Paper Key : IRJ************657
Author: Sagar Y
Date Published: 10 Jul 2024
Abstract
Cyber thieves, terrorists, and state-sponsored spies use the Dark Web due to its difficulty to trace and its anonymity. Cybercrime on the Dark Web mirrors real-world criminality but thrives due to the platform's unpredictable environment. Evaluating Dark Web crime threats is essential for discovering remedies to cybercrime. This study examines Dark Web crimes, their consequences, enforcement tactics, and future measures to reduce threats. Using a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method, we analysed 65 relevant articles to provide guidance on rising Dark Web criminal dangers. Our findings offer a comprehensive understanding of Dark Web crimes, assess their social, economic, and ethical impacts, and analyse challenges and techniques for locating criminals. We highlight the need for more research to identify criminals, emphasize the importance of forensic analysis of crypto markets and forums, and suggest that Dark Web anonymity can aid in catching criminals. Properly analysing digital evidence is crucial for law enforcement to seize criminals and shut down illicit activities.