e# OPSEC for OSINT Investigators
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OPSEC for OSINT Investigations: A Secure Framework for Investigative Journalists. This option clearly identifies the target audience (OSINT investigators) and the guide's purpose (providing a secure framework).
OPSEC stands for Operational Security In the context of online investigations, OPSEC refers to the measures that researchers can take to protect their identity and security.
- Cyber attacks, such as data theft or system sabotage;
- Data tampering to discredit you;
- Physical or legal threats;
- Attempts to intimidate or silence you;
- Etc.
This guide covers all the steps necessary to apply secure security settings for secure online investigations. These steps include:
- Installing a secure operating system, such as Tails;
- Using anonymity tools, such as Sock Puppets;
- Encrypting data, such as PGP;
- And much, much more...
This guide is for investigative journalists and OSINT investigators interested in conducting online investigations against powerful adversaries. The guide is especially useful for journalists who are new to OPSEC or who lack computer experience.
Issues: If you encounter problems or have questions, please check the Issues Section of the repository. Your issue might have already been addressed. If not, feel free to open a new issue with details about your problems.
Contributions: This repository is a collaborative effort, and contributions are welcome. If you have additional knowledge or suggestions, feel free to submit a pull request.
This guide is under construction and will take time to be completed. Throughout its development, I will cover topics such as Operating Systems, Host Operating System, Tails, Whonix, Qubes/Whonix, Mobile Guide, KeePassXC, PGP, Alternative communication methods, Email, Jabber/XMPP, and more...
To get the most out of this guide, read it carefully and follow each step. If you have any questions, consult the or contact the guide author..
Enjoy your reading and stay safe!