Sh.Kh. Grigoryan (sh.grigoryan97@gmail.com )

Abstract

Information security is a key element in any crisis situation, where the dissemination of reliable, trustworthy, and timely information is vital for both society and government systems. In emergency situations, ensuring information security plays a critical role in maintaining social stability and effective crisis management.
In this context, the media assume a crucial role, acting as the primary transmitters of information. They influence public opinion, guide public behavior, and help control the situation. Mass media not only convey information but also perform analytical functions, establish a level of trust in society, and affect the perception of crisis situations.
However, due to the rapid development of information technologies, the unprecedented growth of information flows, and the circulation of information on digital platforms, the risks of disinformation, manipulation, and the spread of fake news are increasing. These threats can seriously undermine information security, causing panic, misperception, and destabilization of public systems. In times of crisis, when information must be clear and reliable, the spread of manipulative or fake news can lead to dangerous and unavoidable consequences.
Therefore, the importance of responsible and professional media behavior in crisis situations cannot be underestimated. The media must exercise the utmost care in verifying information and assessing its credibility, ensuring that the information presented to the public is accurate and timely.
This article will address the importance and responsibility of the media in the context of information security, as well as the challenges faced by the media in providing accurate and secure information to the public during crises.

Key words: mass media, information security, crisis situation, challenges, disasters, threats.

PAGES: 151-156

DOI: 10.61746/18292984-2024.2-151

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