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  • Jan 05, 2024
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CYBERCRIME COMPLAINTS ORIGIN

Why in the News?

  • About 50% of daily cybercrime complaints reported to the national cybercrime helpline originate from China.
  • Additionally, pockets of cybercriminal activities are identified in Cambodia and Myanmar.
  • Rajesh Kumar, CEO of the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre, revealed this trend during a press conference.
Source: StealthLabs

About Rising Cybercrime Incidents:

  • India records an average of 5,000 daily cybercrime complaints, with 15.5 lakh complaints received in 2023, a notable increase from 26,049 in 2019.
  • From April 1, 2021, to December 31, 2023, cyber fraud led to a loss of ₹10,319 crore.
  • Financial fraud victims can register complaints on cybercrime.gov.in or the 1930 helpline.
  • ₹1,127 crore has been blocked in multiple bank accounts since April 2021, following 4.3 lakh victim complaints.
Cyber Crimes:

·   Cyber crimes encompass illicit activities conducted in the digital realm to exploit, disrupt, or compromise computer systems, networks, or individuals.

·   For Examples: Phishing, where deceptive emails trick users into revealing sensitive information, and ransomware attacks, encrypting files for extortion.

·   Cyber crimes pose threats to data integrity, privacy, and overall digital security, requiring constant vigilance and preventive measures.