Proton launches Data Breach Observatory to track data leaks in real-time on the dark web

Proton has introduced the Data Breach Observatory, a free public hub reporting where data is actively leaking onto the dark web. This platform is built and maintained by Proton's abuse team using verified intelligence sources that also power their Dark Web Monitoring service. Unlike traditional self-reported breach databases, the Observatory compiles information directly from dark web sources, where cybercriminals exchange stolen data.

While many breaches go unreported or undetected, and businesses are often not required or motivated to disclose incidents, this direct approach offers much-needed visibility. By tracking major dark web leaks, the tool provides analysis of breach frequency and exposure patterns, categorized by industry and company size. This method ensures a more accurate and unbiased assessment of real-world threats than approaches relying solely on self-reporting.

Alongside its analysis features, the Data Breach Observatory allows users to search for breach incidents using filters like breach date, size, type, or sensitivity of compromised data, country, company name, industry, and company size. These tools can help organizations examine how their sector is affected by breaches and help them develop targeted cybersecurity strategies in response.