Cryptocurrency worth $1.1 billion approximately has already been stolen in the first half of this year. However, it is more disconcerting to know that it is actually quite easy to steal cryptocurrency, as per Carbon Black, a cybersecurity company.

In order to perform cryptocurrency theft on a large scale, criminals make use of the dark web. Currently, it has been estimated by Carbon Black that there are round 12,000 marketplaces with 34,000 offerings associated with cryptotheft which hackers can select from.

According to a strategist for Carbon Black Security, it is quite easy to commit cybercrimes such as deploying ransomware. In other words, large groups of hackers are not always behind these crimes.

The malware necessary for such attacks even come with customer service in some cases. They cost an average of $224 and some of them are even available at prices as cheap as $1.04. This criminal marketplace has now become a $6.7 million economy.

The dark web is actually a part of the regular World Wide Web. However, it can only be accessed by means of special software. In the dark web, users can remain completely anonymous and mostly untraceable. According to the strategist, all that a budding cryptocurrency thief needs to do is log in and purchase the software. Even customer support for the software can be called and they can prove tips.

Cryptocurrency thefts can originate from organized cartels or even crime groups that are threatening companies and exchanges. However, in many cases, these thefts are caused by highly trained engineers operating alone and in need of cash.