Talk to Lawyer CYBER CRIME AND IT’S TYPES
Cybercrime encompasses a wide range of illicit activities involving computers, networks, and the internet. Let’s delve into the various types of cybercrimes:
- Child Pornography (CSAM): Involves the creation, distribution, or possession of sexual images of minors. It is punishable under Section 67(B) of the IT Act1.
- Cyber Bullying: Harassment or bullying conducted through electronic communication devices like computers, mobile phones, and laptops.
- Cyber Stalking: Persistent online harassment or stalking behavior directed at an individual.
- Cyber Grooming: The process by which an adult befriends a child online with the intention of exploiting them sexually.
- Online Job Fraud: Scams related to fake job offers or employment opportunities on the internet.
- Online Sextortion: Coercing victims into providing sexual content or money under threat of releasing compromising material.
- Phishing: Deceptive emails or messages that trick users into revealing sensitive information.
- Vishing: Voice-based phishing attacks where scammers impersonate legitimate entities over phone calls.
- Smishing: Similar to vishing, but conducted via SMS or text messages.
- Sexting: Sending explicit or sexual content via digital platforms.
- SIM Swap Scam: Unauthorized transfer of a victim’s phone number to a new SIM card for fraudulent purposes.
- Credit Card Fraud or Debit Card Fraud: Unauthorized use of someone’s credit or debit card information.
- Impersonation and Identity Theft: Pretending to be someone else online or stealing personal information.
- Spamming: Unsolicited and often fraudulent emails or messages.
- Ransomware: Malicious software that encrypts files and demands payment for decryption.
- Viruses, Worms, and Trojans: Malware that infects computers and disrupts normal functioning.
- Data Breach: Unauthorized access to sensitive data.
- Denial of Service (DoS) Attack: Overloading a system or network to disrupt its services.
- Website Defacement: Altering the appearance of a website without authorization.
- Cyber-Squatting: Registering domain names similar to existing brands with malicious intent.
- Pharming: Redirecting users to fake websites to steal their information.
- Cryptojacking: Unauthorized use of someone’s computer to mine cryptocurrencies.
- Online Drug Trafficking: Illicit drug trade facilitated through the internet.
- Espionage: Cyber-espionage involves stealing sensitive information from governments, organizations, or individuals.
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