Ethics in Cybersecurity Scenario 2

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Who owns the information about a DVD transaction?

The customer

Bill

Both Bill and the customer (correct)

The DVD rental company

What is the main argument against Social Contract Theory?

People did not sign the social contract (correct)

It is outdated

It ignores important moral considerations

It is a flawed theory

What is the focus of Virtue Ethics?

Achieving moral wisdom

Following rules and laws

Developing good character traits (correct)

Maximizing happiness

According to Aristotle, what is the key to happiness?

Living a life of virtue Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of Aristotle's famous work on ethics?

Nicomachean Ethics Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a right action in Virtue Ethics?

An action that a virtuous person would do Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary argument against releasing anti-worm?

It goes against moral rules Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the advantages of Rule Utilitarianism?

It avoids the problem of moral luck Signup and view all the answers

What is a challenge in implementing Utilitarianism?

Ensuring all units are the same to do the sum Signup and view all the answers

What is implied by the phrase 'the greatest good of the greatest number'?

A principle of justice Signup and view all the answers

What may arise when utilitarianism is applied in certain situations?

A conflict between the Principle of Utility and a principle of justice Signup and view all the answers

What is a virtuous person?

A person who possesses and lives out the virtues Signup and view all the answers

What is a vice?

A character trait that prevents a human being from flourishing or being truly happy Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between virtues and vices?

Vices are the opposite of virtues Signup and view all the answers

What is a key advantage of virtue ethics?

It emphasizes the importance of emotions in moral decision-making Signup and view all the answers

What is a criticism of virtue ethics?

Reasonable people may disagree on character traits needed for human flourishing Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of using virtue ethics in moral decision-making?

There are no irresolvable moral dilemmas Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the Utilitarian perspective?

Considering the consequences of an action Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern of Kantianism?

Respecting the autonomy of individuals Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the theory that suggests individuals should collectively promote human rights?

Social contract theory Signup and view all the answers

According to the example given, what is the benefit to the person giving the CD to their friend?

$10 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary question to ask oneself when making moral decisions, according to the text?

What kind of person do I want to be? Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern of Virtue ethics?

Doing the right thing at the right time Signup and view all the answers

Who was potentially hurt by the antispam organization's action?

The users of the blacklisted ISPs Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration in recommending the release of a product?

The potential harm to certain groups of people Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered when evaluating the East Dakota State Police's actions?

The harm caused to certain individuals or groups Signup and view all the answers

What is a key question to ask when evaluating the antispam organization's actions?

Could the organization have achieved its goals through a better course of action? Signup and view all the answers

When evaluating a scenario, what additional information might be helpful?

Additional context about the scenario's circumstances Signup and view all the answers

Who might be affected by a decision to release a product?

Various groups of people who may be impacted Signup and view all the answers