UNDERSTANDING

CYBERCRIME

Nomer Milar
Alcantara, Jr.
CYBERCRIME
Cybercrime involves criminal activities
carried out through digital means, posing
threats to individuals, organizations, and
nations.

From hacking to online fraud,

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cybercrime spans a wide range
of illicit activities.
 PHISHING
EXPLORE Phishing is a fraudulent attempt to obtain
sensitive information by disguising as a
COMMON trustworthy source in electronic
CYBER communication.

THREATS
SUCH AS: RANSOMWARE
Ransomware is malicious software that
encrypts a user's files, demanding payment
for their release, often crippling computer
systems until the ransom is paid.

MALWARE
Malware, short for malicious software, is a
term encompassing various harmful
programs designed to disrupt, damage, or
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systems.
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Cybercrime imposes substantial

FINANCIAL financial losses on businesses and
individuals, disrupting operations,
LOSS causing data breaches, and fostering a
climate of insecurity in the digital realm.

Personal data breaches and the erosion

PRIVACY of online privacy lead to compromised
identities, increased vulnerability to
BREACHES identity theft, and a loss of trust in
digital platforms.

Cybercrime poses a significant threat to

national security by potentially enabling
NATIONAL state-sponsored attacks, critical

SECURITY infrastructure disruptions, and espionage

activities that can compromise a country's
strategic interests.
 Enable strong, unique passwords, regularly update
software, employ multi-factor authentication, and

CYBER BEST educate users on phishing risks to enhance

cybersecurity for both individuals and organizations.

SECURITY PRACTICES
MEASURES Global collaboration is crucial in combating

COLLABO
cybercrime as cyber threats transcend
borders, requiring collective intelligence,

RATION
sharing of threat data, and coordinated efforts
to safeguard interconnected digital
environments.

Take proactive steps by staying informed,

CALL TO regularly updating security measures, and
fostering a cyber-resilient community to

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overall digital safety.
 THANK
YOU!

"Stay vigilant against

cyber threats!"