Misinformation is used to facilitate social engineering by spreading false or misleading information. Misinformation is unintentionally spreading false information, while disinformation is deliberately spreading false information to deceive others.
Example: Anna, posing as a news reporter, spreads false news about a cryptocurrency exchange platform. This causes panic as people share this information on different online platforms. As a result, users rush to withdraw their funds. Anna benefits by promoting a rival cryptocurrency exchange platform.
Prevention Tips:
- Verify the credibility of information found online before sharing it.
- Exercise critical thinking when consuming online information.
- Educate yourself on techniques used to spread misinformation and disinformation.