Maltego Google Maps Geocoding

Prerequisites:

1. Maltego XL or Maltego Community Version: You can use either Maltego XL (Commercial Edition) or Maltego Community Version for this setup. Maltego Community Version is free and can be downloaded from the official website: Maltego Official Website.
2. Access to Google Maps Geocoding Transform: You will need access to the Google Maps Geocoding Maltego Transform, which may require registration or an API key from the Google Cloud Console.

• Google Cloud Console

Step 1: Obtain Information from Google Maps Geocoding Transform

• Visit the Google Cloud Console using the link provided above.
• If you don’t already have a Google Cloud account, you will need to sign up.
• Create a new project or use an existing one to manage your Google Maps Geocoding API access.
• In the Google Cloud Console, navigate to the “APIs & Services” > “Library” section to enable the Google Maps Geocoding API for your project.
• After enabling the API, go to the “APIs & Services” > “Credentials” section to create credentials. You will need to create an API key.
• Make note of your API key, as you will use it to configure the Google Maps Geocoding Transform in Maltego.

Step 2: Install Maltego

If you haven’t already installed Maltego XL (Commercial Edition) or Maltego Community Version, please download and install the appropriate version from the official website mentioned in the prerequisites.

Step 3: Access the Transform Hub

• Open Maltego.
• Go to the “Transform Hub” tab on the main dashboard. This is where you can access and install external transforms.

Step 4: Search for Google Maps Geocoding Transform (if available)

• In the Transform Hub, use the search function to look for the Google Maps Geocoding transform.
• If the transform is available on the Transform Hub, you may find it here.

Step 5: Install Google Maps Geocoding Transform (if available)

• Click on the Google Maps Geocoding transform if you find it in the Transform Hub.
• Select “Install” or “Add to Maltego” to add it to your Maltego installation.

Step 6: Configure Google Maps Geocoding Transform

• In Maltego, click on the “Transforms” tab.
• Select “Manage Transforms.”
• Locate the Google Maps Geocoding transform you’ve installed.
• Enter your Google Maps Geocoding API key in the transform’s configuration.

Step 7: Use Google Maps Geocoding Transform

• Close the “Manage Transforms” window.
• Create a new Maltego graph.
• In the “Transforms” palette on the left, you should now see the Google Maps Geocoding transform (if installed).
• Drag and drop the transform into your graph.
• Configure the transform with the necessary parameters, such as the address or location you want to geocode.
• Run the transform to gather geolocation information using Google Maps Geocoding capabilities.

Please note that the availability and setup process for Maltego transforms can vary, and you should refer to the specific transform developer’s documentation and resources for detailed guidance on their setup and usage. Additionally, be mindful of Google Maps Geocoding API usage limits and pricing, which may apply depending on your usage.