Question 1

No cybercriminal databases exist that can point investigators to
likely suspects.

Accepted Answer

Currently, there are no comprehensive databases that can directly lead investigators to suspects involved in cybercrimes. Investigation usually involves analyzing evidence and tracing digital footprints to identify possible suspects, which can be a complex and time-consuming process.

Question 2

Concerns about the extent to which personal privacy has been and
may be compromised have led to a variety of legal and technical approaches to reinforcing privacy rights.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. There have been efforts at both the legal and technical level to protect personal privacy concerns.

Question 3

An example of a patent from the computer security realm is the RSA
public-key cryptosystem.

Accepted Answer

The RSA public-key cryptosystem is a well-known encryption algorithm that was patented in the United States in 1983 by its inventors Ron Rivest, Adi Shamir, and Leonard Adleman. The patent expired in 2000, and the algorithm has since become widely used for secure communication and data encryption.

Question 4

Computer technology has involved the creation of new types of
entities for which no agreed ethical rules have previously been formed.

Accepted Answer

With the development of computer technology, new entities such as artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, and virtual reality have been created for which ethical rules and guidelines are yet to be fully agreed upon.

Question 5

The successful use of law enforcement depends much more on
technical skills than on people skills.

Accepted Answer

While technical skills are certainly important in law enforcement, the use of people skills such as communication, empathy, and de-escalation techniques can be equally if not more important in effectively carrying out law enforcement duties and building positive relationships with communities.

Question 6

A servicemark is the same as a trademark except that it identifies and
distinguishes the source of a service rather than a product.

Accepted Answer

A servicemark is a type of trademark that identifies and distinguishes the source of a service rather than a product. Both trademarks and servicemarks serve as indicators of the source of goods or services and can include words, symbols, or designs.

Question 7

The legal and ethical aspects of computer security encompass a broad
range of topics.

Accepted Answer

The legal and ethical aspects of computer security cover a wide variety of topics, including data protection laws, cybersecurity regulations, privacy rights, intellectual property rights, and more. It is a complex and interdisciplinary field that involves legal, ethical, and technical considerations.

Question 8

Software is an example of real property.

Accepted Answer

Software is not an example of real property. Real property refers to physical land and any structures or buildings on it. Software is considered intellectual property, which is different from real property.

Question 9

The purpose of the privacy functions is to provide a user protection
against discovery and misuse of identity by other users.

Accepted Answer

Privacy functions are designed to protect the user's identity and personal information from being discovered and misused by other users, hence providing them with protection.

Question 10

The success of cybercriminals,and the relative lack of success of law enforcement,influence the behavior of _______.

Accepted Answer

The success of cybercriminals and the relative lack of success of law enforcement in catching them can influence the behavior of cybercrime victims. This could include how they protect themselves online, their willingness to report crimes, or their perception of the risk of becoming a victim again.

Question 11

The first comprehensive privacy legislation adopted in the United
States was the Privacy Act of 1974.

Accepted Answer

The Privacy Act of 1974 was the first comprehensive privacy legislation adopted in the United States.

Question 12

Anyone can join the Ad Hoc Committee on Responsible Computing.

Accepted Answer

Anyone can join the Ad Hoc Committee on Responsible Computing.

Question 13

The relative lack of success in bringing cybercriminals to justice has
led to an increase in their numbers,boldness,and the global scale of their operations.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. The perceived lack of consequences for cybercriminal activity has emboldened criminals and contributed to the growth of cybercrime on a global scale.

Question 14

Computers as targets is a form of crime that involves an attack on data
integrity,system integrity,data confidentiality,privacy,or availability.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. Computers as targets can be attacked in various ways to compromise their integrity, confidentiality, or availability, leading to data theft, system breakdown, or privacy violations. Examples include hacking, malware, phishing, ransomware, and denial-of-service (DoS) attacks. Such crimes can have serious consequences for individuals, businesses, and governments, and require effective measures to prevent, detect, and respond to them.

Question 15

Computer attacks are considered crimes but do not carry criminal
sanctions.

Accepted Answer

Computer attacks, also known as cybercrimes, are considered crimes and can carry criminal sanctions such as fines and imprisonment.

Question 16

Personal effects,moveable property and goods,such as cars,bank accounts,wages,securities,a small business,furniture,insurance policies,jewelry,patents,and pets are all examples of _________.

Accepted Answer

Personal property refers to any property that is not real property (land, building, or permanent fixtures). All the listed items are examples of personal property.

Question 17

_______ is a form of crime that targets a computer system to acquire information stored on that computer system,to control the target system without authorization or payment,or to alter the integrity of data or interfere with the availability of the computer or server.

Accepted Answer

The description provided in the question clearly fits the definition of a cyber attack or hacking, which involves targeting a computer system to gain unauthorized access, control, or alter data. Option A is the most appropriate choice because it specifies that computers are being targeted as the victim of the attack. The other options, B, C, and D, describe legitimate uses of computers rather than criminal activities.

Question 18

Land and things permanently attached to the land,such as trees,buildings,and stationary mobile homes are _______.

Accepted Answer

Real property refers to land and anything permanently attached to it, such as buildings or trees. This is different from personal property, such as furniture or electronics, which is not permanently attached to the land. Cyber property and intellectual property are different types of intangible property.

Question 19

The Common Criteria specification is primarily concerned with the
privacy of personal information concerning the individual rather than the privacy of an individual with respect to that individual's use of computer resources.

Accepted Answer

The Common Criteria specification is primarily concerned with evaluating the security of IT products and systems, including their ability to protect against unauthorized access, disclosure, modification, and destruction of data. While personal information may be considered in the evaluation, the specification is not solely focused on the privacy of personal information.

Question 20

Any intangible asset that consists of human knowledge and ideas is _______.

Accepted Answer

The term "intellectual property" refers to intangible assets such as ideas or inventions that are the result of human creativity and knowledge. It can be protected legally through patents or copyrights. Option A, cyber property, is not a commonly used term and is not directly related to human knowledge and ideas. Option B, personal property, refers to tangible assets that individuals own, such as cars or furniture. Option D, real property, refers to land and buildings.

Quiz 19: Legal and Ethical Aspects

No cybercriminal databases exist that can point investigators to likely suspects.

Concerns about the extent to which personal privacy has been and may be compromised have led to a variety of legal and technical approaches to reinforcing privacy rights.

An example of a patent from the computer security realm is the RSA public-key cryptosystem.

Computer technology has involved the creation of new types of entities for which no agreed ethical rules have previously been formed.

The successful use of law enforcement depends much more on technical skills than on people skills.

A servicemark is the same as a trademark except that it identifies and distinguishes the source of a service rather than a product.

The legal and ethical aspects of computer security encompass a broad range of topics.

Software is an example of real property.

The purpose of the privacy functions is to provide a user protection against discovery and misuse of identity by other users.

The success of cybercriminals,and the relative lack of success of law enforcement,influence the behavior of _______.

The first comprehensive privacy legislation adopted in the United States was the Privacy Act of 1974.

Anyone can join the Ad Hoc Committee on Responsible Computing.

The relative lack of success in bringing cybercriminals to justice has led to an increase in their numbers,boldness,and the global scale of their operations.

Computers as targets is a form of crime that involves an attack on data integrity,system integrity,data confidentiality,privacy,or availability.

Computer attacks are considered crimes but do not carry criminal sanctions.

Personal effects,moveable property and goods,such as cars,bank accounts,wages,securities,a small business,furniture,insurance policies,jewelry,patents,and pets are all examples of _________.

_______ is a form of crime that targets a computer system to acquire information stored on that computer system,to control the target system without authorization or payment,or to alter the integrity of data or interfere with the availability of the computer or server.

Land and things permanently attached to the land,such as trees,buildings,and stationary mobile homes are _______.

The Common Criteria specification is primarily concerned with the privacy of personal information concerning the individual rather than the privacy of an individual with respect to that individual's use of computer resources.

Any intangible asset that consists of human knowledge and ideas is _______.