cybercriminal

American  

[sahy-ber-krim-uhn-uhl] / ˈsaɪ bərˌkrɪm ən əl /

noun

1. a person who engages in cybercrime such as phishing, hacking, or internet fraud.

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adjective

1. relating to or engaging in cybercrime.

Example Sentences

Law enforcement advice around the world is not to pay cybercriminal ransoms as it fuels the industry and there is no guarantee hackers will actually delete stolen data.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

Ciaran Martin, a former head of British cybersecurity, told BBC Radio 4 on Wednesday that a Russian cybercriminal group known as Qilin was most likely behind the attack.

From New York Times • Jun. 5, 2024

This web of alliances between cybercriminal groups makes tracking such hacking activity and attempts to ransom victims difficult, since their tactics and techniques can vary with each attack.

From Reuters • Nov. 10, 2023

“What happens if an international entity - a cybercriminal or a nation state - impersonates someone. What is the impact? Do we have any recourse?”

From Washington Times • May 14, 2023

“What happens if an international entity — a cybercriminal or a nation state — impersonates someone. What is the impact? Do we have any recourse?”

From Seattle Times • May 14, 2023