At the Cyberwarcon security conference, researchers discussed the unprecedented speed of identifying foreign malign influence operations in the upcoming 2024 US elections, highlighting the need for cautious attribution.
Emerson Brooking emphasized the shift from 2020, noting the vast difference in government response, with a rapid increase in claims regarding foreign influence operations ahead of the elections.
The researchers pointed out that not all attribution efforts are equal, urging caution in how quickly threats are deemed linked to foreign adversaries.
Reflecting on the lessons from 2016, the analysis stresses the urgency now recognized in tackling disinformation and influence operations, aiming for both accountability and accuracy.
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