Hacking history, ethics & dark web

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Which of the following best describes a core tenet of the hacker ethic as defined by Steven Levy?

Promoting complete transparency and unrestricted access to information. (correct)
Prioritizing profit and personal gain through technological exploitation.
Restricting computer access based on user credentials and corporate hierarchy.
Upholding authority and centralizing control over digital resources.

How did the advent of personal computing, driven by microchip technology, change the landscape of hacking?

It centralized hacking activities within large corporations, limiting individual involvement.
It made hacking exclusively a tool for government agencies, increasing national security.
It decreased the overall prevalence of hacking due to enhanced security measures on personal devices.
It shifted hacking focus from corporations to individuals, enabling attacks on personal computers. (correct)

What was the most significant impact of the internet's rise in the 1990s on hacking activities?

It led to a decline in the computer security industry because of fewer security threats.
It created new avenues and methods for hacking, coinciding with the criminalization of hacking. (correct)
It decreased the number of hacking incidents due to enhanced digital security protocols.
It restricted hacking activities to government entities and large corporations.

In the context of the early hacker community, what characterized its relationship with mainstream culture?

An opposition to authority, influenced by the punk culture. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How did the advent of automated hacking tools affect the landscape of cyber security in the 2000s?

It effectively eliminated the need for specialized hacking skills, enabling more individuals to engage in malicious activities. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which trend became increasingly prominent in the 2000s related to hacking activities?

A shift towards hacking motivated by political and ideological reasons. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key distinction used to define who is considered a 'hacker' within the community?

Technical skill and cultural alignment. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a typical characteristic associated with activities on the Dark Web?

Strict regulation by search engines like Google. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary purpose of the 'Cult of the Dead Cow' organization within the context of hacking history?

To contribute to government efforts, some members securing positions within the US government. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does the Onion Router (Tor) enhance user anonymity?

By routing traffic through multiple layers of encryption and relays. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How do illicit markets on the Dark Web attempt to ensure the secure delivery of products?

By disguising packages to avoid suspicion and leveraging security/privacy rights. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which factor primarily complicates the tracking of financial transactions in Dark Web markets?

The prevalent use of cryptocurrencies obscures transaction details. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key difference between copyright infringement via copy sharing and fraud involving cyber technologies?

Copyright infringement primarily involves intellectual property, while cyber fraud involves deception for financial gain. (A) Signup and view all the answers

A person pays for a service online, but the service provided is substandard. What kind of crime is this?

Online Fraud. (B) Signup and view all the answers

A cybercriminal gains unauthorized access to a company's financial database and steals sensitive customer information, which is then sold on the dark web. Which types of illicit markets are directly involved in this scenario?

Hacker services and illicit information markets. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Besides financial losses, what other risks are associated with purchasing products from Dark Web markets such as the Silk Road?

Risk of receiving subpar goods and potential law enforcement intervention. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the MOST accurate distinction between hacktivism and cyber terrorism?

Hacktivism is clearly defined by its political motivations, whereas cyber terrorism's political objectives are less distinct. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following examples BEST illustrates a 'crime using the machine' as it relates to cybercrime?

Gaining unauthorized access to a database and stealing personal information for identity theft. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How has e-commerce MOST significantly changed financial transactions in the 21st century?

It has introduced entirely new methods for conducting financial transactions previously unavailable. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following activities falls under both 'crimes using the machine' and relates to 'illegal goods and illicit markets'?

Using a computer to create and distribute counterfeit currency. (A) Signup and view all the answers

A threat actor gains unauthorized access to a company's database. Which of the following actions would be MOST representative of exploiting this access for financial crimes within illicit markets?

Selling stolen credit card numbers from the database on a dark web marketplace. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How do illegal goods and illicit markets primarily target individuals as victims in the context of cybercrime?

By tricking individuals into unintentionally purchasing illegal products or services. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the MOST important distinctions about content found on the surface web versus the deep web?

Content on the surface web is indexed by search engines, while the deep web is not easily discoverable. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How might bomb-making instructions available online pose a complex problem that intersects with both freedom of information and public safety?

Restricting access to such information could infringe on the right to information but allowing it could endanger public safety. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Personal Computing Era

Refers to the period when personal computers became common in homes.

Hacking Target Shift

Hacking shifted from targeting corporations to targeting individuals.

Hacker Underground

An underground group that was associated with the punk culture and engaged in hacking activities from their homes.

Hacker Ethics

A set of principles that emphasize unlimited access to computers, free information, and decentralization.