Online Crime and Cybersecurity

Types of Online Crime

• Cyberstalking: Using the internet to harass, intimidate, or threaten individuals.
• Identity Theft: Stealing personal information to impersonate someone else, often for financial gain.
• Phishing: Tricking individuals into revealing sensitive information, such as passwords or credit card numbers.
• Ransomware: Malicious software that encrypts files, demanding payment in exchange for decryption.
• Online Fraud: Scams and fraudulent activities, such as fake investment schemes or online auction scams.
• Child Exploitation: Producing, distributing, or possessing child pornography.
• Hate Crimes: Using the internet to promote hate speech, discrimination, or violence against individuals or groups.

Online Crime Platforms

• Dark Web: A portion of the internet inaccessible through traditional search engines, often used for illegal activities.
• Social Media: Platforms used for online harassment, cyberbullying, and spreading hate speech.
• Online Marketplaces: Websites and platforms used for illegal transactions, such as drug trafficking or weapons sales.
• Gaming Platforms: Online games used for illegal activities, such as money laundering or fraud.

Online Crime Prevention and Investigation

• Digital Forensics: Analyzing digital evidence to investigate online crimes.
• Cybersecurity: Protecting individuals and organizations from online threats through software, hardware, and best practices.
• International Cooperation: Collaborating with law enforcement agencies across borders to combat online crime.
• Online Safety Education: Educating the public on how to stay safe online, including password security, online etiquette, and avoiding scams.

Online Crime Statistics

• 1 in 5 people experience online harassment or cyberstalking.
• $1.4 billion lost to online fraud in the United States alone.
• 500,000 ransomware attacks occur daily.
• 45% of online crimes go unreported.