Tag: Cyber Criminals
Surfing on Web 2.0: Where Innovation Meets Cybercrime
Yesterday, I logged into Facebook. I usually never use my account there (I am not a Facebook fan), but once in a while I’ll spend some time on it. For the first time, after entering my credentials, a “security” page appeared stating that unusual activities have been witnessed on my account. I then had to answer some questions, choose the names of some tagged friends, and reset my password. I have no idea what happened or how my account got compromised. (Jul 20, 2010)
How can we stop the botnets?
Botnets are a fascinating piece of software – yes, they really are! Although they lie deep in the “dark” stack of widespread tools that are used to perpetrate cyber-crimes, they really shine as well-engineered structures. They are forced to constantly evolve because of the current and on-going “arms-race” between security experts and cyber-criminals. (Nov 20, 2009)
Do the Crime…Do the Time?
Should Cybercriminals face life in jail? Announced this week in New Delhi, India, cyber-terrorism is now punishable with life-time imprisonment. An amendment was made to the Information Technology Act that was passed in 2008 to now include new-age cyber offences such as identity theft, cyber stalking, and cyber harassment among others. (Oct 28, 2009)
