Disinformation

From the IFTAS Moderator Library, supporting Fediverse trust & safety

Updated on 2024-05-01
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Definition #

False information that is spread intentionally and maliciously to create confusion, encourage distrust, and potentially undermine political and social institutions.

Resources #

To reduce duplicate links, all Disinformation resources are listed under Misinformation and/or Advanced Persistent Threat

See: Misinformation

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Unauthorized control of a user account.
Disclosing someone’s personal, non-public information without the person’s consent.
Content describing or depicting things of an intimate, offensive, graphic, or violent nature.
False information that is spread unintentionally which may nonetheless mislead or increase likelihood of harm to persons.
Unsolicited repeated behavior against another person, usually with the intent to intimidate or cause emotional distress.
Fraudulent sending of messages purporting to be from reputable sources in order to induce individuals to reveal personal information.
Use of the network in a way that violates the terms of service, community guidelines, or other rules.
Unsolicited, low-quality communications.
Intentional provocation of hostility or confusion.

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