RSF Resources for Journalists
USB drives are generally used without much concern for security, but they actually present a number of serious vulnerabilities. In this first article of a two-part series on USB safety, cybersecurity expert Ben Finn explains for Reporters Without Borders (RSF) the risks and usage of USB drives and why journalists […]
Laws regarding a journalist’s freedom of expression and online activities vary between countries and do not necessarily follow international standards. Reporters Without Borders (RSF) presents five legal facts journalists should bear in mind when communicating online. Journalists now constantly use the internet in their daily work, whether reporting in democracies […]
Two-factor authentication (2FA) is the process of using two different ways to log in into a digital account, allowing journalists to better protect the information it contains. In this article, Reporters Without Borders (RSF) shares about the different types of 2FA and how it can increase a journalist’s digital security. […]
Press photographers working with sensitive topics are at high risk of being targeted as they potentially carry digital evidence in their cameras. In this article, Reporters Without Borders (RSF) provides a checklist for press photographers to protect themselves and their sources against surveillance and digital attacks. Cybersecurity threats have become […]
Under certain circumstances, journalists may need to stay anonymous online to protect themselves and their sources. In this article, Reporters Without Borders (RSF) breaks down tools they can use to browse the internet and communicate privately. The data trail a person leaves on the internet is linked to their identity […]
The encryption of information and communications online is essential for journalists to protect themselves and their sources. In this article, Reporters Without Borders (RSF) explains the different types of encryption and recommends tools to help journalists secure their data and communication. Encryption is the process of converting the regular content […]
With the proliferation of disinformation, it has become increasingly difficult to differentiate fact-based stories and “fake news.” In this article, Reporters Without Borders (RSF) suggests seven questions to ask oneself to ensure a story’s trustworthiness. Disinformation has become a mounting challenge for any reader who wants to find fact-based and […]
Online disinformation is a mounting challenge for journalists seeking reliable sources for news and reference. In this article, Reporters Without Borders (RSF) outlines different types of commonly used online disinformation techniques. The fight against online disinformation and deliberate “fake news” is one of the major challenges for journalism in the […]
Online smearing targeting journalists can severely undermine their reputation and career. In this article, Reporters Without Borders (RSF) suggests strategies for journalists to protect themselves. A journalist’s reputation is one of their greatest assets. Online smearing, which consists of spreading false or misleading information about an individual, can seriously undermine […]
In this article, Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has compiled 40 online resources to help journalists deepen their knowledge and keep up-to-date on digital safety. Nowadays, journalists cannot avoid using digital tools in their work or their private lives. Reporting involves wielding various digital devices, softwares and apps that can tremendously […]