Going undercover online

The faceless, remote nature of the Internet allows groups that were previously shadowy and localised to come together in online communities. 

It offers a degree of safety and anonymity that is ideal for criminals, subversives & activists. 

The same conditions offer ideal cover for undercover journalists, but anyone attempting covert work online should still be aware of the technical risks the medium presents.

This article explores those risks and discusses the tradecraft needed to effectively infiltrate online groups.