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Cybercrime
What is cybercrime?
Cybercrime is broadly used to describe criminal activity in which computers or networks are either:- a tool
- a target, or
- a place of criminal activity.
Common forms of cybercrime are identity theft and financial fraud
How does it work?
Cybercriminals use a variety of tools and techniques to commit an offence. Go to Methods of Attack for an outline of some of them.
Who's at risk?
The truth is that it's possible for pretty much anyone with a computer connected to a network (eg the Internet) to become a victim of cybercrime. While this may seem daunting, there are many ways to protect yourself - and the good news is, most of them are very simple.
Cybercrime myths - Don't be fooled!
- I'm safe from cybercrime because I don't purchase goods or services online.
- There are so many people on the Internet that there's very little chance I'll be targeted.
- I don't use the Internet much, so I'm pretty safe.
- I have a firewall, so I can't be targeted by cybercriminals.
- I don't let anyone use my computer except my family, so I'm not at risk.
- Only Microsoft users are targeted by cybercriminals.
Visit www.staysmartonline.gov.au for practical tips on how to get protected, stay protected and stay smart online
