Cybercrimes And Combating Mechanisms In International Law

Abstract

The digital revolution, which has touched all areas of life, has led to the emergence of a new type of crime known as cybercrime, which has posed numerous challenges in the modern era. Therefore, this study aims to define cybercrime by explaining its definition, characteristics, and classifications. It also aims to identify mechanisms for combating these crimes, such as international agreements, some of the efforts of international organizations, and cooperation between countries to combat this crime. It also addresses the challenges it faces, such as legal challenges, the most important of which are: conflicting national laws and protecting national sovereignty, and technical challenges, including the development of technological means and the use of encryption and hidden systems. This study highlights the main problem of this research: to what extent are international efforts sufficient and effective in combating cybercrime? This study adopts a descriptive approach to clarify the concept of cybercrime and define its characteristics and classifications. It also uses an analytical approach to analyze the legal texts contained in international agreements, and a critical approach to evaluate the effectiveness of international legal mechanisms to combat cybercrime.