Trend Micro releases infographic about personal data.

Personal data is one of the most lucrative commodities in the underground economy. A person’s email, bank account credentials, and other accounts can fetch a high price in the black market.

Cybercriminals who steal data for a living understands that personal data is a deep well of opportunities, while victims who have gotten their data stolen can haunt them for the rest of their lives.

To educate the public on the importance of safeguarding personal data, online security experts Trend Micro has published the “A Global Black Market for Stolen Personal Data” interactive infographic. The infographic explores the different international black markets that trade stolen data, what types of data can be bought and sold, how much they’re worth, and what can the public do about it while remaining accessible to the public.

For those who are interested, the infographic can be found here.