Australia has convicted more than 30 cybercriminals in the past 6 years
Australia’s crackdown on cybercriminals has paid off, with 32 people prosecuted and convicted for cybercrime in the past six years.
The figures are part of an investigation by the Joint Committee on Law Enforcement, which will analyze the ability of Australian law enforcement to combat cybercrime.
Since 1 July 2018, the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions (CDPP) has dealt with 72 cases relating to at least one cyber crime, of which 54 have been prosecuted, according to the findings of the iTnews.
Among these 54 people, thirty-two have been or are being sentenced, while 16 are still being prosecuted. In addition, six prosecutions were dropped or resulted in no convictions.
The survey aims to assess the capabilities of existing law enforcement agencies in detecting and prosecuting cybercrime, as well as coordination efforts between agencies and the private sector, and internationally.
It will also examine “emerging cybercrime threats and challenges affecting Australian entities and individuals, including the scale and scope of cybercrimes committed in Australia or against Australians” and “opportunities and challenges in the legislative framework existing to assist law enforcement in their investigation.” and respond to cybercrime,” according to the Joint Law Enforcement Committee, as well as methods of detection and prevention.
Although now closed, the inquiry received submissions from a number of government agencies and industry leaders, including the Office of the Electronic Security Commissioner, the Home Office, the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and the Australian Institute of Criminology.
Many presentations highlighted the importance of international collaboration and explained how they contribute to it.
“eSafety works with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) to advance Australia’s key priorities through the Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Commission, including tackling cybercrime, such as online child abuse and exploitation. eSafety is also contributing to whole-of-government consultations to support DFAT’s negotiations on the draft UN Convention on Cybercrime,” the Office of the Electronic Safety Commissioner said.
“We are helping to lead global efforts to protect children online through the eSafety Commissioner’s position on the WeProtect Global Alliance Board of Directors and our involvement in the WeProtect Global Working Group. ‘Alliance.
Home Affairs discussed its role within the International Counter Ransomware Taskforce (ICRTF), known as the Counter Ransom Initiative. The working group is made up of more than 27 members, including INTERPOL.
“The ICRTF builds cross-sector capabilities to reduce and prevent ransomware attacks, creates and shares resources to develop national capabilities, and supports transnational operations, including cybersecurity operations and responses in our nearest region,” said the Interior Ministry.
