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In the context of cybersecurity, what is the primary difference between 'hacking' and 'phishing'?
In the context of cybersecurity, what is the primary difference between 'hacking' and 'phishing'?
- Hacking involves exploiting system vulnerabilities for unauthorized access, while phishing uses deception to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information. (correct)
- Hacking always results in financial loss, whereas phishing primarily leads to identity theft.
- Hacking is exclusively performed by external entities, while phishing is mainly an internal threat.
- Hacking is a legitimate security practice, while phishing is always illegal.
A person receives an email claiming to be from their bank, asking them to update their account details. What type of cybercrime does this scenario likely represent?
A person receives an email claiming to be from their bank, asking them to update their account details. What type of cybercrime does this scenario likely represent?
- Sextortion
- Malware distribution
- Phishing (correct)
- Identity theft
Which of the following scenarios best describes how a 'Trojan horse' malware operates?
Which of the following scenarios best describes how a 'Trojan horse' malware operates?
- It replicates itself and spreads to other devices, causing widespread damage.
- It disguises itself as a legitimate application to harm a computer or steal information once installed. (correct)
- It locks a user's computer and demands a ransom payment to restore access.
- It collects information from a user without their knowledge, often used for advertising purposes.
A cybercriminal gains access to a person's social media account and uses it to spread malicious links to their contacts. This is an example of...
A cybercriminal gains access to a person's social media account and uses it to spread malicious links to their contacts. This is an example of...
How does 'sextortion' typically begin, and what makes individuals vulnerable to this type of cybercrime?
How does 'sextortion' typically begin, and what makes individuals vulnerable to this type of cybercrime?
Which of the following exemplifies how new media provides an educational opportunity for students?
Which of the following exemplifies how new media provides an educational opportunity for students?
A political campaign uses social media to spread disinformation about their opponent. What is the most significant potential consequence of this action?
A political campaign uses social media to spread disinformation about their opponent. What is the most significant potential consequence of this action?
How does cybercrime pose a significant threat in the digital age?
How does cybercrime pose a significant threat in the digital age?
Which scenario best illustrates abuse of media power?
Which scenario best illustrates abuse of media power?
What measures could best mitigate the risks associated with online social interactions?
What measures could best mitigate the risks associated with online social interactions?
Flashcards
Media Definition
Media Definition
All channels of communication including printed and digital data.
Cybercrime
Cybercrime
Crime involving the Internet or computer technology.
Opportunities of Media
Opportunities of Media
Economic, educational, social, and political benefits from media.
Challenges of Media
Challenges of Media
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Current Issues in Media
Current Issues in Media
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Hacking
Hacking
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Phishing
Phishing
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Identity Theft
Identity Theft
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Sextortion
Sextortion
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Malware
Malware
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Study Notes
Media and Information Literacy (MIL)
- Lesson 8 focuses on the opportunities, challenges, and power of media and information.
- This lesson covers economic, educational, social, and political aspects.
- It also includes threats, risks, abuse, and misuse.
What is Media?
- Media is all forms of communication, ranging from printed materials to digital data.
Formative Assessment: Review
- Assessment included a definition of media.
- Media includes various communication channels like internet, radio, television, magazines, and newspapers.
Cartoon Analysis
- The cartoon analyzes the relationship between media and truth, highlighting political influence on media content.
Challenges and Opportunities for Students
- Students were asked to consider the biggest challenges and best opportunities presented by new media.
What is Cybercrime?
- Cybercrime involves using a computer as a tool to commit illegal activities.
- Cybercrime encompasses a wide range of criminal activities, including hate speech, online terrorism, the distribution of child pornography and the grooming of minors.
Current Issue: "Marilag" vs. Maris & Anthony
- This issue involves a legal debate on social media concerning the human rights of those involved, with a lawyer from the University of the Philippines citing a 2020 NPC advisory.
Common Cybercrimes
- The slide lists common cybercrimes.
What is Hacking?
- Hacking is the act of exploiting vulnerabilities in computer systems or networks to gain unauthorized access to personal or organizational data.
- While not always malicious, the term is most often associated with cybercrime.
Examples of Malware
- Viruses can copy themselves and spread to other devices.
- Spyware collects user data without knowledge.
- Adware automatically displays ads on a computer.
- Trojan horses pretend to be useful applications but can harm systems.
- Ransomware locks computers until payment is made.
What is Phishing?
- Phishing is a cybercrime where targets are contacted via email, phone, or text message by someone pretending to be a legitimate organization.
- It aims to manipulate individuals into revealing sensitive data (passwords, credit card info) for criminal gain.
- This can lead to identity theft and financial losses.
What is Identity Theft?
- Identity theft happens when criminals steal someone's personal information and use it for illicit activities.
- This allows criminals to take over a victim's identity and perform fraudulent actions.
What is Sextortion?
- Sextortion is a crime where criminals use threats to coerce victims into producing sexual content.
- This can happen on various online platforms where people meet and interact.
- Victims can be coerced into giving additional material upon threat of publishing existing content or violence.
- The threats to exploit victims are made under the premise of a relationship or exchange.
Threats to expose sexual images
- A large percentage of sextortion perpetrators act on victims after meeting them online or having a prior relationship.
Punishments for Violating the Anti-Voyeurism Act
- Penalties for violating the Anti-Voyeurism Act include a prison term and monetary fines.
- Penalties vary based on the severity and nature of the offences.
- Penalties can include imprisonment as well as administrative liability.
Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012
- The Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012, or Republic Act No. 10175, was implemented to combat the rise of cybercrime and protect citizens online.
- It establishes legal frameworks for detecting, investigating, and prosecuting such crimes.
- Penalties depend on the severity of the act.
- This act introduced new categories of cybercrime offenses.
Performance Task: Creating Infographics
- Students will complete a project creating collaborative infographics on media and information opportunities and challenges.
- Specific materials are listed for the project.
- A procedure for completing the project is presented.
Research a News Article
- Students will research recent news articles that illustrate media's impact.
- The article must be copied, cited in APA style, and summarized.
- A reaction based on the article should be included in the assignment.
- Questions to guide the reaction are provided.
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