Surfers Beware! The Term cyberstalking seems to be cropping up everywhere but no one knows exactly what it means. Cyberstalking can be defined as threatening behavior or unwanted advances directed at another using the Internet and other forms of online and computer communications (The National Center for Victims of Crime, (NCVC). n.d.). Cyberstalking is an extension of the physical form of stalking but it is harder to detect the perpetrator because of the anonymity issues from electronic communications.
This includes hosts file poisoning, even though the hosts file is not properly part of the Domain Name System. Hosts file poisoning is discussed in the malware section since it involves changing a file on the user’s computer [14]. j) Content-Injection Phishing Describes the situation where hackers replace part of the content of a legitimate site with false content designed to mislead or misdirect the user into giving up their confidential information to the hacker. For example, hackers may insert malicious code to log user's credentials or an overlay which can secretly collect information and deliver it to the hacker's phishing server. k) Man-in-the-Middle Phishing This is harder to detect than many other forms of phishing.
Hackers can develop programs or fake sites to upload viruses to our computers to get personal informations. All computer users are one of the potential victims of siber attack. Preview : Now I will inform you about three deadly computer viruses in this world which we gave them life as Stephan Hawking said. First I will inform you about Trojan Virus. Next the second deadly virus which is very popular Email Virus and finally the third one Browser Hijacker.
To add, there are several types of Hurricane Katrina Scams that are in effect. The three types of scams are the most prevalent and the most serious. First, is Phishing scams, as mentioned before many fraudulent websites have already been set up pretending to be legitimate Hurricane Katrina relief organizations. Also, sites of this sort ask people for donations, but in fact steal financial information and may be used for identity theft as well, of course the funs goes in the pockets of the scammers instead of the people. Next, is Viruses and Trojan horses, spam is sent that includes photos of disaster areas or individual survivors, and these attachments contain computer viruses.
Cybercrime or computer crimes refer to those crimes that involve a computer in addition to a network or internet connection. In most cases, a computer can be used in committing cybercrimes and at the same time can be potential targets on the other end. In essence, cybercrime refers to felonious use of the internet. Matters pertaining this type of crime have become notorious, principally those that involve hacking of personal and institutional websites, copyright contravention, identity larceny, child pornography, as well as harassment. There are also numerous issues of when personal information is interrupted, legally or illegally.
Social networking sites have caused cyber-crimes, such as cyber-bullying and identity theft and also intruded privacy of many users of social networking sites. Privacy of people and numerous social networkers have been intruded by not only social networking sites, but also from CCTV surveillance and identity cards. Due to the development of technology, people living in the modern world now, are vulnerable to be invaded in their private life. Some technological devices, which have been manufactured to serve several purposes such as CCTV, which guards the security for buildings and community and identity cards, which hold personal data, have been misused causing social issues and even crimes. People are sensitive when it comes to the matters of privacy.
Shady Morgan New York Institute of Technology FCWR151 3/7/13 Cyber security of technological devices In today’s modern age, technology has kick dogs out of their place as man’s best friend. Everyone has some form of a computer either always with them or readily available to them. However, with our large dependence on technology comes the larger threat of security compromises. Identity theft, data theft, hacking, and pirating are some of the most common crimes committed over the Internet. Some hackers may use their power for the betterment of society, but the large majority uses their abilities to cause crimes.
Stopbullying.gov characterized digital tormenting as a type of social abuse occurring through electronic innovation. These incorporates gadgets and hardware, for example, mobile phones, PCs, tablets and other specialized devices, including online networking destinations, instant messages, talks, and sites. One is being digital harassed when they get mean instant messages or messages, being the theme of gossipy tidbits through online networking posts which includes humiliating pictures, recordings, sites or fake profiles. The site's concentrate even underscored the association of digital harassing to physical tormenting. "Kids who are being digital harassed are regularly tormented in individual too."
As every system has outcasts, rebels, criminals or visionaries that live outside the system, Cyberpunk fiction focuses around these people who use the systems technological tools to their own advantage and to cater to their own needs. This is ‘punk’ component of Cyberpunk (The Cyberpunk Project, 2004). A conflict between the natural and the artificial. It began with the introduction of personal computers, video games, networks,
For individuals and organisations these malicious programs can collect authentication data such as account details and passwords which can be later used for cybercrime or hacking. • Spyware: software that covertly transmits data about the activities a user is performing on their system. Spyware can also be used to install additional software, redirect browser searches, change computer settings or disrupt network connections. Typically, spyware is installed during the installation of a piece of free software. • Phishing: is the act of sending emails purportedly from a reputable company in order to trick a user into revealing personal information such as passwords and account details which will be later used for cybercrime.