A Hackers Guide to Circumventing Internet Shutdowns
Summary
This article discusses the increasing prevalence of internet shutdowns implemented by governments and the impact on human rights, citing examples in Iran, Venezuela, India, and Syria. It highlights how these shutdowns can precede acts of violence and disrupt access to essential information and communication services.
IFF Assessment
Internet shutdowns by governments can be used to suppress dissent and obscure human rights abuses, making them a negative development for digital defenders and citizens.
Defender Context
Defenders should be aware of the increasing use of internet shutdowns as a tool by authoritarian regimes to control information and suppress populations. This tactic can severely hinder communication, coordination, and the ability to document human rights abuses, requiring alternative communication strategies and resilience planning.