18 Questions
What is the purpose of compressing data?
To make the document appear differently than the actual content
What is the primary objective of encrypting files?
To render information unreadable in its original form
How do digital forensics examiners contribute to investigations?
By uncovering fraud and tracking down hackers through digital evidence
Why is it important to find digital evidence of a computer crime?
To prove authenticity and use it as evidence in legal proceedings
What can be done if a document has been coded or compressed?
Decrypt it if the method used is deciphered
How can encrypted files be made readable again?
By decrypting them using software or decryption techniques/codes
What is the main goal of digital forensics investigation?
To identify and extract computer evidence
How can psychological effects of cyber attacks impact individuals?
Cause individual reclusion and isolation
What is 'moral decay' in the context of cyber attacks?
Acceptance of actions as normal despite being viewed as immoral
How do recent DDoS and e-mail attacks impact the perception of morality in society?
They normalize immoral actions
What is a consequence of the loss of privacy due to headline-making e-attacks?
Surge in demand for security solutions like patches and filters
In the context of digital forensics investigation, what is a significant consequence of the loss of trust?
Difficulty in gathering credible evidence
What is the main purpose of adopting a proactive approach to cybersecurity?
To mitigate the impact of computer crimes
Which factor contributed significantly to the sharp growth in reported computer attacks between 1980 and 2001?
Growth of the Internet
What group was considered as the first national news-making hacker group for their intrusion attacks via a Stanford University computer?
414-Club
What significant event occurred in 1986 related to computer crimes?
Passing of the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act
Which development was NOT associated with the period between 1984 and 1987 in terms of computer crimes?
US Congress passing the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act
What was the significance of naming the group '414-Club'?
It reflected their location based on area code
Explore the social and ethical consequences of digital forensics investigations, particularly focusing on the psychological effects of cyber attacks. Learn about the long-term impact on individuals, such as hate, reclusion, and isolation, and the dangerous repercussions it may have.
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