Rethinking Security in an Era of Online Hate and Harassment
Offered By: USENIX Enigma Conference via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the evolving landscape of online threats in this 19-minute conference talk from USENIX Enigma 2022. Delve into the growing problem of hate and harassment on the internet, examining various threat classes such as coordinated toxic content mobs, account breaches for personal photo leaks, and intimate partner surveillance. Discover how these threats relate to traditional security principles and potential solutions. Gain insights from survey results spanning 22 countries and 50,000 participants, revealing that over 48% of people have faced online hate and harassment, with higher rates among young adults, LGBTQ+ individuals, and frequent social media users. Understand the challenges in current protection measures, particularly in toxic comment classification, and learn how security practitioners and engineers can play a crucial role in addressing these emerging threats.
Syllabus
USENIX Enigma 2022 - Rethinking "Security" in an Era of Online Hate and Harassment
Taught by
USENIX Enigma Conference
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