Internet Relay Chat

Crimes

By
Yatin Rana
03114202022
 CONTENT

1. Introduction
2.Types of IRC Crimes
3. How to ProtectYourself from IRC Crimes?
4. Signs of IRC Crimes
5. Laws Against IRC
6. References
 Introduction
• Internet Relay Chat (IRC) is a text-based chat system for instant messaging. IRC is designed for group
communication in discussion forums, called channels, but also allows one-on-one communication via private
messages as well as chat and data transfer, including file sharing.
• IRC was invented by Jarkko Oikarinen for use on the Internet in 1988
• IRC is an open protocol that uses TCP and, optionally, TLS. An IRC server can connect to other IRC servers to
expand the IRC network.
• Users access IRC networks by connecting a client to a server. Many client implementations, such as mIRC,
HexChat and irssi, and server implementations
Some of the main points about IRC:
• IRC is a text-based chat system.
• IRC is designed for group communication in discussion forums, called channels.
• Allows one-on-one communication via private messages.
 Types of IRC Crimes

There are many different types of crimes that can be committed on IRC,
including:
•
• Child Sexual Abuse material (CSAM)
• Harassment
• Fraud
• Spamming
• DoS Attacks
• Hacking
 Harassment

• Harassment is defined as any unwanted

or threatening behavior that makes
someone feel uncomfortable or unsafe.
• Harassment can take many forms,
including verbal abuse, threats,
stalking, and physical violence.
• If you are being harassed on IRC, report
it to the authorities and the IRC
network.
 Fraud

• Fraud is any deception that is used to gain

something from someone else, such as money
or personal information.
• Fraud can take many forms, including phishing,
identity theft, and credit card fraud.
• If you think you have been the victim of fraud
on IRC, report it to the authorities and your
bank
 Spamming

• Spamming is the sending of

unsolicited bulk messages,
typically advertising products
or services.
• Spamming can be annoying and
can also be a form of fraud.
• If you receive spam on IRC,
report it and block the user.
 DoS Attacks
•
• A denial-of-service (DoS) attack is an
attempt to make a website or service
unavailable to its users.
• DoS attacks can be carried out by flooding a
website or service with so much traffic that
it becomes overloaded and crashes.
• DoS attacks can also be used to disrupt IRC
networks.
 Hacking

• Hacking is the unauthorized access to a

computer system or network.
• Hackers can use their access to steal data,
install malware, or disrupt operations.
• IRC networks are a popular target for hackers.
 Carding

• Carding is a form of credit card fraud in which a stolen credit card is used
to charge prepaid cards or purchase gift cards.
• Credit card thieves who are involved in this type of fraud are called
“carders.”
• Card forums are online shopping venues for stolen credit and debit card
information and criminal techniques.
• Carding is a third-party attack on an individual's financial information.
• Newer technologies like CVVs, CAPTCHA, and multifactor
authentication have been effective against carders.
•
 Warez Distribution

• Warez refers to illegally distributed copyrighted software that has

been cracked or stripped of its copy protection and made freely
available for download
• It is usually an unauthorized software release by organized groups and
often disables any protection, such as CD key or online registration.
• The most common downloads at warez sites include software or
applications from well known manufacturers like Symantec,
Microsoft and Adobe.
• It also includes leaking unreleased Songs,Movies etc.
 Sale of Illegal Articles

• This would include trade of narcotics, weapons and wild-life etc., by posting
information on websites, auction channels, or simply by using email
communication.
• Research shows that number of people employed in this criminal area.
• Daily peoples receiving so many emails and texts on channels with offer of
banned or illegal products for sale.
 The Signs of an IRC
Crime
• You are being asked to provide personal information,
such as your address or phone number
• You are being threatened or harassed
• You are being sent unsolicited messages, such as spam or
phishing emails
• You are being asked to download files or click on links
that you are not sure about.
• Report the crime to the authorities.
• Be careful about what information you share online
•
Be wary of strangers

Use a strong password and change it regularly

Be aware of the risks of file sharing

Report any suspicious activity to the authorities

Be careful about what information you share online

The Future Trends In IRC Crimes?
The use of new technologies, such as virtual reality, to commit
crimes

The targeting of new victims, such as children and the elderly

The increasing sophistication of cybercriminals

The Resources Available To Victims

National Center for

National Cyber Security
Missing and Exploited Internet Crime Complaint
Alliance :
Children : Center : www.ic3.gov
www.staysafeonline.org
www.missingkids.com
The National Center for Missing and Exploited
Children : NCMEC provides a toll-free number
and a website for reporting child sexual abuse
material

The Internet Crime Complaint Center : IC3 is a

partnership between the FBI and the National
White Collar Crime Center

The National Cyber Security Alliance : NCSA

provides a website with information on how to
protect yourself from cybercrime
 The Laws Against IRC Crimes?

• The laws against IRC crimes vary from country to country.

• In the United States, for example, the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA)
makes it a crime to access a computer without authorization or to exceed
authorized access.
• The CAN-SPAM Act makes it a crime to send unsolicited commercial email.
And, the PATRIOT Act gives the government broad powers to investigate and
prosecute cybercrime.
 Contact Information
• NCMEC: 1-800-THE-LOST
• IC3: www.ic3.gov
• NCSA: www.staysafeonline.org
 Conclusion
• IRC can be a fun and safe way to communicate with others
online, but it's important to be aware of the risks
• By following the tips in this presentation, you can help to
protect yourself from IRC crimes
• Do not provide any kind of personal details to anyone over the
internet.
•
 References

• Wikipedia 2023 'Internet Relay Chat" Wekimedia Foundation, Last Modified

May 31, 2023, 1245. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Internet_Relay_Chat
• chat.openai.com/
• Software – HexChat
• Schiesel, Seth. "The Internet's Wilder Side" nytimes.com, the New York Times,
May 6, 2004 https://www.nytimes.com/2004/05/06/technology/the-internet-s-
wilder-side.html