Criminological Portrait of a Cybercriminal: Domestic and Foreign Experience
( Pp. 138-142)
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Viktoria S. Akvit
teacher of the Department of Socio-economic and humanitarian disciplines
Moscow Regional Branch of the Moscow University of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia named after V.Ya. Kikot
Moscow, Russian Federation Bashlueva Natalya N. associate professor, Department of Socioeconomic and Humanities
Moscow Regional Branch of the Moscow University of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia named after V.Ya. Kikot
Moscow, Russian Federation Bashlueva Maria A. Cand. Sci. (Pedag.); senior lecturer, Department of Criminal Law and Criminology; Moscow Regional Branch of the Moscow University of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia named after V.Ya. Kikot; Moscow, Russian Federation
Moscow Regional Branch of the Moscow University of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia named after V.Ya. Kikot
Moscow, Russian Federation Bashlueva Natalya N. associate professor, Department of Socioeconomic and Humanities
Moscow Regional Branch of the Moscow University of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia named after V.Ya. Kikot
Moscow, Russian Federation Bashlueva Maria A. Cand. Sci. (Pedag.); senior lecturer, Department of Criminal Law and Criminology; Moscow Regional Branch of the Moscow University of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia named after V.Ya. Kikot; Moscow, Russian Federation
Abstract:
Abstract: The study focuses on criminological and psychological characteristics shaping the portrait of a cybercriminal in the context of digital transformation. The aim is to identify universal and nationally specific traits of offenders in cyberspace through comparative analysis of Russian and international experience. Relevance stems from the exponential growth of cybercrime (up to 25% annually according to Russian MVD data) and its transnational nature. It is established that 68% of cybercriminals are individuals under 35 with advanced technical skills but reduced socio-ethical competencies. The conclusions emphasize the need for proactive criminological models integrating artificial intelligence for behavioral forecasting.
How to Cite:
Akvit V.S., Baslueva N.N., Bashlueva M.A. Criminological Portrait of a Cybercriminal: Domestic and Foreign Experience. Gaps in Russian Legislation. 2025. Vol. 18. No. 4. Pp. 138-142. (in Rus.). DOI: 10.33693/2072-3164-2025-18-4-138-142. EDN: MUJFLW
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Keywords:
cybercriminal, digital criminology, criminological profile, cyber fraud, information security, APT attacks.
