top of page
Colorado Bureau of Investigation
CYBERCRIME
Cybercrime is one of the fastest growing field of crime.
​
What is a cybercrime?
Cybercrime is a crime/criminal activity that involves the use of a computer, network, or networked device. Often times the computer or electronic device may have been used in committing the crime, or it may be the target.
​
Cybercriminals seek to exploit human or security vulnerabilities in order to steal passwords, data, or money directly. The most common cyber threats include:
-
Hacking - including of social media and email passwords
-
Phishing - bogus emails asking for security information and personal details
-
Malicious software – including ransomware through which criminals hijack files and hold them to ransom
bottom of page