Dark Web
Olabisi Ayomide Jesuferanmi
CYS/16/0014
Introduction to the Dark
Web
1
Hidden Network
2
Specialized Software
Operates on encrypted
networks.
Access requires software
like Tor.
3
Dual Use
Legal and illegal activities.
Layers of the Internet
Surface Web
1
Deep Web
2
3
Dark Web
Evolution of the Dark Web
1990s
2011
Onion routing developed.
Silk Road launched.
1
2
3
4
2002
2013 & Beyond
Tor released to public.
Law enforcement crackdowns.
Security Risks of the Dark
Web
Cybercrime
Law
Enforcement
Ransomware
Fraud &
Scams
Case Study – AlphaBay
Takedown
2014
AlphaBay launched.
2017
FBI shut down AlphaBay.
Outcome
Founder arrested.
Impact
New markets emerged.
Encryption & Anonymity
Traffic Encryption
Protects user identities.
Obfuscation
Conceals browsing activity.
Anonymizing Browsers
Tor routes traffic.
Dual Use
Enables criminal activity.
Law Enforcement Strategies
Covert Policing
Hacking Tools
AI & Data Analytics
Infiltrating forums.
Equipment interference.
Machine learning.
Ethical and Legal Implications
2
Privacy vs. Security
Legitimate Use
1
3
Regulatory Challenges
Conclusion – Future of the Dark Web
1
Advancing Tech
2
AI, blockchain, encryption.
3
Balancing Rights
Privacy vs. prevention.
Cybersecurity
New threat detection.
4
Final Thought
Understanding impact.