Cyber thieves have exploited the vulnerabilities in computer networks to gain access to large amount of personal data. They are able to make huge profits out of it, even when prices of these data are sold at a relatively low price today. Cyber thieves trade stolen personal information in a “dark Web”, which are inconspicuous to Google and other search engines. These personal data include birth dates and identification numbers, which are enough to apply loans and credit cards without our knowledge.
This article highlights how our own personal data can be easily sold in illegal marketplaces without our permission. Corporations should also increase the level of data protection and security of their users. It is also important for us to learn how to protect ourselves from such hacks as much as possible.
By: Yang Jia Jia
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