U.N. Official Warns Cybercrime Up 600% During COVID-19 Pandemic

Cybercrime has surged by 600% during the COVID-19 pandemic, with attacks occurring every 39 seconds. Many of these attacks have targeted healthcare and medical research facilities. US and UK officials have warned about phishing scams aimed at stealing credentials. Some attacks are attributed to military intelligence, with Russian agents blamed for incidents in Georgia. The UN reports that a third of nations lack online privacy laws and is working on voluntary norms for responsible state behavior in technology.

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