Computer_fraud
Computer fraud is the use of computers, the Internet, Internet devices, and Internet services to defraud people or organizations of resources.[1] In the United States, computer fraud is specifically proscribed by the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA), which criminalizes computer-related acts under federal jurisdiction and directly combats the insufficiencies of existing laws. [2] Types of computer fraud include:
- Distributing hoax emails
- Accessing unauthorized computers
- Engaging in data mining via spyware and malware
- Hacking into computer systems to illegally access personal information, such as credit cards or Social Security numbers
- Sending computer viruses or worms with the intent to destroy or ruin another party's computer or system.[3]
Phishing, social engineering, viruses, and DDoS attacks are fairly well-known tactics used to disrupt service or gain access to another's network, but this list is not inclusive.