Security in Cyber Crime

Abstract

Abstract: The crime that involves and uses computer devices and Internet, is known as cybercrime. Cybercrime can be committed against an individual or a group; it can also be committed against government and private organizations. It may be intended to harm someone’s reputation, physical harm, or even mental harm. Due to gradually increase of the internet users and netizens, abusage of technology is broadening gradually which tends to cyber-crimes. Cybercrime causes loss of billions of USD every year. Cyber Security, a mechanism by which computer information and the equipments are protected from unauthorized and illegal access. This paper illustrates and focuses on cybercrime, how society suffered, types of threats, and cyber security. Keywords: Cybercrime, Types, Protection, Cyber security, Hackers, Impact.