Dark web: Uncovering Online Criminal Activities

Abstract

The internet is a big part of our daily lives. It is now a seamless component of everyday activities and way of life. The term "Dark Web" refers to an untraceable hidden layer of the Internet that is frequently used to access and store confidential data. However, there are several instances that revealed the improper use of this platform to carry out unlawful and criminal activity covertly. An overview of the dark web and the several browsers that can be used to access it are provided in this paper. An overview of the Dark Web's characteristics, benefits, drawbacks, and browser compatibility is provided. There is also a summary of the many kinds of malware, exploits, and assaults. Different kinds of criminal activity and occurrences that occur on the Dark Web are covered so that readers can learn about them and take the necessary precautions against them.

Keywords: Wireless sensor networks(WSNs), Security, Intrusion detection, Routing