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Ransomware Against Police: Diagnosis of Risk Factors via Application of Cyber-Routine Activities Theory

Journal: International Journal of Forensic Science & Pathology (IJFP) (Vol.04, No. 07)

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Page : 253-258

Keywords : Ransomware; Cyber-Routine Activities Theory; Computer Crime Victimization; Online Lifestyle; Cybersecurity.;

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Abstract

Technologically advanced hackers are able to commit a crime and leave undiscovered by the authorities. Recent increases in cyber-attacks utilizing technology known as ransomware are leaving police departments and other institutions in the serious situation of having to pay ransom to cybercriminals. The present study employs a Cyber-Routine Theoretical approach in explaining why ransomware victimization has become a viral phenomenon. Data were derived from the recent reported cases of ransomware attacks towards police departments in the US. and analyzed in order to build a victim profile. This study shows that online lifestyle and cybersecurity are the salient factors that contribute to the ransomware victimization. Future potential preventive measures and policies will be discussed

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