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Which of the following are main categories of laws in our legal system? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following are main categories of laws in our legal system? (Select all that apply)
What does criminal law aim to preserve?
What does criminal law aim to preserve?
Peace in society
What are some examples of acts prohibited by criminal law?
What are some examples of acts prohibited by criminal law?
Murder, assault, robbery, arson
What is the primary focus of civil law?
What is the primary focus of civil law?
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Administrative laws require an act of the legislative branch to gain the force of law.
Administrative laws require an act of the legislative branch to gain the force of law.
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What law was enacted in 1987 to mandate security requirements for federal agencies?
What law was enacted in 1987 to mandate security requirements for federal agencies?
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The four major types of intellectual property are copyrights, trademarks, patents, and _______.
The four major types of intellectual property are copyrights, trademarks, patents, and _______.
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What does copyright law protect?
What does copyright law protect?
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Study Notes
Legal and Regulatory Compliance
- Information security professionals initially had minimal legal support in defending systems.
- Three main categories of laws govern our legal system: criminal law, civil law, and administrative law.
- Criminal law safeguards society and enforces laws against acts like murder, assault, and arson.
- Civil law governs matters not considered crimes but require legal settlements between individuals and organizations. Examples include contracts, real estate, employment, and estates.
- Administrative law outlines government agency regulations and must comply with civil and criminal laws.
Computer Crimes
- Early computer crime prosecutions often failed due to difficulty in applying traditional law to modern technological crimes.
- Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA) was amended in 1986 to address a wider range of computer systems.
- Computer Security Act (CSA) of 1987 mandated baseline security requirements for federal agencies.
Intellectual Property Laws
- Four major types of intellectual property: copyrights, trademarks, patents, and trade secrets.
- Copyright protects the expression of an idea, not the idea itself.
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Copyright is granted automatically upon creation, and the owner has:
- Reproduction rights
- Modification rights
Privacy Requirements Compliance
- Privacy concerns are a major aspect of information security.
- Privacy laws protect individual information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.
- Various privacy laws exist at the federal and state levels, including HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) and GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation).
- Data breach notification laws require organizations to notify individuals when their personal information is compromised.
Global Legal and Regulatory Landscape
- Information security professionals must be aware of international legal regulations that govern data and technology.
- Licensing and Intellectual Property laws protect trademarks, copyrights, and patents in different countries.
- Import/Export Controls regulate the flow of technology and data across international borders.
- Trans-border data flow involves transferring data between countries and requires adherence to specific regulations.
- Privacy laws vary by country, and organizations must ensure they comply with the regulations where they operate.
- Data Breaches have global consequences, and organizations are expected to adhere to data privacy laws in all jurisdictions affected.
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Test your knowledge on the laws regarding information security and computer crimes. This quiz covers criminal, civil, and administrative law, along with significant acts like the CFAA and CSA. Prepare to explore how these regulations impact the field of information security.
