Legal overview
Defamation and invasion of privacy may arise separately from the same post. Articles 43 and 44 of the Cybercrime Law distinguish insulting or defamatory conduct from certain invasions of privacy, which can include photography or distribution in the circumstances specified by law.
Practical steps
Keep the original link, time, account details and context. Limit access to private material and avoid redistributing it. Complaint procedures and any damages claim depend on the facts and applicable law.
Official sources
General legal information. Individual cases require review of the documents and applicable law.
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