Covert Operative Guide

Covert Operative Guide

Backstopped Cover Identities

A type of cover for clandestine professionals to operate undiscovered, supported enough to withstand intense and or long-term scrutiny.

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Sep 01, 2021
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A backstopped identity is a well established false but seemingly true identity that’s backed by verifiable background details, history and solid data.

A fake identity is typically just a single or a few pieces of fraudulent / counterfeit physical identification documents such as driver’s licenses and passports. However, these can only pass visual inspect…

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