DARK WEB: HACKERS SELL DOCTORS’ IDENTITIES FOR $500
The identities of doctors are selling on the dark web for $500, new research reveals.
Hackers are gathering all the details needed to pose as a medical professional by targetting hospitals and other healthcare organizations.
The hacked data is then sold through black markets on the dark web.
Documents on sale include malpractice insurance documents, medical diplomas, board recommendations, medical doctor licenses, and DEA licenses.
Cybercriminals are able to use this stolen information to forge the identities of doctors in order to submit fraudulent insurance claims or other illegal activities.