tuning for specific tasks.

Using ChatGPT for Dorking

  • Query Crafting: Suggests search operators and keywords.
  • Result Analysis: Identifies specific information in search results such as login pages or sensitive files.

5-Step Plan for Security Assessment Using ChatGPT

  1. Train ChatGPT on common Dorking search operators/keywords.
  2. Use it to craft search queries.
  3. Analyze Google Dork results for vulnerabilities.
  4. Verify identified vulnerabilities manually.
  5. Document and report findings.

AI Assistance in OSINT

  • Deep Learning: Identifies patterns and connections beyond human capability.
  • Predictive Analytics: Predicts potential vulnerabilities and threats.
  • Multilingual Support: Handles multiple languages, beneficial for global OSINT investigations.

Top 10 Most Potent Dorks

  1. site:domain.com filetype:pdf - Finds PDF files on a website.
  2. inurl:password - Finds URLs containing 'password'.
  3. intext:username - Finds text containing 'username'.
  4. filetype:xls - Finds Excel files on a website.
  5. intitle:index of - Reveals directory listings and files.
  6. inurl:viewerframe?mode - Finds cameras/devices with open Internet ports.
  7. powered by - Reveals technology used and potential vulnerabilities.
  8. intext:Last modified - Shows last update dates in text.
  9. inurl:admin - Reveals admin login pages.
  10. intext:privacy policy - Displays privacy policy information.

Ethical and Legal Considerations

  • Legal and Ethical Use: Emphasizes using AI for legitimate purposes only.
  • Privacy Concerns: Potential to reveal sensitive personal data.
  • Evolution of Dorking: AI and ML will continue to revolutionize OSINT and Dorking.

Conclusion

  • ChatGPT enhances OSINT and cyber investigations significantly.
  • Despite its power, users must verify accuracy and consider ethical implications.
  • Encouragement to adopt ChatGPT in OSINT with proper planning and ethical considerations.
  • Invitation to explore ChatGPT for free and share findings in the LinkedIn community.