#Disinformation

AI-Powered Fake News Campaign Targets Western Support for Ukraine and U.S. Elections

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November 29, 2024 at 09:00AM A Moscow-based firm, Social Design Agency, is linked to “Operation Undercut,” aimed at undermining Ukraine and Western support using AI-enhanced videos and fake news sites. This covert campaign targets U.S., European, and Ukrainian audiences, promoting anti-Ukraine sentiment and influencing narratives around the 2024 elections and geopolitical issues. ### Meeting Takeaways … Read more

On Election Day, Disinformation Worries Security Pros the Most

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November 5, 2024 at 08:02AM As the 2024 US presidential election concludes, cybersecurity experts express concern over disinformation, particularly deepfakes and misinformation (41%). Federal agencies debunked inflammatory videos allegedly showing election tampering as Russian disinformation. Experts warn that misinformation campaigns will continue post-election, aiming to undermine trust in election results. ### Meeting Takeaways 1. **Top … Read more

AI Pulse: Election Deepfakes, Disasters, Scams & more

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October 31, 2024 at 04:02PM In the lead-up to the 2024 U.S. Presidential election, AI-generated misinformation, including deepfakes, threatens electoral integrity. State actors and cybercriminals exploit synthetic media for disruption, slander, and extortion. Effective detection tools and public awareness are critical, as fake content can have persistent emotional impacts even after debunking. ### Meeting Takeaways … Read more

Russia Kneecaps Ukraine Army Recruitment With Spoofed ‘Civil Defense’ App

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October 28, 2024 at 04:53PM Ukrainian military recruitment efforts face dual cyberattacks from Kremlin-backed actors exploiting a fake “Civil Defense” tool. This campaign drops malware on Windows and Android users while spreading anti-mobilization misinformation. Russian hackers utilize social engineering tactics to mislead and discredit Ukraine’s military recruitment initiatives during the ongoing conflict. **Meeting Takeaways: Russian … Read more

Senator accuses sloppy domain registrars of aiding Russian disinfo campaigns

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October 27, 2024 at 11:47AM Senate Intelligence Committee Chair Mark Warner is questioning six US domain registrars for allegedly facilitating Russian election disinformation. Following a domain seizure, Warner cited failures in the industry to prevent abuse. Concurrently, significant cybersecurity issues emerged, including the largest healthcare data breach in US history, affecting 100 million people. **Meeting … Read more

Putin’s pro-Trump trolls accuse Harris of poaching rhinos

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October 24, 2024 at 09:36PM Russian, Iranian, and Chinese troll efforts to spread disinformation ahead of the November 5 US election are increasing, with each pursuing different objectives. Microsoft warns of AI-assisted campaigns targeting election integrity, while specific groups, including Iran’s Cotton Sandstorm, are involved in spying and fake news dissemination against candidates. **Meeting Takeaways:** … Read more

Russian Trolls Pose as Reputable Media to Sow US Election Chaos

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October 23, 2024 at 04:13PM In the lead-up to the 2024 US election, Russian state-backed actors are flooding the media with disinformation to sway public opinion, focusing on vice presidential candidate Tim Walz. This campaign, dubbed Operation Overload, uses fake news sites and AI-generated content to exploit societal divisions and undermine trust in democracy. **Meeting … Read more

China’s Spamouflage cranks up trolling of US Senator Rubio as election day looms

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October 21, 2024 at 06:35PM China’s Spamouflage disinformation group is targeting U.S. Senator Marco Rubio with fake news campaigns, particularly on social media. Research indicates this has been ongoing since 2022, escalating ahead of the 2024 election. The group aims to undermine critics of China, raising concerns about the larger implications for American democracy. ### … Read more

China again claims Volt Typhoon hack gang was invented by the US to discredit it

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October 14, 2024 at 09:22PM China’s authorities have released a document alleging that the Volt Typhoon threat actor is a US invention, contesting earlier claims of Chinese involvement. The document reiterates previous points, citing a lack of evidence from US officials. It advocates for international cybersecurity collaboration while critiquing US surveillance practices. ### Meeting Notes … Read more

Putin really wants Trump back in the White House

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September 18, 2024 at 03:42PM Russian actors, including groups aligned with the Kremlin, are reportedly focused on spreading disinformation to discredit Vice President Kamala Harris and influence the outcome of the upcoming US presidential election. This includes fake videos and conspiracy theories aimed at creating controversy and political divides, as well as efforts to support … Read more