Aug 24 Security Notice

Purpose:

This notice aims to inform readers of important security practices and updates to ensure the protection of our business data and systems.

Scope:

Covers fundamental cybersecurity practices, recent security threats, and updated procedures.

Mis and Disinformation Campaigns

In a recent investigative report, cybersecurity firm Recorded Future has uncovered a sophisticated propaganda operation aimed at spreading disinformation and manipulating public opinion in the Western world. The operation, which they have named False Façade, is designed to conceal its origins and cleanse its content before targeting audiences in the West.

This revelation comes after an extensive analysis of the operation's tactics and strategies. Recorded Future's researchers chose a different name for the campaign, CopyCop, due to the significant use of generative AI technology in creating false narratives.

The report further highlights the coordination between False Façade and other Russian disinformation campaigns such as Doppelganger and Portal Kombat. These campaigns have been identified by experts as part of a broader strategy aimed at destabilizing Western democracies.

False Façade's modus operandi involves creating false narratives, spreading them via social media platforms, and then amplifying their reach using networks of bot accounts and fake personas. The operation has been active since at least 2019, and its content covers a broad range of issues, including politics, economics, and culture.

The report also highlights the significant role played by CopyCop, which is used to create fake news stories, memes, and other disinformation content. These items are then spread via social media platforms and targeted at audiences in specific countries, such as the United States and Europe.

Experts have expressed concern over False Façade's tactics and their potential impact on public opinion. They argue that these operations have the potential to undermine democratic institutions, sow division, and create confusion, making it challenging for people to distinguish between fact and fiction. watch the video