Resources for Journalists
Webex is a video conferencing platform known for its commitment to security, but there are still risks journalists must keep in mind. In Part 4 of this series on video conferencing for Reporters Without Borders (RSF), tech security expert Bence Kócsi explains the benefits and risks of using Webex, and […]
Like all communication apps, Google Meet has security flaws, and journalists must use it wisely. In Part 3 of this series on video conferencing for Reporters Without Borders (RSF), tech security expert Bence Kócsi explains the risks, and security precautions to take when using Google Meet. Google Meet is favoured […]
Zoom, the world’s leading video conferencing platform, has taken recent steps to improve its security but journalists who value their privacy should still remain cautious when using the app. In Part 2 of this series on video conferencing for Reporters Without Borders (RSF), tech security expert Bence Kócsi explains the […]
Video conferencing is a convenient alternative to in-person meetings, but there are unique security risks journalists must keep in mind. In this series of articles for Reporters Without Borders (RSF), tech security expert Bence Kócsi covers popular video conferencing platforms, explains the risks journalists should be aware of, and the […]
Every journalist should use a VPN (Virtual Private Network) to hide their internet traffic, especially when sending sensitive information. However, finding a trustworthy VPN service provider can be challenging, especially when the service is free-of-charge. In this article, Reporters Without Borders (RSF) discusses what to look for when choosing a […]
Strong passwords are already less vulnerable to brute force attacks or other hacking methods than simple passwords, and ensure a minimum of safety for your data. But a new passwordless login technology can give your security an even greater boost. In this article, Reporters Without Borders (RSF) presents the mechanism […]
“Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) for journalists” is a ten-part series developed by Reporters Without Borders (RSF), Silk Road Training and a local partner. This last article provides a step-by-step digital security protocol for journalists to follow before, during, and after a reporting trip. Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) is […]
“Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) for journalists” is a ten-part series developed by Reporters Without Borders (RSF), Silk Road Training and a local partner. This ninth article outlines common digital threats facing journalists and explains how basic practices can reduce exposure. Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) is a comprehensive safety […]
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) designed this series of exercises aimed at preventing doxxing, which consists of exposing someone’s private information for harassment purposes. The first exercise aims to make journalists aware of the range of personal information a doxxer might find. What is doxxing? It’s a form of online harassment […]
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) designed this series of exercises aimed at preventing doxxing, which consists of exposing someone’s private information for harassment purposes. This last article lists some remedies journalists can implement to better protect themselves. Thanks to previous three exercises in the series, journalists can realise the amount of […]
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) designed this series of exercises aimed at preventing doxxing, which consists of exposing someone’s private information for harassment purposes. The third exercise aims to range sensitive information on social media. Social media platforms have existed for more than 20 years. At their start, users were not […]
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) designed this series of exercises aimed at preventing doxxing, which consists of exposing someone’s private information for harassment purposes. The second exercise aims to identify locations of one’s sensitive information through advanced search engine techniques. A doxxer would begin their search with publicly known information, especially […]