“Digital Danger: Unmasking the Hidden World of Cyber Crime”
In our increasingly connected world, the convenience of the digital age comes with a dark underbelly—cyber crime. From financial frauds and identity theft to data breaches and online harassment, cyber crime is a growing threat that affects individuals, businesses, and governments alike. Cyber criminals exploit digital vulnerabilities, often operating anonymously from remote corners of the internet. Common tactics include phishing attacks, ransomware, hacking, and social engineering—methods that can paralyze entire organizations or ruin personal lives in seconds. With the rise of mobile devices, cloud computing, and social media, the attack surface has expanded like never before. In India, laws like the Information Technology Act, 2000, and specific provisions under the Indian Penal Code, aim to curb such offences. However, rapid technological evolution means that legal systems are constantly racing to…
