#FactCheck - Viral Claim of Highway in J&K Proven Misleading
Executive Summary:
A viral post on social media shared with misleading captions about a National Highway being built with large bridges over a mountainside in Jammu and Kashmir. However, the investigation of the claim shows that the bridge is from China. Thus the video is false and misleading.
Claim:
A video circulating of National Highway 14 construction being built on the mountain side in Jammu and Kashmir.
Fact Check:
Upon receiving the image, Reverse Image Search was carried out, an image of an under-construction road, falsely linked to Jammu and Kashmir has been proven inaccurate. After investigating we confirmed the road is from a different location that is G6911 Ankang-Laifeng Expressway in China, highlighting the need to verify information before sharing.
Conclusion:
The viral claim mentioning under-construction Highway from Jammu and Kashmir is false. The post is actually from China and not J&K. Misinformation like this can mislead the public. Before sharing viral posts, take a brief moment to verify the facts. This highlights the importance of verifying information and relying on credible sources to combat the spread of false claims.
- Claim: Under-Construction Road Falsely Linked to Jammu and Kashmir
- Claimed On: Instagram and X (Formerly Known As Twitter)
- Fact Check: False and Misleading
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Executive Summary
A video circulating on social media, shared by a Pakistani account, claims to show Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi making a controversial statement. In the clip, he is allegedly heard saying that he requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi to connect him with film director Ranjan Agnihotri so he could provide inputs and a script for a movie on “Operation Sindoor.”
However, research by CyberPeace has found that the viral video is an AI-generated deepfake. General Upendra Dwivedi has made no such statement.
Claim
A Pakistani user shared the viral video on X (formerly Twitter) on April 10, 2026, making the above claim.
Post links:
- https://x.com/DanishNawaz2773/status/2042312967811973225?s=20
- https://archive.ph/kAwoR
Fact Check
To verify the claim, we conducted keyword searches on Google but found no credible media reports supporting it. Further research led us to the original video posted on the X account of ANI. In this authentic clip, General Upendra Dwivedi is seen speaking at the ‘Ran Samwad’ seminar held in Bengaluru.
In the original video, he discusses the operational aspects of “Operation Sindoor,” including ground intelligence, cyber and electronic warfare inputs, Pakistan’s behaviour, and the challenges of a two-front scenario. There is no mention whatsoever of Pakistan mediation, Prime Minister Modi, Ranjan Agnihotri, any movie script, or a film based on Operation Sindoor.
This clearly indicates that the viral clip has been manipulated and taken out of context. The video was further analyzed using the AI detection tool DetectVideo AI, which indicated a 72% probability that the content is AI-generated. This strongly supports the conclusion that the video is a deepfake.
Conclusion
The viral claim is false. The video featuring General Upendra Dwivedi has been digitally altered using AI techniques to insert fabricated statements. The original footage is from the ‘Ran Samwad’ seminar in Bengaluru, where he spoke about military strategy and multi-domain operations, not about any film or director. There is no evidence to suggest that he made any statement regarding contacting a filmmaker or contributing to a movie script. The inclusion of such references in the viral clip is entirely fabricated. This case highlights how AI-generated deepfakes are increasingly being used to spread misinformation, especially in sensitive contexts involving the military and international relations. Viewers are advised to rely on verified sources and exercise caution before sharing such content.
Executive Summary:
Apple has quickly responded to two severe zero-day threats, CVE-2024-44308 and CVE-2024-44309 in iOS, macOS, visionOS, and Safari. These defects, actively used in more focused attacks presumably by state actors, allow for code execution and cross-site scripting (XSS). In a report shared by Google’s Threat Analysis Group, the existing gaps prove that modern attacks are highly developed. Apple’s mitigation comprises memory management, especially state management to strengthen device security. Users are encouraged to update their devices as soon as possible, turn on automatic updates and be careful in the internet space to avoid these new threats.
Introduction
Apple has proved its devotion to the security issue releasing the updates fixing two zero-day bugs actively exploited by hackers. The bugs, with the IDs CVE-2024-44308 and CVE-2024-44309, are dangerous and can lead to code execution and cross-site scripting attacks. The vulnerabilities have been employed in attack and the significance of quick patch release for the safety of the users.
Vulnerabilities in Detail
The discovery of vulnerabilities (CVE-2024-44308, CVE-2024-44309) is credited to Clément Lecigne and Benoît Sevens of Google's Threat Analysis Group (TAG). These vulnerabilities were found in JavaScriptCore and WebKit, integral components of Apple’s web rendering framework. The details of these vulnerabilities are mentioned below:
CVE-2024-44308
- Severity: High (CVSS score: 8.8)
- Description: A flaw in the JavaScriptCore component of WebKit. Malicious web content could cause code to be executed on the target system and make the system vulnerable to the full control of the attacker.
- Technical Finding: This vulnerability involves bad handling of memory in the course of executing JavaScript, allowing the use of injected payloads remotely by the attackers.
CVE-2024-44309
- Severity: Moderate (CVSS score: 6.1)
- Description: A cookie management flaw in WebKit which might result in cross site scripting (XSS). This vulnerability enables the attackers to embed unauthorized scripts into genuine websites and endanger the privacy of users as well as their identities.
- Technical Finding: This issue arises because of wrong handling of cookies at the state level while processing the maliciously crafted web content and provides an unauthorized route to session data.
Affected Systems
These vulnerabilities impact a wide range of Apple devices and software versions:
- iOS 18.1.1 and iPadOS 18.1.1: For devices including iPhone XS and later, iPad Pro (13-inch), and iPad mini 5th generation onwards.
- iOS 17.7.2 and iPadOS 17.7.2: Supports earlier models such as iPad Pro (10.5-inch) and iPad Air 3rd generation.
- macOS Sequoia 15.1.1: Specifically targets systems running macOS Sequoia.
- visionOS 2.1.1: Exclusively for Apple Vision Pro.
- Safari 18.1.1: For Macs running macOS Ventura and Sonoma.
Apple's Mitigation Approach
Apple has implemented the following fixes:
- CVE-2024-44308: Enhanced input validation and robust memory checks to prevent arbitrary code execution.
- CVE-2024-44309: Improved state management to eliminate cookie mismanagement vulnerabilities.
These measures ensure stronger protection against exploitation and bolster the underlying security architecture of affected components.
Broader Implications
The exploitation of these zero-days highlights the evolving nature of threat landscapes:
- Increasing Sophistication: Attackers are refining techniques to target niche vulnerabilities, bypassing traditional defenses.
- Spyware Concerns: These flaws align with the modus operandi of spyware tools, potentially impacting privacy and national security.
- Call for Timely Updates: Users delaying updates inadvertently increase their risk exposure
Technical Recommendations for Users
To mitigate potential risks:
- Update Devices Promptly: Install the latest patches for iOS, macOS, visionOS, and Safari.
- Enable Automatic Updates: Ensures timely application of future patches.
- Restrict WebKit Access: Avoid visiting untrusted websites until updates are installed.
- Monitor System Behavior: Look for anomalies that could indicate exploitation.
Conclusion
The exploitation of CVE-2024-44308 and CVE-2024-44309 targeting Apple devices highlight the importance of timely software updates to protect users from potential exploitation. The swift action of Apple by providing immediate improved checks, state management and security patches. Users are therefore encouraged to install updates as soon as possible to guard against these zero day flaws.
References:
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/121752
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2024-44308
- https://securityonline.info/cve-2024-44308-and-cve-2024-44309-apple-addresses-zero-day-vulnerabilities/
Executive Summary:
False information spread on social media that Flight Lieutenant Shivangi Singh, India’s first female Rafale pilot, had been captured by Pakistan during “Operation Sindoor”. The allegations are untrue and baseless as no credible or official confirmation supports the claim, and Singh is confirmed to be safe and actively serving. The rumor, likely originating from unverified sources, sparked public concern and underscored the serious threat fake news poses to national security.
Claim:
An X user posted stating that “ Initial image released of a female Indian Shivani singh Rafale pilot shot down in Pakistan”. It was falsely claimed that Flight Lieutenant Shivangi Singh had been captured, and that the Rafale aircraft was shot down by Pakistan.
Fact Check:
After doing reverse image search, we found an instagram post stating the two Indian Air Force pilots—Wing Commander Tejpal (50) and trainee Bhoomika (28)—who had ejected from a Kiran Jet Trainer during a routine training sortie from Bengaluru before it crashed near Bhogapuram village in Karnataka. The aircraft exploded upon impact, but both pilots were later found alive, though injured and exhausted.
Also we found a youtube channel which is showing the video from the past and not what it was claimed to be.
Conclusion:
The false claims about Flight Lieutenant Shivangi Singh being captured by Pakistan and her Rafale jet being shot down have been debunked. The image used was unrelated and showed IAF pilots from a separate training incident. Several media also confirmed that its video made no mention of Ms. Singh’s arrest. This highlights the dangers of misinformation, especially concerning national security. Verifying facts through credible sources and avoiding the spread of unverified content is essential to maintain public trust and protect the reputation of those serving in the armed forces.
- Claim: False claims about Flight Lieutenant Shivangi Singh being captured by Pakistan and her Rafale jet being shot down
- Claimed On: Social Media
- Fact Check: False and Misleading
