The FBI has launched a webpage on combating foreign influence, which include covert actions by foreign governments to influence U.S. audiences. The goal of foreign influence operations directed against the U.S. is to spread disinformation, sow discord, and undermine confidence in democratic institutions and values. Foreign influence operations have taken many forms and used many tactics over the years. Most widely reported these days are attempts by adversaries – hoping to reach a wide swath of Americans covertly from outside the United States – to use false personas and fabricated stories on social media platforms to discredit U.S. individuals and institutions. A related initiative by the FBI, “Protected Voices,” includes a number of short videos on the most urgent cybersecurity issues that may leave computer networks vulnerable to attacks. The videos include tips and best practices on how best to protect computer networks, based on industry research and the FBI’s vast experience investigating cyber crimes. FBI.