Dark web markets list Valentine’s Day deals for romantic hackers

Valentine’s Day deals have already been appearing on popular dark web marketplaces, offering romantic deals for cyber criminals.

Enterprising vendors on sites like Dream Market are advertising drug-infused cakes, pink-dyed cocaine, and even Valentine’s-related hacking deals. The listings, seen by The Independent, also include specials for red heart ecstasy tablets.

Despite efforts by law enforcement agencies, illicit markets continue steadily to proliferate on the dark web – an invisible section of the web that’s only reachable using specialist software.

Competition among sellers has seen them mimic marketing techniques utilized by traditional retailers, such as for example offering sales around major consumer holidays.

Dark web researchers have monitored the trends recently, revealing a growing push to profit on Valentine’s Day.

One particularly eye-catching deal, spotted by Terbium Labs researcher Emily Wilson, offered a “Date Night” package of stolen credentials for Netflix and Uber accounts, along with a free pizza scam guide.

“Holidays offer vendors the chance to differentiate themselves, draw in new clients, and potentially re-locate old stock – just like a legitimate business, ” Ms Wilson told The Independent.

“Vendors have even offered bundles including stolen credentials for video streaming services and ride share apps, and helpful information on how to scam major pizza chains to acquire a free dinner.”