Cybercrime
Cybercrime and online fraud can happen to anyone; it's important to know where to turn if it happens to you.
Cybercrime Support Network (CSN) is a nonprofit organization created to meet the challenges facing individuals
Cybercrime and online fraud can happen to anyone; it's important to know where to turn if it happens to you.
CSN supports people and small businesses through FightCybercrime.org, a resource database for those affected by cybercrime and online fraud, and ScamSpotter.org, a website to help identify scams and stop fraudsters.
What is Cybercrime?
Cybercrime is any activity that uses the Internet to access, transmit, or manipulate data for illegal purposes. Common types of cybercrime include:
- Identity theft
- Imposter scams
- Hacked accounts and devices
- Financial and purchase scams
- Cyberbullying, harassment, and stalking
Online Safety Tips
- If an offer or opportunity seems too good to be true, it's probably a scam.
- Never wire money, send gift cards, or send a check to a stranger.
- If someone claims to be from a federal agency, call the office to confirm.
- Never accept money from a stranger promising you can keep some of it.
- If you suspect you've been hacked, change your passwords immediately.
Stay Alert
Sign up for fraud alerts from the Better Business Bureau. The bureau offers an interactive Scam Tracker map that tracks scams in your area.