Strategy of Local Media Mass Pelita Karawang in the face of Doxing

Abstract

In today's era of technological development, information can spread quickly and
uncontrollably. The consequence of the rapid spread of information is the disruption of private
information by irresponsible parties. There is one phenomenon called doxing. Doxing is the
digging up and dissemination of a person's personal information to the internet without
permission with specific purposes such as intimidating, humiliating, threatening, or stalking
the victim and even punishing the targeted person. Through qualitative methods, research is
more subjective perspective. According to Sugiyono (2018: 213). Doxing can have an impact
on journalists. Educating readers on how to consume information wisely and emphasizing
high journalistic ethics and standards can help reduce doxing incidents. Full support for press
freedom and protection of journalists from external threats such as doxing should also be a
major focus for the government and related institutions