30 Questions
What was the accomplishment of Rene Carmille, a French computer scientist, in 1940?
He broke into the Nazi data registry to disrupt their intentions
What was the effect of the broad use of social media in the 2000s on cybercrime?
It exacerbated cybercrime, particularly data theft
What is the term for 'A guilty state of mind' in the context of crime?
Mens rea
What is the result of human conduct that the law seeks to prevent, according to the doctrine of actus reus?
Such result of human conduct
What is the term for the commission or omission that constitutes a crime?
Actus reus
What is the consequence of more devices going online, according to the text?
Cybercriminals gain new weaknesses and possibilities
What is a key challenge in determining mens rea in cybercrimes?
Determining the state of mind of the hacker at the time of the crime
Why is it easier to prove awareness on the part of the hacker in certain cases?
Because the hacker is an outsider with no authority to access
What is a characteristic of actus reus in cybercrimes?
It is committed in intangible surroundings
What is a requirement for proving actus reus in cybercrimes?
The evidence must be in physical form or admissible in court
What is a characteristic of cybercrimes according to the text?
They can only be committed by people with specialized knowledge of technology
Why is it challenging to establish that an employee has exceeded their limits in accessing a system?
Because the employee is unaware of the limits of their authority
What motivates criminals who engage in cybercrime operations on the dark web?
Concern about their identity being revealed
What is the primary consequence of individuals being victims of cybercrime?
Data breaches and identity theft
What is the term used to describe the sector of the internet where criminals engage in illegal activities?
Cybercrime economy
What can happen to a company that fails to secure client data?
The company will face fines and penalties
What is typically required to access the dark web?
A combination of TOR browsers and a secure virtual private network
What is the primary goal of attacking government data?
To corrupt or sell national defence and security information
What is often sold on the dark web?
Social security numbers and credit card numbers
What is the dark web, in the context of cybercrime?
A hidden part of the internet used for illegal activities
Why is securing personal data critical?
To protect our liberty and financial security
What is a common occurrence in the cybercrime economy?
Cyber assaults and data breaches
What can happen to a business as a result of a cybercrime attack?
The business will suffer from financial loss
What can fraudsters do with data saved on smartphones?
Use the data to harass and blackmail victims
What is the primary purpose of the Emotet virus?
To steal information and crack simple passwords
What is the common feature of most RATs?
They are used legally
What was the impact of the attack on Capcom in 2021?
It affected the company's 2021 releases
What is the name of the Japanese video game creation business that had a data breach?
Capcom
What is the type of malware that Emotet is classified as?
Financial Trojan
What is the purpose of the Blackshades RAT?
To extort companies
Explore the history of cybercrime from the early days of data registry hacking to the modern era of social media and malware infections. Learn how cybercrime has evolved over the decades and the key milestones that have shaped the industry. Test your knowledge on the significant events that have contributed to the growth of cybercrime.
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