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COMMON-FORMS-OF-CYBERCRIME

The document provides an overview of cybercrime, defining it as crimes involving computers either as the target or tool, and outlines various forms such as hacking, phishing, and cyberbullying. It also discusses relevant laws in the Philippines, including the Cybercrime Prevention Act and the Data Privacy Act, and highlights the importance of copyright and plagiarism. Additionally, it offers protective measures against cybercrime, emphasizing the need for updated software, strong passwords, and cautious online behavior.

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COMMON-FORMS-OF-CYBERCRIME

The document provides an overview of cybercrime, defining it as crimes involving computers either as the target or tool, and outlines various forms such as hacking, phishing, and cyberbullying. It also discusses relevant laws in the Philippines, including the Cybercrime Prevention Act and the Data Privacy Act, and highlights the importance of copyright and plagiarism. Additionally, it offers protective measures against cybercrime, emphasizing the need for updated software, strong passwords, and cautious online behavior.

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COMMON FORMS AND

CRIMINAL ACTIVITIES OF
What is Cyber?

It is the Characteristics of the culture


of computers, information, technology
and virtual reality.

Cybercrime is defined as a crime in


which a computer is the object of the
crime (hacking, phishing, spamming
and child pornography) is used as a
tool to commit an offense.
REPUBLIC ACTS
• Republic Act No. 10175 Cybercrime Prevention Act
of 2012 is a law in the Philippines approved on
September 12,2012 which aims to address legal
issues concerning online interactions and internet.

• Republic Act No. 10173 Data Privacy Act of 2012 is


an act protecting individual personal information.
Copyright

The exclusive legal right, given


to an originator or an assignee to
print, publish, perform, film, or
record literary, artistic, or musical
material, and to authorize others
to do the same.

Copyright infringement is the violation, piracy or theft of a


copyright holder's exclusive rights through the unauthorized
use of a copyrighted material or work
Plagiarism An act or instance of
using or closely imitating the
language and thoughts of
another author without
authorization.
Hacking
Unauthorized access of or
interference with computer
systems, servers, or other
information and communication
systems.
Unauthorized access to corrupt,
alter, steal, or destroy electronic
data using computers or other
information and communication
systems without the computer or
system owner’s knowledge and
consent.
Computer-related forgery,
fraud and/or identity theft

• An attempt to obtain sensitive


information such as usernames,
passwords, and credit card details
and, often for malicious reasons.
• Phishing
• Pharming
• Spam
Electronic theft

• Illegal Downloading
• Obtaining files that you do not have the
right to use from the internet.
• “Digital Piracy”
• Practice of illegally copying and selling
digital music, video, computer software,
etc.
Cyberbullying

• The use of electronic communication to


bully a person, typically by sending a
message of an intimidating or threatening
nature.
• The Anti-Bullying Act of 2013 (RA 10627)

Cybersex
• Willful engagement, maintenance, control, or operation, directly or
indirectly of any lascivious exhibition of sexual organs or sexual activity with
the aid of a computer system for favor or consideration.
Child Pornography

• is a form of child sexual exploitation.


• Unlawful or prohibited acts defined and punishable by Republic Act
No. 9775 or the Anti-Child Pornography Act of 2009, committed
through a computer system.

Cyber Defamation

• is an unprivileged false statement of fact which tends to harm the


reputation of a person or company.
MALWARE ATTACKS

A malware attack is where a computer system or network is


infected with a computer virus or other type of malware. A computer
compromised by malware could be used by cybercriminals for several
purposes. These include stealing confidential data, using the computer
to carry out other criminal acts, or causing damage to data.
PHISHING

A phishing campaign is when spam emails, or other forms of


communication, are sent with the intention of tricking recipients into
doing something that undermines their security. Phishing campaign
messages may contain infected attachments or links to malicious sites,
or they may ask the receiver to respond with confidential information.
How to protect yourself against cybercrime

✓ Keep software and operating system updated


Keeping your software and operating system up to date ensures
that you benefit from the latest security patches to protect your
computer.

✓ Use anti-virus software and keep it updated

Anti-virus software allows you to scan, detect and remove threats


before they become a problem. Having this protection in place helps
to protect your computer and your data from cybercrime, giving you
piece of mind. Keep your antivirus updated to receive the best level of
protection.
✓ Use strong passwords
Be sure to use strong passwords that people will not guess and do not
record them anywhere. Or use a reputable password manager to
generate strong passwords randomly to make this easier.

✓ Never open attachments in spam emails


A classic way that computers get infected by malware attacks and
other forms of cybercrime is via email attachments in spam emails. Never
open an attachment from a sender you do not know.

✓ Do not click on links in spam emails or untrusted websites


Another way people become victims of cybercrime is by clicking on
links in spam emails or other messages, or unfamiliar websites. Avoid doing
this to stay safe online.
✓ Do not give out personal information unless secure
Never give out personal data over the phone or via email unless you
are completely sure the line or email is secure. Make certain that you are
speaking to the person you think you are.

✓ Contact companies directly about suspicious requests


If you are asked for personal information or data from a company
who has called you, hang up. Call them back using the number on their
official website to ensure you are speaking to them and not a
cybercriminal. Ideally, use a different phone because cybercriminals can
hold the line open. When you think you’ve re-dialed, they can pretend to
be from the bank or other organization that you think you are speaking
to.
✓ Be mindful of which website URLs you visit
Keep an eye on the URLs you are clicking on. Do they look
legitimate? Avoid clicking on links with unfamiliar or URLs that look like
spam. If your internet security product includes functionality to secure
online transactions, ensure it is enabled before carrying out financial
transactions online.

✓ Keep an eye on your bank statements


Spotting that you have become a victim of cybercrime quickly is
important. Keep an eye on your bank statements and query any
unfamiliar transactions with the bank. The bank can investigate whether
they are fraudulent.

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