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Google Hacking: Google Dorks for Sensitive Information
In the vast internet landscape, Google is the gateway to an ocean of information. While most of us use Google for simple searches, a powerful tool known as “Google Dorks” unlocks a deeper level of search capability. In this blog post, we’ll look into what Google Dorks are, how they work, and how to use them ethically and responsibly.
What are Google Dorks?
Google Dorks, or Google hacking or Google-fu, refers to specialized search queries that utilize advanced operators to pinpoint specific information on the web. These operators allow users to narrow down their searches and find hidden data that may not be accessible through our regular search methods.
How does Google Dorking work?
Google Dorking utilizes custom queries with advanced search operators (specific symbols or words) to fetch targeted search results. All you have to do is type in the custom Google dork query in the Google search bar.
When the Google search engine crawls the web, it indexes many parts of websites, some of which may not be readily available to regular internet…