In response to escalating tensions between Pakistan and India, the National Cyber Emergency Response Team (National CERT) has issued an urgent advisory for media organizations, freelance journalists, digital content creators, and the public.
The advisory calls for extreme caution when publishing or sharing any content related to military activities.
This advisory comes at a time when videos, images, and discussions about military movements and sensitive operations are rapidly circulating on social media and public platforms.
National CERT warns that such disclosures, whether intentional or not, can pose serious threats to national security, affect operational effectiveness, and provide valuable intelligence to adversarial parties.
The advisory highlights that uncontrolled dissemination of sensitive information can disrupt military planning and grant enemies opportunities for geographical intelligence and real-time monitoring of military targets.
It also points to the increasing risks of misleading information, false news, and deepfake videos, which can undermine public trust and escalate tensions further.
Importantly, the agency stresses that the issue extends beyond journalists; social media influencers and everyday users can inadvertently contribute to these risks.
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National CERT advises against creating or sharing videos and images related to military activities, providing live updates from sensitive areas, and emphasizes the need to verify any audiovisual material before sharing.
The advisory also encourages the use of specialized tools for identifying deepfakes, conducting thorough editorial reviews before publishing news, and adhering to journalistic ethics.
From a legal standpoint, the advisory states that publishing or transmitting unauthorized military information is a punishable offense under national security laws.
Media organizations are urged to train all staff, including freelancers, on these legal boundaries, particularly during wartime reporting.
National CERT recommends public awareness campaigns, workshops, and the distribution of precautionary materials to promote responsible digital behavior.
The advisory concludes with a reminder that “the protection of national security is the responsibility of every citizen and institution,” warning that even minor negligence could lead to serious consequences in the current environment.
