The role of mass media in the informationsecurity public management system

Abstract

Information security is vital for national security, especiallyduring martial law. The influential role of the media in the socio-political landscape of Ukraine underscores the need to studyits impact on the system of public management of informationsecurity. This research aims to identify the extent and directionsof such impact, using statistical analysis and comparative lawmethodology. The findings reveal information security challengesrelated to social media in Ukraine, such as distorted information,manipulation, propaganda, imperfect regulation and subordination ofmedia to the interests of their owners. International experiences suggestaddressing these problems by promoting digital literacy, facilitating faircompetition and fostering relations between the state, media and citizens.By way of conclusion, the significant influence of the media on publicopinion and political processes is confirmed, with both positive (coverageof important information) and negative (misinformation, manipulation)aspects in the system of public management of information security.