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The Dangers of Open Source Research

OSINT (Open Source Intelligence), often known as OSINT, is a important way to comprehend worldwide occurrences. However, it has its own challenges and risks. This piece explores the frequent errors that can undermine the credibility and effectiveness of open-source investigation, particularly in the environment of fast-moving worldwide events. Not Providing the Original Source One of the basic rules of OSINT is transparency. The information should be publicly accessible and verifiable by anyone. Failing to provide the original source can seriously compromise the reliability of the investigation. During major occurrences, such as Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022, many OSINT accounts on social media platforms like Twitter shared videos without linking to the original source. This oversight took away essential metadata, making validating information challenging. Providing original sources is a must for researchers to keep transparency and accuracy. Allowing Bias to Compromise Your