Field Manual for Resistance Operations

Table of Contents

Front Matter

• Preface - Purpose, scope, and how to use this manual
• Introduction - Threat landscape and security fundamentals

Part I: Foundations of Resistance Security

• Part I Overview - Core principles and threat assessment
  • Chapter 1: Core Security Principles (1-1 to 1-5)
    • 1-1: Principle of Least Privilege
    • 1-2: Need-to-Know Basis
    • 1-3: Compartmentalization and Cell Structure
    • 1-4: Zero Trust Verification
    • 1-5: Metadata Minimization
  • Chapter 2: Threat Assessment and Operational Environment (2-1 to 2-4)
    • 2-1: Understanding Your Adversary
    • 2-2: Threat Model Development
    • 2-3: Risk Assessment Framework
    • 2-4: Operational Security (OpSec) Fundamentals

Part II: Secure Communication Systems

• Part II Overview - Multi-layer communication architecture
  • Chapter 3: Communication Layer Architecture (3-1 to 3-6)
    • 3-1: Multi-Layer Communication Strategy
    • 3-2: High-Risk Real-Time Communication (Layer 1)
    • 3-3: Secure Collaboration Systems (Layer 2)
    • 3-4: Failsafe and Offline Methods (Layer 3)
    • 3-5: Anonymous Broadcasting (Layer 4)
    • 3-6: Communication Protocol Selection
  • Chapter 4: Secure Messaging and Voice Communications (4-1 to 4-8)
    • 4-1: Session Messenger Configuration
    • 4-2: Element/Matrix Self-Hosted Setup
    • 4-3: Briar Peer-to-Peer Messaging
    • 4-4: Signal Security Best Practices
    • 4-5: Voice Communication Security
    • 4-6: Group Communication Management
    • 4-7: Message Verification and Authentication
    • 4-8: Communication Scheduling and Protocols
  • Chapter 5: File Sharing and Collaboration (5-1 to 5-6)
    • 5-1: CryptPad Secure Document Collaboration
    • 5-2: OnionShare Anonymous File Transfer
    • 5-3: Encrypted Cloud Storage (Mega/Proton)
    • 5-4: Digital Dead Drops
    • 5-5: Version Control for Sensitive Documents
    • 5-6: Collaborative Security Protocols

Part III: Operational Security Procedures

• Part III Overview - Hardware, digital hygiene, and operational procedures
  • Chapter 6: Hardware and Infrastructure Security (6-1 to 6-8)
    • 6-1: Untraceable Hardware Acquisition
    • 6-2: Tails OS Installation and Configuration
    • 6-3: Device Compartmentalization
    • 6-4: Physical Security Measures
    • 6-5: Network Access Security
    • 6-6: Hardware Disposal and Sanitization
    • 6-7: Faraday Cage and Signal Blocking
    • 6-8: Power and Charging Security
  • Chapter 7: Digital Hygiene and Privacy (7-1 to 7-6)
    • 7-1: Browser Security Configuration
    • 7-2: Search Engine Privacy
    • 7-3: VPN and Tor Usage
    • 7-4: Social Media Operational Security
    • 7-5: Email Security and Anonymous Accounts
    • 7-6: Digital Footprint Minimization
  • Chapter 8: Operational Procedures (8-1 to 8-8)
    • 8-1: Cell Organization and Management
    • 8-2: Meeting Security Protocols
    • 8-3: Coded Language and Communication
    • 8-4: Surveillance Detection and Evasion
    • 8-5: Emergency Procedures and Protocols
    • 8-6: Information Sanitization
    • 8-7: Operational Planning Security
    • 8-8: Post-Operation Security Review

Part IV: Advanced Resistance Operations

• Part IV Overview - Network resilience and counter-intelligence
  • Chapter 9: Network Resilience and Redundancy (9-1 to 9-5)
    • 9-1: Mesh Network Implementation
    • 9-2: Offline Communication Systems
    • 9-3: Emergency Communication Protocols
    • 9-4: Network Failure Recovery
    • 9-5: Distributed Infrastructure Planning
  • Chapter 10: Counter-Intelligence and Security Culture (10-1 to 10-6)
    • 10-1: Infiltration Detection and Prevention
    • 10-2: Information Verification Procedures
    • 10-3: Security Culture Development
    • 10-4: Compartmentalized Knowledge Management
    • 10-5: Trust Networks and Verification
    • 10-6: Operational Security Training

Appendices

• Appendix A: Quick Reference Guides - Emergency checklists and procedures
• Appendix B: Tool Configuration Guides - Step-by-step setup instructions
• Appendix C: External Resources and Links - Recommended tools and organizations
• Appendix D: Glossary of Terms - Definitions and terminology

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Updates: This manual will be updated regularly as new threats emerge and technologies evolve. Check the source repository for the latest version.

Support: For questions or contributions, contact the Bureau of Decentralized Resistance through secure channels only.