Sometimes, educational institutions or certain community groups may have access to software licenses at no cost or at a reduced rate. If you're affiliated with such an organization, it's worth inquiring about potential access.
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As an OSINT tool, Maltego often handles sensitive investigative data. Using a compromised version could allow attackers to exfiltrate your research or credentials [9, 15].