Abstract
This chapter describes the definitions and scope of cybercrime including an outline of the
history of hackers and the role of criminal networks and markets in the dissemination of
malicious software and other contraband such as illicit drugs, stolen credit cards and personal
identification, firearms, and criminal services. Different cybercrime types and methods
are described, including the widespread use of ‘social engineering’ or deception in
computer misuse and identity theft. The challenges facing law enforcement in the suppression
of cybercrime and the important role of private and public partnerships, as well
as cross-national cooperation in the suppression of cybercrime is illustrated.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | The Oxford Handbook of Cyber Security |
Editors | Paul Cornish |
Place of Publication | UK |
Publisher | Oxford Handbooks Online |
Pages | 89-108 |
ISBN (Print) | 9780198800682 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2021 |