Security News > 2017 > November > How much do criminals pay for certificates on the dark web?
The Cyber Security Research Institute (CSRI) conducted a six-month investigation into the sale of digital code signing certificates on the dark web. The research uncovered code signing certificates readily available for purchase on the dark web, selling for up to $1,200 – making them more expensive than counterfeit U.S. passports, stolen credit cards and even handguns. “We’ve known for a number of years that cyber criminals actively seek code signing certificates to distribute malware through … More →
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