- Little or no dependence on the location and existence of the mastermind, the plotters are anonymous.
- The handling is performed through the use of internet, keeping the identity of the plotter anonymous.
- Carrying and shifting of arms gets easier.
- Connection between the lone actor and the remote controller is facilitated by the growth of social media and encrypted communication applications.
- Steganography for an instance is a technique used to hide messages in graphic files, and “dead dropping” is a way to transmit information through saved email drafts in an online email account accessible to anyone with the password.
- Islamic States(IS) try and take all the responsibilities of being the controller behind the remote but there are several other terrorist groups that have uncanny but similar agendas.
- The planning consists of refining the actor, the actor already has an inclination towards the agenda or the plotters brainwash them.
- The finance needed for carrying out the attack is also done using internet.
- Buying arms to carry the attack also becomes easier since there is no transportation is required.
What is remote planning?
