Cyber Crime Technical Organization
Using the Internet, search for a news article, press release from an organization, or technical article pertaining to a recent cybercrime incident. The incident you choose could be of any type covered in the module, or because the world of cybercrime moves so quickly, a new category of crime using the Internet or technology.
The news media is one source to research cybercrimes, but news stories may not always give details about the technology aspects of an incident. Along with using traditional media, it may help to use sources specializing in technology or cybersecurity. Some helpful resources include:
- Krebs on Security
- ART Technica
- Wired: Cybersecurity
- The Hacker
- CSO
Once you have chosen and researched your incident, write a brief summary of the incident and the circumstances surrounding it.
(I have chosen Braktooth)
Your write-up should include:
- A description of the targeted organization or person(s)
- The category of cybercrime for the incident
- The likely threat source (bad actor) that committed the crime
- Particular motivations law enforcement or security professionals have associated with the perpetrator (or potential motivations based on the threat source or targeted person or organization)
- How the Internet or technology-enabled the perpetrator(s) to carry out the crime
Make sure to include links to the site(s) where you found the information.