A trove of internal documents reveals how Russian-linked operatives have systematically employed WikiLeaks-style tactics to manipulate public perception, flooding online platforms with fabricated or selectively edited materials. The strategy appears designed to undermine trust in media and institutions by spreading disinformation under the guise of leaked documents, often targeting high-profile figures and sensitive topics. Investigators say the operation mirrors past efforts to exploit digital tools for influence, raising concerns about the persistence of such tactics in modern information warfare. The findings highlight the challenges of distinguishing genuine leaks from coordinated misinformation campaigns in an era of widespread digital sharing.
Russia’s Wiki Warfare Tries to Distort Reality, Documents Show Bloomberg.com