CURRENT ISSUES OF CRIMINAL OFFENSES COMMITTED IN THE SPHERE OF COMPUTER INFORMATION

Abstract

The article highlights the relevance of the investigation of criminal offenses committed in the field of computer information, due to the growth of this type of crime, rapid technological progress, globalization of the Internet and the need to protect national security and personal data. The purpose of the article is to highlight modern scientific approaches to the definition of the concept of criminal offenses committed in the field of computer information and to form the content of this concept based on this author's vision. For this, an analysis of available scientific research was carried out regarding the concept of criminal offenses committed in the field of computer information, and an understanding of this phenomenon was provided, as illegal actions that are committed using computers, the Internet, software and other digital technologies. It was determined that depending on the nature of the criminal offense committed in the field of computer information, the following types can be distinguished: data theft. Internet fraud, cyber stalking, cyber bullying, cyber terrorism, cyber blackmail, hacking and hacking. It is noted that the investigation of these criminal offenses presents complexity and challenges for law enforcement agencies and security services. For the effective prevention and counteraction of criminal offenses committed in the field of computer information, a range of measures aimed at reducing risks and preventing illegal actions is provided, in particular, cyber security: training and education: conscious use of social networks: protection of personal data: legal protection, international cooperation: cooperation with the private sector: timely response: ensuring proper investigation, preservation of evidence and prosecution of those responsible, creating a culture of cyber security and the content of each is disclosed.