Types_of_Cybercrime.pptx overview of categories and examples

types of cyber crime

1. Types of Cybercrime Overview of Categories and Examples

2. Financial and Identity Crimes Identity Theft – Stealing and misusing someone’s personal information for fraudulent purposes. Phishing – Using deceptive emails or messages to trick people into revealing sensitive data. Credit Card Fraud – Illegally using credit card information to make unauthorized purchases. Ransomware – Encrypting a victim’s files and demanding payment to restore access. Online Fraud – Internet-based scams for financial gain (spam, banking fraud, fake shops).

3. Data and Network Crimes Data Breaches – Unauthorized access to and theft of sensitive data. Malware – Viruses, worms, or spyware designed to damage systems or steal information. DoS/DDoS Attacks – Flooding systems with traffic to make them unavailable. Hacking – Unauthorized access to computer systems or networks.

4. Crimes Against Individuals Cyberstalking – Persistent online harassment or stalking. Cyberbullying – Using digital platforms to bully or harass someone. Social Engineering – Manipulating people to gain access to systems or information.

5. Other Types of Cybercrime Cyber Espionage – Cyber-attacks used to steal classified or sensitive data. Software Piracy – Unauthorized copying or distribution of software. Deepfakes – AI-generated media used for impersonation or disinformation.