Question 1

Although this crime is not new, the Internet is making it one of the signature crimes of the digital era.

Accepted Answer

The given description of the crime as one of the "signature crimes of the digital era" suggests that it is likely identity theft, which has become increasingly common with the rise of digital technology and the widespread use of online platforms for financial transactions. The other options (fraud, financial transaction fraud, and credit card fraud) are all related to financial crimes, but do not necessarily have the same association with the digital era.

Question 2

In 2000, the FBI teamed with the U.S.Department of Justice and the National White Collar Center to establish the:

Accepted Answer

The FBI, U.S. Department of Justice, and National White Collar Center established the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) in 2000 to receive, investigate, and refer complaints regarding internet-related crimes.

Question 3

What law made identity theft a federal crime and enabled law enforcement agencies to investigate identity theft crimes?

Accepted Answer

The Identity Theft and Assumption Deterrence Act of 1998 made identity theft a federal crime and gave law enforcement agencies the authority to investigate and prosecute identity theft crimes. This law also established the Federal Trade Commission's Identity Theft Data Clearinghouse and required businesses to report incidents of identity theft to their customers and law enforcement agencies.

Question 4

The unlawful misappropriation of money or other things of value by the person to whom it was entrusted (typically an employee) for his or her own use or purpose is called:

Accepted Answer

Embezzlement is the specific type of crime that involves the misappropriation of funds or property by someone who was entrusted with it. Forgery involves the creation of false documents or signatures, mala in se refers to acts that are inherently wrong, and in flagranti delicti refers to the criminal being caught in the act.

Question 5

An FBI computer crime and security survey revealed that virus attacks continue to be the source of:

Accepted Answer

Virus attacks are known for causing significant financial losses to organizations, with the greatest impact often being on their financial resources.

Question 6

When a program can infect other programs by modifying them or inserting itself into the commands of legitimate programs to wreak havoc, we refer to this process as a:

Accepted Answer

This is the definition of a computer virus, which can replicate and spread by infecting other executable code or documents. Threads refer to a separate sequence of code that can run concurrently with a program, hard-wiring refers to the physical connections of computer components, and scoop is not a term commonly used in computer security.

Question 7

In 2006 it was reported that one of the most common forms of identity theft involved what group using fraudulent social security numbers?

Accepted Answer

Illegal immigrants are often targeted by identity thieves who use their fraudulent social security numbers to obtain employment or credit. This form of identity theft has been a major issue in the United States for several years.

Question 8

The average victim of identity theft learns of the theft how many months after the theft?

Accepted Answer

The answer of The average victim of identity theft learns...

Question 9

When computer hackers attempt to shut down a network operation by overloading a system, it is referred to as:

Accepted Answer

Denial of service (DoS) is a type of cyber attack where a hacker overloads a system with requests or traffic to the point where it becomes unable to operate properly. This can lead to a network shutdown or slowdown, preventing legitimate users from accessing the system. Denial of entry and log on denial are not commonly used terms in cyber security, and denial of system activation does not accurately describe this type of attack.

Question 10

Another type of hacker commits DOS attacks, disseminates spam, and defaces websites, believing they are carrying out civil disobedience and to call attention to an issue by their crime.This type of hacker is called a/n:

Accepted Answer

This type of hacker is known as a hacktivist, as they believe they are engaging in activism through their hacking activities. They may target government websites, corporations, or other organizations they believe are contributing to a social or political issue.

Question 11

Which of the following is not a security tip given to protect computer users from becoming victims of crime?

Accepted Answer

Personally knowing everyone you exchange emails with is not a practical or realistic security tip, as many emails are exchanged with unknown or unfamiliar parties in both personal and professional settings. The other options are all commonly recommended to protect against cybercrime.

Question 12

Cybercriminals use ____________ names and images to lure internet users who surf the Web for the latest gossip.

Accepted Answer

Cybercriminals often use the names and images of popular celebrities, also known as a-listers, to attract internet users looking for gossip or entertainment news.

Question 13

What has reshaped the way millions of Americans go online?

Accepted Answer

Wi-Fi has significantly reshaped the way millions of Americans go online by providing wireless access to the internet, allowing for greater mobility and convenience.

Question 14

This technique in identity theft involves the sending of e-mail messages to online payment accounts to update their records with confidential information that is then used by the identity thieves:

Accepted Answer

This technique is known as phishing, where the identity thief pretends to be a legitimate entity and sends emails requesting user's personal information such as bank account numbers, passwords, and social security numbers. This information can then be used by the identity thief for fraudulent activities.

Question 15

What allows an internet user an opportunity to contact virtually anyone with internet access with little fear of being identified or arrested?

Accepted Answer

Anonymity allows an internet user to conceal their identity online, making it difficult for them to be identified or arrested.

Question 16

Sophisticated criminals use ____________________ to cover up their actions and hack into systems of unsuspecting consumers.

Accepted Answer

Criminals can use unsecured Wi-Fi networks to access and exploit the systems of unsuspecting consumers without being traced back to their own devices or locations.

Question 17

Cybercrime falls into three categories: a computer is a target of criminal activity; a computer is an integral part of the crime, and

Accepted Answer

The answer of Cybercrime falls into three categories: a computer...

Question 18

One of the best methods to stop a virus by a file that arrives from the Internet is to:

Accepted Answer

The best method to stop a virus is not to open the file in the first place. It is important to verify the source of the file and scan it with an antivirus program before opening it, especially if it comes from an unknown or suspicious source. Saving the file first and then opening it can still allow the virus to infect the computer. Avoiding opening the file altogether is the safest option.

Question 19

The IC3 2004 Internet Fraud Crime Report indicated that _____________ is by far the most reported computer offense.

Accepted Answer

The IC3 2004 Internet Fraud Crime Report indicated that internet auction fraud is by far the most reported computer offense.

Question 20

Any illegal behavior directed by means of electronic operations that targets the security of computer systems and the data processed by them is generally referred to as:

Accepted Answer

The term used to describe illegal behavior directed at computer systems and data through electronic operations is cybercrime. Choice B, cyber chips, and choice C, chipping, are not commonly used terms in relation to cybercrime. Choice D, wormholes, refers to a hypothetical passage through space-time that could potentially allow for faster-than-light travel and is not related to cybercrime.

Quiz 10: Investigative Security