IIT Kanpur’s newly developed TTPs-based cybercrime investigation framework aims to revolutionize the tracking and conviction of cybercrimes targeting humans, such as insurance fraud and matrimonial scams.
Updated Sep 13, 2023 | 05:38 PM IST
Bridging the Gap in Cybercrime Investigation
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- IIT Kanpur introduces a cutting-edge framework to track and classify human-focused cybercrimes.
- The framework addresses the gap in cyber literacy among victims, aiding investigators in solving cases.
- The new tool is set for deployment with police forces, promising quicker and more precise convictions.
Methodology and Design
Developed by I-hub NTIHAC Foundation at IIT Kanpur, and supported by the Department of Science and Technology, this framework uses a multi-faceted approach involving literature review, case studies, and framework building. The result is a tool that can map crimes, suggest crime paths based on keywords, and even manage user roles in tracking activities.
A Framework Tailored for Investigators
One of the key challenges in solving cybercrimes is the vague or misleading information presented in FIRs by victims with low cyber literacy. The new framework aims to:
- Extract key points from FIRs
- Provide sufficient information for categorizing the crime
- Indicate steps based on pre-existing crime paths
- Map evidence to steps for decision-making
- Conclude and convict criminals
Conviction Efficiency and Speed
The beauty of this framework lies in its focus on the Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) used by criminals. By limiting the investigation to these TTPs, the tool promises a much quicker and more precise conviction process.
Ready for Deployment
With the framework now complete, it’s ready for implementation with police departments. It’s expected to be a game-changer in the way cybercrimes, particularly those targeting vulnerable populations, are tracked and solved in India.