Cybercrime warning after police find personal details of almost 100 Territorians for sale on dark web
NT POLICE are contacting almost 100 Territorians who they have identified as having their personal information for sale on the dark web.
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NT POLICE are contacting almost 100 Territorians who they have identified as having their personal information for sale on the dark web.
Cops are urging people not to give out personal information such as copies of their passports, driver’s licences or even their name, address and date of birth.
Investigators have found criminals are gaining access to personal information through online sales frauds for things such as cars, heavy machinery and puppies, where they typically request identifying documents to prove the identity of the prospective purchaser.
Once in possession of the information, the offender can then adopt the victim’s identity when committing further online frauds to open bank accounts, apply for credit or even sell the information on dark web marketplaces.
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If you suspect you have supplied aspects of your identifying information to cybercrime offenders, you should advise your financial institution immediately and report the matter to police through www.cyber.gov.au.
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