Cybercrime in The Philippines Bahandi Jannamay BSN3
Cybercrime in The Philippines Bahandi Jannamay BSN3
Bataraza, Palawan
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Introduction
the widespread use of technology and the internet. With the rise of social media, online
banking and shopping, and other online activities, more people are becoming vulnerable
to cyber-attacks.
hackers who want to make money. However, occasionally cybercrime aims to damage
computers or networks for reasons other than profit. These could be political or
personal.
LOVEYOU, sometimes referred to as Love Bug or Love Letter for you, was a computer
worm that infected over ten million Windows personal computers on and after 5 May
2000. It started spreading as an email message with the subject line "ILOVEYOU" and
malware. Because there were no laws in the Philippines against making malware at the
time of its creation, the Philippine Congress enacted Republic Act No. 8792, otherwise
known as the E-Commerce Law, in July 2000 to discourage future iterations of such
activity. (Wikipedia)
In today's digital age, where the internet and technology have become an essential tool
Cybercrime can result in significant financial losses, reputational damage, and even
pretection of personal information and develop measures to detect, prevent and mitigate
them. In today's digital age, companies and organizations are storing more sensitive
information than ever before. From financial data to personal information, there is a
Cybersecurity threats are constantly evolving, and new threats can appear on a regular
This study, entitled ‘Cybersecurity in the Philippines’ will focus on determining and
providing answers to the following questions in the current concern and issues.
4. How does the Philippine government prevent the rising cases of cybercrime?
This study helps to understand the nature of crimes. Understanding these crimes can
lead to the development and implementation of policies and strategies to prevent such
crimes, protect individuals and organizations from cyber threats, and prosecute
committing cybercrimes. This study is essential for creating a safe and secure online
environment.
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The Philippines ranked fourth among countries with the highest incidents of
According to Maki Pulido’s report on “24 Oras”, the DICT said that about 3,000
cyberattacks were monitored in the country from 2020 to 2022 alone. Almost half of
them are targeted against the systems and networks of the government. Five
government agencies likewise suffered from attacks from hackers since January this
year. Dy further said there is a lack of cybersecurity specialists in the country, with only
300 practicing experts from the needed 200,000. Only five of them are employed in the
government.
Cybercrime incidents in Metro Manila rose by 152% during the first half of the year, the
Philippine National Police said. From January 1 to June 30, at least 6,250 cybercrimes
have been reported to the police. This is higher than the 2,477 recorded during the
same period last year. Of the cybercrimes recorded in Metro Manila, online scams
numbered 4,446 — an increase from 1,551 incidents last year. The police also received
at least 1,063 cases of illegal online access in the first six months of 2023. This is
almost double the 570 cases in 2022.ATM and credit card fraud also rose during the
first half of the year with 625 incidents reported, which is an increase from 241 cases
logged during the same period last year. Meanwhile, CICC Division chief Norman
Ancheta said the CICC Inter-Agency Response Center has received 3,609 complaints
on SIM registration and 904 cybercrime issues from January 1 to June 15 of this year.
"Despite the ongoing implementation of the SIM Registration Act, cybercrime, and cyber
security related concerns of the public are on the uptrend," he said. ( CNN Philippines
Staff)
In June 2021, there were 98.41 thousand cyberattacks reported in the Philippines,
reflecting a significant decline from the same month of the previous year. The number of
cyberattacks in the country were exponential during the first quarter of the year,
reaching as much as around 1.76 million. (Philippines: Number of Cyberattacks 2021 |
Statista, 2021)
Why do Cybercrime happen?
The motivations behind cyberattacks can vary, but there are three main categories:
Criminally motivated Attackers want to make money by stealing money, stealing data,
or disrupting businesses. Cybercriminals can directly take money from a bank account
by hacking into it, or they can con individuals into giving it to them by using social
engineering schemes. Data may be stolen by hackers and used for identity theft, sold
Personally motivated Attackers, like hostile current or past coworkers, usually want to
exact revenge for some perceived slight. They might steal money, compromise a
Threat actors typically break into computer networks because they’re after something
Money
Client lists
In some cases, cyber attackers don’t want to steal anything at all. Rather, they merely
The Philippine Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012 (RA10175) focuses on the pre-
on social media, such as Facebook and Twitter. Though online libel was not part of the
original bill proposed by the Department of Justice (DOJ), the Senate passed an
amendment to insert it and was primarily proposed by Senator Vicente Sotto III.
Republic Act 11934, or the Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) Card Registration Act, is
the government’s latest initiative to provide a safer space to Filipino mobile subscribers.
This law mandates Filipinos to register their SIM cards with their respective telco
providers within a specific time frame. Those who will not abide will risk having their SIM
cards deactivated.
The law was enacted on December 27, 2022, and requires mobile subscribers to
register by April 26, 2023. As of March, 43.67 million mobile subscribers out of 169
million had registered. And with the registration deadline nearing, the government and
the telco providers are keen on urging the public to register their SIM cards.
The SIM card registration law was one of the first measures enacted by the current
administration. It encourages responsible SIM card use while also providing law
enforcement agencies with tools to help them solve crimes involving SIM cards.
Additionally, it establishes penalties for fraudulent registration. The law also allows law
Cybercrime can have a significant impact on the lives of individuals who fall victim to it.
Here are some ways in which cybercrime can affect the lives of individuals:
Financial loss: Cybercriminals often target individuals to steal their personal and
damage.
individuals and carry out fraudulent activities, such as opening bank accounts,
applying for credit cards, and taking out loans in their name.
accounts to gain access to sensitive information and personal data. This can lead
professional reputation.
cyber criminals has also increased. New technologies have also allowed cyber
It can be carried out with minimal resources and can be done from anywhere in
the world.
Increased connectivity: More people are connected to the internet than ever
before. This has increased the number of potential targets for cybercriminals.
Lack of regulations: Cybercrime laws around the world are still evolving. This
improving their skills and developing new techniques to carry out cybercrime.
due to the increased digitization of information. This makes it easier for cyber
criminals to obtain personal information that can be used for fraudulent purposes.
adequate security measures in place. This makes it easier for cyber criminals to
Prevention in Cybercrime
combinations for each of the accounts and withstand the desire to write them
check your security settings. Be careful with the information that you post
online. Once if you put something on the Internet and it is there forever.
Protect your storage data: Protect your data by using encryption for your
Protecting your identity online Be sure to make that websites are secure
when you are making online purchases, etc. This includes allowing your
stick to one password. You can change your password frequently so that it
may be difficult for the hackers to access the password and the stored data.
Securing your Phones: Many people are not knowing that their mobile
devices are also unsafe for malicious software, such as computer viruses
and hackers.
Protect your computer with security software: There are many types of
security software that are necessary for basic online security. Security
world. With the increase in online activities and digitalization, the risks of cyber-attacks
are also increasing. Cybercriminals use various tactics like phishing, malware, and
essential to take appropriate measures like using strong passwords, updating software
regularly, and being cautious while sharing personal information online to prevent
cybercrime. Governments and law enforcement agencies also need to implement strict
laws and regulations to deter cybercrime and bring perpetrators to justice. Cybersecurity
awareness and education is crucial in combating cybercrime and promoting a safe and
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