Doxxing

  • In recent times, doxxing incidents are increasing over internet across the globe.
  • The word “doxxing” is derived from “dropping dox”. It is a form of online harassment involving the publication of personal information about an individual without their consent.
  • Originating in the online hacker community in the 1990s, doxxing emerged from conflicts between hackers who would reveal personal information of rivals as a form of retaliation or intimidation.
  • This information can include details such as their full name, home address, telephone number, place of work and other sensitive information.
  • Such information is usually obtained through illegal methods such as hacking or ....
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