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Make sure that you use a separate and fully encrypted computer to work from. This can be a virtual machine, USB, external drive or a throw away laptop. All of your network traffic should be routed entirely over Tor (whonix is the best for this). See [https://enlacehacktivista.org/images/6/69/Hack_back1.txt Phineas Fishers operational security practices] for hackers OPSEC.
Make sure that you use a separate and fully encrypted computer to work from. This can be a virtual machine, USB, external drive or a throw away laptop. All of your network traffic should be routed entirely over Tor (whonix is the best for this). See [https://enlacehacktivista.org/images/6/69/Hack_back1.txt Phineas Fishers operational security practices] for hackers OPSEC.
Residential [https://github.com/rofl0r/proxychains-ng proxies] over [https://support.torproject.org/glossary/torsocks Tor] ([https://linux.die.net/man/1/torsocks Tor] -> Proxy). Though not applicable for most OPSEC concerns and '''shouldn't''' be used as an operational security measure to stay safe, if you're going to be hacking then using Tor directly won't be very effective. Tor is great for our OPSEC foundations but for using different tools on your VPS and logging into different services on your target using residential proxies in areas close to your target (City, State, etc) won't raise as many red flags on the defensive side and if your IP gets blocked you can just rotate to another residential proxy. Proxies coming from residential areas will look less suspicious as opposed to data center hosted proxies. Using Tor going into the proxy will ensure any subpoenas or investigations won't de-anonymize you.


== OPSEC Tools ==
== OPSEC Tools ==
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When communicating with journalists or other hackers it's important to keep all communication end-to-end encrypted, network connection over Tor and to [https://www.wired.com/2015/05/silk-road-2/ not use aliases or emails that lead back to your real world identity].
When communicating with journalists or other hackers it's important to keep all communication end-to-end encrypted, network connection over Tor and to [https://www.wired.com/2015/05/silk-road-2/ not use aliases or emails that lead back to your real world identity].


* https://www.qubes-os.org
* https://www.qubes-os.org ([http://qubesosfasa4zl44o4tws22di6kepyzfeqv3tg4e3ztknltfxqrymdad.onion Tor])
* https://www.whonix.org
* https://www.whonix.org ([http://www.dds6qkxpwdeubwucdiaord2xgbbeyds25rbsgr73tbfpqpt4a6vjwsyd.onion Tor])
* https://tails.boum.org
* https://tails.net
* The whonix wiki has lots of great info on anonymity even if you're not using whonix: https://www.whonix.org/wiki/Documentation
* The whonix wiki has lots of great info on anonymity even if you're not using whonix: https://www.whonix.org/wiki/Documentation
* [https://www.whonix.org/wiki/Comparison_with_Others Custom]: https://gitlab.torproject.org/legacy/trac/-/wikis/doc/TransparentProxy
* [https://www.whonix.org/wiki/Comparison_with_Others Custom]: https://gitlab.torproject.org/legacy/trac/-/wikis/doc/TransparentProxy
* Use veracrypt to encrypt your virtual machines and hard drive. Make sure to save your hacktivity inside of a [https://veracrypt.eu/en/Hidden%20Volume.html hidden volume] for plausible deniability. https://veracrypt.fr
* Use veracrypt to encrypt your virtual machines and hard drive. Make sure to save your hacktivity inside of a [https://veracrypt.eu/en/Hidden%20Volume.html hidden volume] for plausible deniability. https://veracrypt.fr
* Tor browser: https://www.torproject.org
* Tor browser: https://www.torproject.org ([http://2gzyxa5ihm7nsggfxnu52rck2vv4rvmdlkiu3zzui5du4xyclen53wid.onion/index.html Tor])
* Disable javascript (set Security Level to "Safest" in Tor Browser)
* Disable javascript (set Security Level to "Safest" in Tor Browser)
* If you plan on transacting you should always start from monero and swap your XMR to another coin. This reduces traceability (over Tor) and will defeat standard blockchain investigations. https://www.getmonero.org
* If you plan on transacting you should always start from monero and swap your XMR to another coin. This reduces traceability (over Tor) and will defeat standard blockchain investigations. https://www.getmonero.org ([http://monerotoruzizulg5ttgat2emf4d6fbmiea25detrmmy7erypseyteyd.onion/index.html Tor])
 
== Guides and Information ==
* [https://www.anarsec.guide/ AnarSec]
Interesting techniques for detecting [[wikipedia:Evil Maid attack|evil maid attacks]], along with lots of great information on Qubes, Tails, GrapheneOS and more.
* [https://www.notrace.how/ No Trace Project]
Mostly focused on surveillance of physical actions, but plenty is relevant for hacking. Hackers will need to watch out for physical frame grabbers and keyloggers in addition to [https://www.notrace.how/earsandeyes/ microphone and cameras], along with being mindful of [https://www.notrace.how/resources/read/who-wrote-that.html what they write.]


== Know your enemy ==
== Know your enemy ==

Latest revision as of 16:43, 9 November 2023

Recommended Measures

Here you will find resources that will help you from a technological operational security perspective. OPSEC is much more than simply what networks and technology you use.

Make sure that you use a separate and fully encrypted computer to work from. This can be a virtual machine, USB, external drive or a throw away laptop. All of your network traffic should be routed entirely over Tor (whonix is the best for this). See Phineas Fishers operational security practices for hackers OPSEC.

OPSEC Tools

There is no silver bullet when it comes to protecting yourself, staying safe and anonymous. It's important to know how to use the tools we rely on to keep us safe and free. Below you will find industry standard tools that will help keep your hacktivity private and secure.

When communicating with journalists or other hackers it's important to keep all communication end-to-end encrypted, network connection over Tor and to not use aliases or emails that lead back to your real world identity.

Guides and Information

Interesting techniques for detecting evil maid attacks, along with lots of great information on Qubes, Tails, GrapheneOS and more.

Mostly focused on surveillance of physical actions, but plenty is relevant for hacking. Hackers will need to watch out for physical frame grabbers and keyloggers in addition to microphone and cameras, along with being mindful of what they write.

Know your enemy

Cyber investigators will use many techniques to uncover your identity to facilitate in a successful arrest. Books as seen below help us see and understand some of the tactics they use, even trying to infiltrate groups to collect information.

Always be aware, know your enemy!

  • (Book) Hunting Cyber Criminals: A Hacker's Guide to Online Intelligence Gathering Tools and Techniques 1st Edition
  • (Book) Tracers in the Dark: The Global Hunt for the Crime Lords of Cryptocurrency
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