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U.S. Lost Record $12.5B to Online Crime

March 8, 2024
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The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) has released its 2023 Internet Crime Report, revealing a significant increase in reported losses, amounting to a record $12.5 billion. With 880,000 complaints submitted, a 10% rise from the previous year, the report underscores the growing threat of cybercrime in the United States. Of particular concern is the vulnerability of older adults, who topped the list of victims, highlighting the need for enhanced cybersecurity measures to protect this demographic.

Notably, the report highlights a surge in certain types of cybercrimes, including tech support scams, extortion, and investment fraud, while others such as phishing and personal data breaches saw a slight decrease. Among the most financially damaging were Business Email Compromise (BEC) scams, investment fraud, ransomware attacks, and tech/customer support and government impersonation scams. These crimes collectively resulted in billions of dollars in losses, with fraudsters increasingly turning to cryptocurrency platforms for quick fund dispersal.

Despite the staggering financial losses documented in the report, it’s crucial to recognize that these figures likely represent only a portion of the actual losses incurred by cybercrime each year. Many incidents go undetected or unreported, underscoring the need for greater awareness and reporting mechanisms. The IC3’s Recovery Asset Team (RAT) has played a critical role in tracing stolen funds and facilitating the freezing of fraudulent transactions, demonstrating the importance of collaboration between law enforcement and financial institutions in combatting cybercrime.

Since its establishment in 2018, RAT has successfully frozen over $538.4 million in stolen funds, showcasing the effectiveness of coordinated efforts in recovering illicitly obtained assets. However, the fight against cybercrime remains ongoing, requiring continued vigilance and cooperation among government agencies, law enforcement, financial institutions, and the public to safeguard against evolving threats and mitigate the impact of cyberattacks.

 

Reference:
  • FBI 2023 Internet Crime Report
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