[Submitted on 24 Aug 2023]
Click here to download a PDF of the paper titled “False Information, Bots and Malicious Campaigns: Demystifying Elements of Social Media Manipulations,” written by Mohammad Majid Akhtar and 3 other authors.
Abstract: The spread of false information and manipulation attacks on online social networks (OSNs) has affected their openness. This paper provides a comprehensive analysis of the manipulation landscape by integrating the primary elements of social media manipulation (SMM), including false information, bots, and malicious campaigns. Through a systematic investigation of prior research, the paper identifies commonalities, highlights existing gaps, and extracts valuable insights in the field. The findings emphasize the urgent need for interdisciplinary research to combat social media manipulations effectively and provide guidance for future research efforts and OSN providers to ensure platform safety and integrity.
Submission history
From: Mohammad Majid Akhtar [view email]
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Thu, 24 Aug 2023 01:37:33 UTC (1,783 KB)