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An Extensive Overview on Dark Web

Bhawna*, Bisman Singh**

*-** Department of Computer Science & Engineering, Chandigarh Group of Colleges, Landran, Mohali, Punjab, India.

Periodicity:July - December'2023
DOI : https://doi.org/10.26634/jdf.1.2.19459

Abstract

The dark web has become an infamous cybercrime platform, enticing criminals with the promise of privacy and encryption. This review paper will delve into the dark web's history and evolution, along with the characteristics that make it an attractive arena for cybercriminals. It will explore various types of crimes occurring on the dark web, such as cyberattacks, data breaches, and online fraud, examining their societal impacts. Additionally, this paper will scrutinize law enforcement activities, cybersecurity technologies, and public education programs designed to thwart crimes on the dark web. It will propose suggestions for future research and policy actions aimed at mitigating the adverse effects of cybercrime on the dark web. This study aims to foster a deeper understanding of the dark web and the societal risks posed by cybercrime, influencing the development of effective strategies to prevent such occurrences.

Keywords

Dark Web, Enforcement Activities, Cybercriminals, Cybersecurity, Cyberattacks, TOR.

How to Cite this Article?

Bhawna, and Singh, B. (2023). An Extensive Overview on Dark Web. i-manager’s Journal on Digital Forensics & Cyber Security, 1(2), 36-49. https://doi.org/10.26634/jdf.1.2.19459

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