Understanding Darknets: Investigator's Perspective

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What type of transactions are completed with cryptocurrencies on darknets?

Selling counterfeit printed currencies

Trading in medical records

Purchasing drugs and weapons (correct)

Leasing services of assassins

What is NOT mentioned as being for sale on darknets?

Credit card and bank account data

Medical records

Forged documents

Educational certificates (correct)

What can you find information about on darknets besides human trafficking?

Counterfeit merchandise

Publicly available governmental reports

Child pornography (correct)

Illegal wildlife trade

What do many people express when shown demonstrations of darknet sites?

Doubt about the existence of darknets Signup and view all the answers

Why do governments and law enforcement agencies receive criticism regarding darknets?

For allowing illegal activities to persist on darknets Signup and view all the answers

'Many people are outraged' by the information on darknets because they:

Believe the crimes discussed are fictional Signup and view all the answers

What has driven more people to use darknets, encrypted email services, and confidential messaging apps?

Desire to regain privacy and reduce data tracking Signup and view all the answers

What event in the United States is mentioned as a significant influence on the increase in using darknets?

Terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001 Signup and view all the answers

Why do individuals turn to darknets according to the text?

To seek protection against government surveillance Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is NOT mentioned as a reason for people using darknets?

Ease of monitoring by authorities Signup and view all the answers

In what way do darknets, encrypted email services, and confidential messaging apps help individuals according to the text?

By providing a secure means to communicate privately Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for investigators to understand the motivations behind the use of darknets?

To ensure law-abiding people are not mistakenly targeted as criminals. Signup and view all the answers

What is a misconception addressed in the text regarding darknet users?

All darknet users are criminals or terrorists. Signup and view all the answers

What legitimate use of darknets is mentioned in the text?

Secure communication and privacy protection. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of information security, why is the collection of vast amounts of personal data a concern?

It increases the risk of data breaches. Signup and view all the answers

What is one potential issue highlighted by the breaches at the Office of Personnel Management?

Excessive disclosure of classified information. Signup and view all the answers

What was the significant impact of the cyberattacks on Baltimore and Atlanta?

$18 million loss in city revenue. Signup and view all the answers

Which agency was affected by a breach where online taxpayer data was stolen multiple times?

Internal Revenue Service Signup and view all the answers

What was disclosed during the U.S. Marshals system breach?

Witness protection program details. Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the impacts of the City of Dallas hack mentioned in the text?

Loss of access to evidence management system Signup and view all the answers

Which type of theft involves the stolen personal information being used for medical care and drug prescriptions?

Medical identity theft Signup and view all the answers

What makes it dangerous when a thief's medical records get mixed with the victim's records?

The victim could be denied insurance coverage Signup and view all the answers

Where do techno-criminals often buy, sell, and trade stolen data from healthcare breaches?

Darknet markets Signup and view all the answers

What was the initial purpose behind designing the TOR network mentioned in the text?

To provide secure communication for oppressed individuals Signup and view all the answers

Which factor contributes to making medical identity theft easier to commit according to the text?

Significant data breaches in insurance companies and healthcare providers Signup and view all the answers

'The Onion Router network (TOR) was designed initially to:'

Protect the identity and location of oppressed individuals Signup and view all the answers

'What do techno-criminals commonly use to buy, sell, and trade stolen data?'

'Darknet markets' Signup and view all the answers

'What is one danger when a thief's medical records mix with a victim's records?'

'Denial of insurance coverage' Signup and view all the answers

'What is one risk associated with widespread surveillance programs justified by governments?'

'Violation of personal privacy' Signup and view all the answers