The FBI IC3.Gov defines cybercrime as, “...any illegal activity involving one or more components of the Internet, such as websites, chat rooms, and/or email. Internet crime involves the use of the Internet to communicate false or fraudulent representations to consumers. These crimes may include, but are not limited to, advance-fee schemes, non-delivery of goods or services, computer hacking, or employment/business opportunity schemes.”

To see some of the crime types check out this list.

Also look at this from IC3 2016 Annual Report: (page 17 of this document. )

Reporting a Cybercrime

While CSN is piloting our program to utilize one national number, the best place to report is www.ic3.gov. According to IC3, “Information is analyzed and disseminated for investigative and intelligence purposes to law enforcement and for public awareness.”

Protecting Yourself

We're gathering resources on this site to help you prevent, withstand, and recover from cyberattacks.